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Dr. Adnan Younes I am pleased to welcome our educational and administrative family, especially those who joined us this year, to continue together with diligence and determination to achieve the university's motto of leadership and excellence, and to welcome our daughters and sons, especially the new ones who are looking forward to joining our family, which is known for its giving and achievement, We are convinced of the importance of striving to provide each of us with a distinguished effort to move our university forward to occupy a prominent position and enjoy a good reputation among its peers, and to advance the process of teaching, learning and scientific research by harnessing our energies and directing them towards the best to serve the community and the country within the available university capabilities.What distinguishes our university is that it continues to attract many students from sisterly countries as well as our students from within our dear country in an educational atmosphere that allows them to study in its various faculties and improve our academic outputs in parallel with improving the outputs of scientific research and focusing on applied research that achieves sustainable development and serves our society in order to raise the competitiveness of our students in the labor market by continuing to develop new specializations that take into account market requirements in addition to the distinctive entrepreneurial specializations.Once again, I welcome you to the Arab Private University for Science and Technology, the university of all Arabs, wishing you success and success, asking the Almighty God to protect you and our dear homeland under the patronage of the honorable leader Dr. Bashar Al-Assad, President of the Syrian Arab Republic.

Dr. Mustafa Al Masry Certification: Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering - Al-Baath University - 2001 Postgraduate Diploma - Al-Baath University - 2002 Master in Petroleum Engineering - France - 2006 PhD in Petroleum Engineering - France - 2010 Languages: Arabic language: Mother Language French: very good (writing - reading - speaking) English: good (writing - reading - speaking) Courses: Computer Skills Course - Training Center of the Ministry of Industry in the Directorate of Al-Jabesa Fields in the Syrian Oil Company. 2002 Quality course - Training Center of the Ministry of Industry in the Directorate of Al-Jabesa Fields in the Syrian Oil Company. 2002 A course in occupational security and safety in oil installations - French Total Company - France 2009 (ICDL) course at the Asia Center - Damascus - 2011 Skills: Petroleum Engineer - Syrian Oil Company - 2001/2003 Teaching assistant at the Faculty of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering - 2003/2004 A study delegation to France from 2005 to 2010 Head of the Petroleum Engineering Department at Al-Baath University from 2017 to 2019 Instructor at the Petroleum Engineering Department at Al-Baath University from 2011 to date Instructor at the Faculty of Petroleum Engineering at the Arab University from 2012 to date Dean of the College of Petroleum Industries Engineering at the Arab Private University from 2019 to date

