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The College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas organizes a volunteer initiative for the Al-Zuhour Home and the Al-Baraem Orphanage ("My School" Initiative – Season 2).

The College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas organized a humanitarian volunteer initiative for orphaned children at the Al-Zuhour Orphanage (for girls) and the Al-Baraem Orphanage. Held on the morning of Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the event took place under the patronage of the President of Basra University for Oil and Gas, Prof. Dr. Mohammed Hleil Hafiz Al-Kaabi, and was supervised and attended by the Dean of the College, Prof. Dr. Sami Obaid Mohammed Al-Tamimi. This campaign is part of the "My School" initiative (Season 2), launched in accordance with directives from the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Coinciding with the start of the new academic year, the initiative aims to support orphans by helping create an educational environment that allows them to begin their studies with hope and reassurance. The initiative involved the distribution of school bags, complete stationery sets, and school uniforms—a humanitarian effort driven by the faculty and staff of the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas. In turn, the orphanage administration expressed its gratitude and appreciation to Basra University for Oil and Gas—including its faculty, students, and staff—for their ongoing support of the orphan community in Basra.

President of Basra University for Oil and Gas Meets Top-Ranking Students from the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas

On the morning of Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the President of Basra University for Oil and Gas, Prof. Dr. Mohammed Hleil Hafiz Al-Kaabi, met with a group of top-ranking students from the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas (representing both morning and evening study programs). The meeting was attended by the College’s Administrative Assistant, Asst. Prof. Dr. Haider Ali Al-Asadi. At the start of the meeting, the University President welcomed the top students, emphasizing that the gathering was part of a direct, paternal dialogue under the theme "The Student Asks, the University President Answers." The aim was to listen to the students' views and needs, address their inquiries, provide educational and academic guidance, foster the localization of expertise, and promote a spirit of cooperation and teamwork.The meeting covered several key topics, including:1- Aligning educational outcomes with labor market requirements in the oil sector and international companies.2- Developing students and preparing them for the labor market through practical training, skill enhancement, support for innovation and entrepreneurship, and language development—particularly in English and digital software proficiency.3-Memoranda of understanding and cooperation with national and international oil companies to create job opportunities.4- Fostering a culture of critical thinking and analysis.5- Digital transformation, skill development, and computer simulation. 6- Activating the role of rehabilitation and employment services: Two days ago, interviews were held for graduates of the College of Oil and Gas Engineering. The university is actively working to secure employment opportunities and interviews for fourth-year students and graduates with international oil companies operating in Basra Governorate, in alignment with labor market requirements in the oil and gas sector.7-The university’s new building, designed according to the latest global standards, incorporates all infrastructure necessary to enhance students' capabilities and skills.Al-Kaabi also emphasized the university’s commitment—and that of its colleges—to updating and developing curricula to meet the demands of both local and global oil industries. This includes organizing educational field trips to oil companies operating in Basra to strengthen the practical aspects of learning and bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world work environments.At the conclusion of the meeting, and in response to requests from the students, the University President directed that professional development courses be organized for the college’s students during the summer break. These courses aim to cultivate their skills and boost their academic and professional readiness for the labor market. He further explained to the students that the university’s mission extends beyond merely awarding academic degrees; the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas aims to produce administrative leaders and specialists in oil economics, marketing, accounting, and project management. These graduates will possess leadership skills in administrative negotiation and digital transformation, enabling them to excel in advanced, professional work environments.

The College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas participates in the Basra Arbitration and Mediation Forum.

College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas Participates in the Basra Forum for Arbitration and Mediation The College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas at the Basra University for Oil and Gas participated in the activities of the Basra Forum for Arbitration and Mediation. Organized by the College of Law at the University of Basra, the two-day forum took place on September 21–22, 2025, at the Grand Millennium Hotel hall. The college's participation included the attendance of the Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs, Assistant Professor Dr. Haider Ali Al-Asadi, and the Head of the Government Contracts Unit at the college, legal expert Nada Sakban Hassan.The forum featured several research sessions and the presentation of various scientific papers. Discussions centered on topics related to commercial arbitration, dispute resolution, ways to strengthen and modernize international commercial law, Iraq's journey in developing the legal framework for settling commercial disputes, and the importance of commercial arbitration and mediation in Iraq. The event brought together researchers from various countries around the world and different Iraqi governorates. The closing ceremony of the forum witnessed the honoring of several sponsors and contributors who helped make the event a success. Additionally, Dr. Fatima Hadi Ahmed, a faculty member at the Basra University for Oil and Gas, served as the master of ceremonies (MC) and managed the forum's events. Government Media and Communication Department

Head of Oil and Gas Management and Marketing Department Lectures at Academic Course

Assistant Professor Dr. Ahmed Ali Al-Rashid, Head of the Oil and Gas Management and Marketing Department, delivered a lecture at a course organized by the Continuing Education Center at the Presidency of Basra University for Oil and Gas—in collaboration with the Continuing Education Unit at the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas—titled "Evaluating Administrative Performance Using Benchmarking." The session took place on the morning of Tuesday, September 22, 2026, and was attended by the University President’s Assistant for Administrative Affairs, Assistant Professor Dr. Nassif Jassim Ali Al-Abadi, along with several faculty members.The course addressed the concept of administrative performance evaluation and the importance of benchmarking in enhancing and developing performance efficiency. It also reviewed key methods and mechanisms for defining and measuring performance indicators, analyzing results, and identifying performance gaps, while highlighting the use of best practices to improve administrative procedures and support development and decision-making processes.This course is part of Basra University for Oil and Gas's commitment to developing the administrative capabilities of its staff and promoting the adoption of modern administrative methods, thereby contributing to elevated institutional performance and the fulfillment of quality and continuous improvement standards.

Faculty members from the Oil and Gas Management and Marketing Department at the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas participate in a patent.

Scientific Assistant Dean of the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas Participates in a Master’s Thesis Defense at the University of Basra

Assistant Professor Dr. Nassif Jassim Ali Al-Abadi, Scientific Assistant Dean of the College of Industrial Management for Oil and Gas, served as a member of the defense committee for a master’s thesis titled: "Economic Analysis of the Impact of Renewable Energy on Oil Markets and Its Implications for the Iraqi Economy (2004–2024)." The thesis was authored by researcher Alia Mansour Abdullah and presented at the University of Basra, College of Administration and Economics, Department of Economics, on the morning of Thursday, September 10, 2026.The thesis aimed to examine and economically analyze the impact of renewable energy on oil markets, as well as its future implications and effects on the Iraqi economy. It covered the evolution of renewable energy sources and their relationship with oil markets, analyzed their economic impact and repercussions on the Iraqi economy, and explored future trends in renewable energy and their potential influence on oil markets and the Iraqi economy. The study concluded that regarding the impact of renewable energy development on oil markets, price is the key factor: as oil prices rise, the costs of renewable energy sources decrease. Consequently, the future impact on markets appears to be slow or limited, with a negligible effect on the Iraqi economy—with the exception of a few projects currently under implementation. The thesis recommended adopting appropriate measures and policies to encourage large-scale investment in renewable energy sources across Iraq and hedging against future oil-related shocks by diversifying the economic base, while also keeping pace with international experiences. Following the researcher's defense of... ...the subject of her thesis and its content; the committee decided to award her the Master's degree.