Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the university's Center for Continuing Education organized a specialized training course targeting a select group of staff from the Babylon Electricity Department. This initiative reflects the university’s commitment to supporting professional development programs and enhancing the efficiency of human resources in vital sectors. The course was inaugurated by Dr. Riyadh Hamed, Director of the Center for Continuing Education, who emphasized in his opening remarks the pivotal role played by Al-Mustaqbal University in transferring academic expertise and providing innovative training solutions that meet the needs of state institutions and keep pace with global technological advancements. The opening ceremony was also attended by Professor Dr. Mudhafar Al-Zuhairi, Supervisor of Scientific and Academic Affairs at the university, who praised the initiative and its role in building bridges of cooperation between the university and government departments. He highlighted the importance of investing in human capital to achieve sustainable development. The training lectures were delivered by Dr. Hassan Mowaffaq, Head of the Department of Electrical Power Techniques Engineering, who presented the latest concepts and practical applications in the operation and maintenance of electrical transformer systems. This contributed to the development of technical skills and improved performance efficiency among the participants. This initiative embodies Al-Mustaqbal University’s vision to expand its community partnerships and enhance its role as a driver of positive change by investing in continuing education and offering high-quality training programs that help improve essential services and national infrastructure.

Under the generous patronage of Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, and as part of the university’s efforts to enhance institutional accreditation and develop the scientific and intellectual capacities of its faculty and staff, the Center for Continuing Education organized a scientific workshop entitled “Human Rights.” The session was coordinated and moderated by Asst. Prof. Dr. Rida Abdul Aati Al-Feshawi, Director of the Center for Continuing Education, and was delivered by Prof. Dr. Ammar Abbas Al-Husseini, Dean of the College of Law at Al-Mustaqbal University. The workshop was attended by a number of faculty members and administrative staff, and witnessed notable interaction and fruitful discussions. The lecture covered several key themes, including: General concepts of human rights in both international and national law. The historical development of human rights frameworks. The relationship between public freedoms and legal responsibility. The role of academic institutions in promoting a culture of human rights. The constitutional and legislative framework of human rights in Iraq. This workshop comes as part of a series of activities organized by the Center for Continuing Education, aimed at developing professional competencies and promoting legal and human rights awareness within the university community. Al-Mustaqbal University – Ranked First among Private Universities in Iraq.

The Center for Continuing Education at Al-Mustaqbal University has officially launched the SPSS Statistical Analysis Training Course, held under the generous patronage of the University President, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, and organized under the direct supervision of Asst. Prof. Dr. Rida Abdul Aati Al-Feshawi, Director of the Center for Continuing Education. This specialized training program aims to develop participants’ statistical skills and enable them to use SPSS software efficiently, through practical and applied lectures delivered by distinguished academic experts: Dr. Bashar Khalid Ali Hussein Head of the Department of Statistics – College of Administration and Economics – University of Karbala Dr. Zain Al-Abideen Aboud Kazem Rapporteur of the Department of Financial and Banking Sciences – College of Administrative Sciences – Al-Mustaqbal University The course covers a range of both fundamental and advanced topics, including: Basics of the program and data entry mechanisms Questionnaire design and data coding in SPSS Reliability testing (Cronbach’s Alpha) Normal distribution, descriptive statistics, and graphical representation Non-parametric tests Correlation and regression measures Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) Hands-on training with real data and applied examples Evaluation tests to measure participants’ learning outcomes This program comes as part of the Center’s ongoing mission to support scientific research and enhance statistical and technical skills among students, researchers, and faculty members—contributing to improved academic and research performance both within and beyond the university. Al-Mustaqbal University – Ranked First among Private Universities in Iraq.

Under the generous patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, the “Computer Camp – Programming and Artificial Intelligence Course” was launched by the Center for Continuing Education at Al-Mustaqbal University, with the participation of a group of students and individuals interested in programming and artificial intelligence applications. The course aimed to equip participants with both fundamental and advanced technical skills through practical, hands-on training in the Python programming language, as well as an introduction to artificial intelligence concepts and their real-world applications. The five-day program included four days of online training via Google Meet, followed by a final in-person session dedicated to project implementation and the awarding of certificates. The training was delivered by Ammar Abdul Kareem Mubarak, a professional programmer and founder of Webe Software Solutions, and Asst. Lecturer Yasmeen Mohammed Fadhel, a certified trainer at the Center for Continuing Education – Al-Mustaqbal University. Their sessions combined theoretical instruction with applied exercises. Key topics of the course included: Basics of Python programming and developing the first practical project Applying programming concepts through loops, conditions, and lists Introduction to artificial intelligence with practical examples Exploration of AI libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, and TensorFlow Designing and testing an interactive chatbot The program witnessed remarkable engagement from participants, who expressed great interest in the practical and interactive approach of the training. This contributed to strengthening their understanding of programming and AI concepts and enabled them to apply the acquired skills in real-world contexts. The course was organized under the direct supervision of Asst. Prof. Dr. Rida Abdul Aati Al-Feshawi, Director of the Center for Continuing Education, as part of a series of specialized programs delivered by the Center to develop the competencies of students and graduates, empowering them with the digital skills required in today’s labor market. "Al-Mustaqbal University – Ranked First among Private Universities in Iraq."

Under the patronage of the President of the University of Al-Mustaqbal, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, the Sustainable Development Division, in cooperation with the Center for Continuing Education, organized an online workshop entitled “International Day of Clean Air” on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The workshop featured distinguished experts and academics. Ms. Saadia Faleh Hassoun, Director of Together for the Protection of Human and Environment Association, delivered a lecture on the current state of air quality and its impact on human health and the environment. Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Hosni Ibrahim from Menoufia University – Arab Republic of Egypt, presented a scientific lecture addressing environmental challenges related to air pollution. From the University of Al-Mustaqbal, Asst. Prof. Dr. Ammar Abdul-Kadhim discussed the role of academic institutions in raising environmental awareness and developing strategies to combat pollution. Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Mostafa Ahmed Ragab from the Middle Technical University presented practical experiences and proposed solutions to improve air quality in Iraqi cities. At the conclusion of the workshop, participants emphasized the importance of cooperation between universities, research institutions, and civil society organizations to enhance environmental awareness and adopt initiatives that contribute to improving air quality and protecting public health.

The Continuing Education Center at Al-Mustaqbal University has launched the professional camp for the English language course, delivered by Lecturer Zeinab Kareem from the College of Law. The camp aims to enhance participants’ English language skills and strengthen their academic and professional communication abilities, thereby contributing to the development of their competencies in line with labor market requirements. Lecturer Zeinab Kareem emphasized that this course comes as part of supporting the educational and developmental journey of students and graduates, focusing on the practical and professional aspects of the language to boost their future success opportunities. The camp witnessed distinguished participation and positive interaction from the trainees, reflecting Al-Mustaqbal University’s commitment to providing high-quality programs that advance students’ skills and open up broader horizons in their fields of specialization.