The Council of Trustees of the Arab University for Science and Technology consists of the owners, academic figures, and public figures. All of them should be issued by a decision of the Minister of Higher Education for a period of four years renewable on the proposal of the owner according to the following conditions: Members of the Council of Trustees must be Syrians and may be Arabs and foreigners if they are owners. No Arab or foreign diplomatic personnel may be on the Council of Trustees. The membership of the Council of Trustees cannot be combining with any scientific administrative function at the University except for the Rector. Furthermore, the membership of the Council of Trustees of the University cannot be combining with the membership of any Council of Trustees of another University without the approval of the Minister. If the position of the Chairman of the Council of Trustees or any of its members becomes vacant, the Minister shall designate a replacement for the remaining term of his membership upon the proposal of the Owner. The Council of Trustees should hold one meeting at least during the semester and whenever necessary. The minutes of the meetings of the Council should be recorded in a special register prepared for that purpose. A copy of the minutes of the meetings should be deposited with the Ministry of Higher Education. The Council should meet upon the invitation of its Chairman or Vice-Rector in case of his/her absence or at the written request of one-third of the members of the Council, indicating the reasons for the meeting. Meetings should be at the University unless decided other place by the Chairman of the Council. The meeting can be legal only in the presence of most of the members. Decisions will be taken by a majority vote and the vote of the Chairman of the council will be weighted or the voice of his Deputy in the absence of the Rector. Tasks of the Council of Trustees Formulate the general policy of the university in the light of the higher education policy in the Syrian Arab Republic. Study the establishment of colleges or departments or academic programs in addition to the merger or cancellation. Propose to the Minister the nomination of the Rector. Approve of the employment of Vice Rector and deans of the faculties. Determine the number of students proposed to be admitted annually in the various programs of colleges at the beginning of each academic year in accordance with the rules approved by the Council of Higher Education, and no student may be admitted except within the limits approved by the Council. Determine the university fees and securing sources to support the financial resources of the University and regulate the investment. Approve the determination of the salary scale for all employees of the university, including the members of the educational staff at the suggestion of the University Council. Consideration of plans, the annual plan proposed by the Rector for projects that the University intends to undertake, discuss and approve. Acceptance of donations grants and wills if they are from a Syrian source and allocated for spending on developmental purposes within the university. No gift or grant may be accepted from a foreign source without the approval of the Minister. Approve the draft annual budget of the University and deposit a copy thereof with the Ministry. Approval of the annual report of the rector on the progress of work at the University to assess its achievements, approve the balance sheet and final accounts of the University and submit a copy thereof to the Ministry. Preparation of the University's systems projects (rules of procedure - a system of use - financial system - educational system - other systems). Consideration of any matters relating to the University provided by the Rector or any of its members, which is not within the powers of any other party in accordance with the provisions of the laws and regulations in force. Matters falling within its competence in accordance with the rules of procedure of the University. The Council of Trustees may delegate some of its powers to the University Council. The Board of Trustees of the Arab Private University for Science and Technology: Dr. Fawaz Al Saleh President Dr. Fadi Al Terkawi Vice President Dr. Adnan Younus University President Dr. Waleed Khaddam Member Dr. Mohammad Qusai Al Munajjed Member Dr. Majed Sharbek Member Dr. Fouad Al Daheyah Member Dr. George Youssuf Member Mr. Khaled Abbas Fadel Member Mr. Ala'a Suleiman Council Secretary

The University Council consists of: University's president. Vice Presidents of the University. Deans of colleges. A representative of the Ministry of Higher Education. Director of Administration (University Secretary). A representative of the faculty members. A representative of university students appointed by the National Union of Together Students. Scientific and public figures, provided that they do not exceed two. The University Council meets at the invitation of the University President once a month and whenever necessary. Its sessions shall not be legal unless the majority of its members are present. In the event that the quorum is not reached, the next meeting will be scheduled a week after its date, and the meeting will then be legal, regardless of the number of attendees. Decisions are taken by a majority of the votes of those present, and if they are equal, the president’s vote shall prevail. The Director of Administration (University Secretary) serves as the secretariat of the Council. Duties of the University Council: Setting the conditions for admission to the university annually in accordance with the bylaws and in accordance with the rules approved by the Higher Education Council. Determine the university calendar and the dates of exams and holidays in accordance with the ministerial decisions. Setting the rules for selecting deans, deputy deans, and department heads. Developing plans for the construction of buildings and the completion of laboratories, equipment and libraries at the university. Setting special regulations for all university directorates and facilities. Appointing members of the teaching staff. Coordinating the scientific, training and consulting activities of the faculties and strengthening their relationship with the community. Applying the general policy of the university by drawing and organizing the services provided by the university in the field of education, training and scientific research and developing plans and capabilities to achieve them. Developing the necessary instructions to organize work affairs at the university. Approve agreements with Syrian, Arab and foreign universities and Arab, regional and international organizations to become effective after approval by the Board of Trustees and the Ministry of Higher Education. Proposing the university's annual budget. Accepting donations received by the university and disposing of them in accordance with Syrian legislation and in a manner that does not contradict the university's objectives and the state's interest. Propose to the Board of Trustees the salary scale of the university's teaching staff. Granting scientific degrees at the university in accordance with the laws and regulations in force. Consider any other matter that the President or any member of the Board sees fit to present to it. Authorize the President of the University to delegate some of the Council's powers.

