Studies and Planning
Department of Studies and Planning – Wasit University
Wasit University
About the Department
The Department of Studies and Planning is one of the principal administrative departments within the Presidency of Wasit University. It is responsible for developing strategic plans and future studies, managing institutional databases and statistics, overseeing the establishment of colleges and academic departments, and developing the University's organizational structure and academic systems in line with the policies and regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The Department is committed to providing accurate data and analytical indicators that support informed decision-making, enhance academic and administrative performance, promote educational quality, and contribute to the continuous development of the university environment in pursuit of excellence and institutional leadership.
Vision
To achieve leadership in academic and administrative planning through an integrated system based on accurate data that supports quality education, digital transformation, and sustainable development.
Mission
To support the institutional development of Wasit University by preparing strategic studies and plans, developing reliable databases, and providing accurate information that enhances decision-making and improves institutional performance.
Objectives
- Develop the University's strategic and operational plans.
- Develop institutional databases and statistical systems.
- Support decision-making through accurate information.
- Conduct studies for establishing new colleges and academic departments.
- Develop the University's organizational structure.
- Monitor curriculum development and the implementation of the Bologna Process.
- Promote digital transformation and administrative automation.
- Support quality assurance and academic accreditation standards.
Department Administration
Name: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Diaa Al-Din Abdul Hussein Awaid
Position: Director of the Department of Studies and Planning
Academic Qualification: Ph.D. in Geography
Mobile: +964 770 724 7264
Email: dawaid@uowasit.edu.iq
Director's Message
The Department of Studies and Planning strives to serve as the University's institutional center of expertise by providing accurate data, preparing strategic plans and studies, and supporting decision-makers in order to enhance academic and administrative performance while contributing to the achievement of Wasit University's vision of excellence and community service.
Administrative Structure
- Studies and Planning Division
- Statistics Division
- Data and Informatics Division
- Academic Systems Division
Divisions
Studies and Planning Division
Head: Dr. Sajad Hassan Jassim Mohammed Al-Noor
Academic Qualification: Ph.D. in Islamic History
Mobile: +964 771 436 7465
Email: dr.sajad@uowasit.edu.iq
The Division is responsible for preparing organizational studies and development plans, following up the establishment of colleges and academic departments,
implementing ministerial regulations, and issuing university administrative orders related to institutional development and structural modifications.
Main Responsibilities:
• Preparing annual organizational plans.
• Following up the establishment of colleges and academic departments.
• Issuing university administrative orders.
• Monitoring educational and research laboratories.
• Organizing the work of university committees.
Statistics Division
Head: Dr. Shatha Jabbar Imran Abbas Al-Taie
Mobile: +964 771 187 9973
Email: s.umran@uowasit.edu.iq
The Division is responsible for preparing official university statistics, managing student and graduate databases,
developing admission plans, and preparing statistical reports supporting institutional decision-making.
Main Responsibilities:
• Preparing annual university statistics.
• Managing student and graduate databases.
• Developing admission plans.
• Providing data for researchers and postgraduate students.
• Preparing periodic statistical reports and performance indicators.
Data and Informatics Division
Head: Dr. Ahmed Jabbar Mansour Al-Maliki
Academic Qualification: Ph.D. in Renewable Energy Engineering
Mobile: +964 772 136 6423
Email: aalmaliki@uowasit.edu.iq
The Division is responsible for managing institutional databases, updating personnel records,
preparing analytical reports, and supporting digital transformation initiatives.
Main Responsibilities:
• Managing and updating institutional databases.
• Analyzing human resources data.
• Preparing analytical reports.
• Supporting researchers and postgraduate students.
• Developing electronic information systems.
Academic Systems Division
Head: Asst. Lecturer Ayad Qasim Ghabash Munshid Al-Miyahi
Academic Qualification: Master's Degree in Economics
Mobile: +964 780 243 6092
Email: ayadqasimghabash@uowasit.edu.iq
The Division is responsible for following up the establishment of colleges and academic departments,
developing curricula, implementing the Bologna Process, and executing ministerial regulations.
Main Responsibilities:
• Following up the establishment of academic programs.
• Developing academic curricula.
• Monitoring the implementation of the Bologna Process.
• Issuing university administrative orders.
• Organizing academic and examination committees.
Institutional Achievements
- Developing the University's strategic plans.
- Enhancing institutional databases.
- Preparing official statistics and analytical reports.
- Following up the establishment of colleges and academic departments.
- Developing the University's organizational structure.
- Monitoring curriculum updates.
- Supporting quality assurance and academic accreditation initiatives.
- Promoting digital transformation across departmental operations.
Future Directions
- Completing digital transformation and administrative automation.
- Developing Business Intelligence (BI) and data analytics systems.
- Enhancing integration with the Ministry's electronic systems.
- Developing institutional performance indicators.
- Supporting the establishment of modern academic programs.
- Strengthening educational quality and academic accreditation.
Contact Information
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Diaa Al-Din Abdul Hussein Awaid – +964 770 724 7264 – dawaid@uowasit.edu.iq
Dr. Sajad Hassan – +964 771 436 7465 – dr.sajad@uowasit.edu.iq
Dr. Shatha Jabbar – +964 771 187 9973 – s.umran@uowasit.edu.iq
Dr. Ahmed Al-Maliki – +964 772 136 6423 – aalmaliki@uowasit.edu.iq
Asst. Lecturer Ayad Qasim – +964 780 243 6092 – ayadqasimghabash@uowasit.edu.iq
Closing Statement
The Department of Studies and Planning at Wasit University continues to play a pivotal role in supporting strategic planning and institutional development by providing reliable data, preparing comprehensive studies and strategic plans, and advancing academic and administrative systems. Through these efforts, the Department contributes significantly to achieving the University's vision of leadership, excellence, and community service.
