NAUSS Strategy
The strategic plan of Naif Arab University for Security Sciences is based on achieving the unique national goals and needs of the Arab Interior Ministers Council and the League of Arab States through the following :
Vision
The leading institution in preparing Arab leaders and experts in security fields
Mission
Develop specialized security personnel by offering distinguished programs in postgraduate studies, training, and scientific research across the Arab world.
Values
Arab identity – Beneficiary-centric – Innovation – Commitment – Quality.
Learning
Aim
Achieving excellence in security education
Strategic Objectives
- Providing high-quality, specialized programs that meet the needs of beneficiaries.
- Recruiting distinguished faculty members with field and professional experience.
- Enhancing the student experience and supporting creativity and innovation.
- Developing the educational environment to support academic excellence.
Scientific Research
Aim
Conducting innovative research and studies that contribute to providing applied solutions and influence Arab security policymaking.
Strategic Objectives
- Enhancing Research Quality and Impact.
- Conducting research that supports the security decision-making process.
- Providing reliable consulting services
- Attracting external funding for research.
Training
Aim
Providing qualitative training to enhance the readiness of human security capabilities to face future challenges
Strategic Objectives
- Providing Flexible Security Training to Meet Future Security Needs
- Offering Lifelong Security Training Opportunities
- Developing Operational Processes and Support Services for Training
External Relations
Aim
Consolidating the university's position as an Arab reference and a reliable partner in the field of security sciences
Strategic Objectives
- Enhancing and Activating the University's Regional and International Presence.
- Sustainable and Effective International Partnerships to Serve the University's Pillars.
- Enhancing Media and Institutional Communication.
- Disseminating Security Knowledge and Integrating the Principle of Serving the Arab Community into the University's Work.
Financial Sustainability
The university aims to achieve financial sustainability through a range of strategic measures. This includes increasing self-generated revenue from core activities such as education, training, research, and consulting, as well as improving spending efficiency by implementing a package of initiatives dedicated to this purpose. We will also increase external funding for research and student grants. To achieve these objectives, we will reorganize, monitor, and implement the budget according to the key pillars of achieving the required financial sustainability.
Enhancing Governance
Enhancing governance in the university aims to ensure the dominance of systems and regulations by completing the project of preparing detailed policies and procedures that define the roles and responsibilities of the university's management, vice presidencies, deans, and administrations. We will also launch university-wide initiatives to enhance the application of governance principles such as integrity, transparency, participation, and accountability. In addition, the university will enhance effective oversight to ensure compliance with its systems, regulations, and procedures, while periodically evaluating their effectiveness. To further enhance governance, we will engage external expertise in specialized councils and committees, contributing to achieving the highest governance standards within the university.
Digital Transformation and Data-Driven Operations
The university's digital transformation aims to enhance data-driven operations by evaluating the current digital infrastructure and prioritizing improvements. This includes developing a plan to upgrade and update information technology in line with the university's long-term goals. We will also complete the project of automating services and operational processes, which will contribute to improving efficiency. Additionally, we will design a central electronic repository for all the university's data and develop the work of the institutional research administration to support decision-making.
Administrative Development and Alignment of the Organizational Structure with Strategic Needs
Administrative development in the university aims to align the organizational structure with strategic needs by updating the organizational structure to align with future aspirations and achieve strategic objectives. We will also develop performance evaluation policies and tools for the university's staff to ensure effective results. Additionally, we will support professional development plans so that the university's staff can keep up with rapid developments, contributing to achieving the desired strategic objectives. To enhance coordination and collaboration between administrations, we will form university-wide task forces, which will boost the effectiveness of teamwork and contribute to achieving goals more efficiently.