University's vision The Arab Private University for Science and Technology seeks to become as the first intended university for students among the Syrian universities in the quality of education, scientific research, and the service of the society for the sake of reaching higher ranks among the regional and international universities. University's mission The Arab Private University for Science and Technology seeks to be the first destination for students among Syrian universities with quality education, scientific research and community service to reach advanced ranks among universities regionally and globally.The Arab University seeks to achieve its mission by adopting a set of values and principles that characterize its journey as follows: "continuous improvement and development - belonging - justice - integrity - transparency - sincerity - teamwork - creativity - excellence". University's Strategic Objectives According to the university's vision and mission, the Arab Private University for Science and Technology aims to: Continuous development of the university's educational curricula in accordance with the latest modern science to prepare graduates and qualify them to provide society with various specializations capable of keeping pace with global developments. Encourage and support scientific research. Establishing postgraduate programs to qualify competent cadres. Work to qualify and attract distinguished faculty members on the staff of the university from all the necessary scientific disciplines. Work to create new faculties with specializations that do not currently exist according to the requirements and needs of the community. Establishing a community service center to meet community needs such as training, education, studies and specialized consultations. Applying international standards for quality assurance and academic accreditation to achieve advanced ranks in the global rankings of universities. Arab Private University for Science and Technology Quality Policy in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 The Arab Private University for Science and Technology, with all its administrative levels and faculty members, is committed to the following: Continuous endeavor towards advancement and excellence by applying the standards of international quality management systems and the requirements of quality assurance and academic accreditation in education, scientific research and community service. Satisfy all relevant interested parties, especially students and community organizations within the framework of the prevailing laws and regulations to achieve an advanced position in the global ranking of universities through: Adopting the application of the quality management system according to international standards ISO 9001:2015 and commitment to continuous improvement of the effectiveness of the system to achieve the aspirations of all parties associated or dealing with the university. Compliance with all prevailing legislative and legal requirements related to higher education and scientific research. Spreading awareness about the importance of applying quality management systems and international quality assurance and academic accreditation requirements. Continuous endeavor to learn about the latest scientific developments by participating in scientific seminars and conferences and communicating with distinguished universities to develop curricula and methods of education and scientific research. Continuously minimize the health and safety risks that workers and students may face by periodically reviewing the risks related to health and safety at the university. Providing a suitable learning and working environment and securing the necessary resources with a focus on continuous training and qualification for all employees at all levels. Continuous communication with all internal and external interested parties to serve the development and improvement of the university's performance. Quality, health and safety objectives are set at the beginning of the year based on the policy and reviewed through monthly meetings as well as the management review meeting for quality, health and safety systems. Maintaining the quality, health and safety systems while working to review the policy and periodically as needed through the Quality Assurance and Academic Accreditation Council and the management review of the quality system to ensure the effectiveness of the application.

Strategic planning The Arab University for Science and Technology relies on three main starting points when developing its strategic plans: Where are we now? Where do we want to be? How do we get there? After answering the previous questions, the Arab Private University sets out to define its strategic objectives from the environmental analysis of the university in all its colleges and directorates, where the university administration works continuously to determine each of the following: Strengths: are the internal capabilities that will help in meeting the demands and overcoming difficulties. Weaknesses: are the internal deficits that prevent the university from meeting its demands. Opportunities: which are external conditions or certain trends that facilitate reaching the goal. Threats: which are external conditions and trends that will affect the university’s efficiency. Objectives of strategic planning at the Arab University for Science and Technology: The university develops its strategic plans by trying to answer the following questions: What are the majors in which the university works? What are the activities that the university seeks to do in the future? What are the desires and needs of the clients? What are the expectations of stakeholders? Who are the competitors? What is the size of the sector that we are competing for? What is the impact of technology on the disciplines of the university's work in the future? In addition to the above, the university seeks to have its strategic objectives: Specific Measurable Realistic Aachievable S pecific execution time.