Administrative Divisions Al-Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications
In alignment with its vision to internationalize academic education and elevate scientific research, the University of Al-Mustaqbal held a high-level meeting with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), USA—a premier institution classified under the Carnegie Classification as a Doctoral University with Very High Research Activity (R1). The meeting aimed to discuss frameworks for joint academic cooperation and the launching of dual Master’s degree programs in next-generation specialties: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity. The high-profile meeting was led by Professor Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi (President of the University of Al-Mustaqbal) and Dr. Azim Eskandarian (Dean of the College of Engineering at VCU). The session witnessed active participation from the Iraqi Cultural Mission in Washington D.C. and the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), ensuring the proposed programs align with the highest international benchmarks and national regulations. Key Attendees & Delegations: University of Al-Mustaqbal Delegation: Led by Professor Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi (President of the University), accompanied by Professor Dr. Mudhafar Al-Zuhairi (Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision), and Professor Dr. Azhar M. Abid (Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology). Notably, Professor Dr. Mahdi Abandi Mane, Director of the Al-Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications, played a vital role during the meeting as one of the main negotiators and interlocutors, actively shaping the technical and scientific roadmaps for the proposed programs. The delegation also included the directors of International Relations, Cultural Affairs, and Scientific Affairs departments, alongside several senior academics. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Delegation: Led by Dr. Azim Eskandarian (Dean of the College of Engineering), alongside the Director of Graduate Studies and several academic officials from the college. The Iraqi Cultural Mission in Washington D.C.: Represented by Dr. Hussein Al-Shaikh and Dr. Alaa Al-Husseini. The Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research: Represented by Ms. Zahraa Al-Naqash. Meeting Agenda & Outcomes The meeting included a comprehensive review of the scientific capabilities and advanced infrastructure of VCU's College of Engineering, highlighting its global distinction in robotics and autonomous systems. Leveraging the strong capabilities of both institutions, the two sides agreed on the broad outlines and structure of the joint Master's program. Commenting on this milestone, Professor Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi stated: "The University of Al-Mustaqbal adopts an ambitious strategy aimed at elevating the educational and research process from a local scope to broader global horizons. This vision is manifested through a series of practical steps and strategic partnerships with elite international universities and institutions, such as VCU." He further added that the discussions focused on two primary axes: Adopting World-Class Curricula: Working toward offering postgraduate programs (Master's and Ph.D.) in specialized, modern disciplines that rely entirely on the rigorous academic curricula and systems of the partner university. Activating Research Partnerships: Emphasizing advanced fields such as robotics, intelligent systems, and cyber solutions, while promoting joint publications in reputable international journals, and facilitating academic exchange for faculty and researchers to undertake fellowships and scientific residencies abroad. It is worth noting that technical and specialized meetings will continue between the two parties to finalize the administrative procedures and draft the formal agreements, paving the way to secure the official ministerial approvals and launch the programs in the near future.
Al-Mustaqbal University has achieved a new academic milestone that further strengthens its leading position at both the national and international levels, after ranking first among all Iraqi public and private universities in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2026. The university secured a distinguished global position within the 201–300 category out of 1,603 universities worldwide included in this year’s ranking. The university also ranked first among the 43 Iraqi public and private universities participating in the ranking, reaffirming its national leadership and institutional excellence in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and transforming them into practical and impactful initiatives on the ground. At the level of sustainable development goals, Al-Mustaqbal University achieved first place in Iraq in several key SDGs, including: • SDG 1: No Poverty • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy • SDG 13: Climate Action • SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions The university also secured second place in Iraq in SDG 4: Quality Education, reflecting the quality of its academic programs and educational initiatives aimed at building qualified human capital capable of leading sustainable development. This achievement represents a continuation of the university’s ongoing success, as Al-Mustaqbal University has maintained its leadership among Iraqi universities in the Times Sustainability Rankings for the second consecutive year, while continuing to rank as the number one private university in Iraq for the fourth consecutive year. This clearly reflects the sustainability of its institutional performance and the effectiveness of its strategic plans. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings evaluate universities based on their contributions to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), through precise indicators including quality education, sustainability-related scientific research, knowledge transfer, community service, good governance, equality and inclusion, environmental sustainability, resource efficiency, climate initiatives, as well as local and international partnerships and the university’s role in addressing economic, social, and environmental challenges. On this occasion, the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, expressed his great pride in this achievement, emphasizing that the results represent the outcome of the university’s strategic vision and its strong commitment to sustainability principles and institutional excellence. He noted that they reflect the continuous efforts made by the university community across various academic, research, and societal fields. He added that the university’s leadership among Iraqi universities and its advanced global ranking in this prestigious classification confirms its success in aligning its activities and programs with the Sustainable Development Goals and strengthening its role as a pioneering academic institution contributing to building a more sustainable and prosperous future. On the same occasion, Professor Dr. Mahdi Abadi Manea, Director of Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications, expressed his deep pride and appreciation for Al-Mustaqbal University’s outstanding progress in the 2026 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, affirming that this achievement embodies the university’s strategic vision and its genuine commitment to achieving sustainable development goals according to the highest international standards. He pointed out that this distinction reflects the significant efforts and institutional integration across all university sectors, particularly in scientific research, innovation, and digital transformation. He also emphasized that the Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications has been, and continues to be, an active contributor in supporting this direction through the development of smart initiatives and technological projects that enhance institutional sustainability and improve the quality of academic and service performance. He further affirmed that the university will continue strengthening its international presence and consolidating its position as a pioneering Iraqi model in knowledge production and sustainable development. #Al_Mustaqbal_University #First_in_Iraq #Top_Private_University_in_Iraq #THE_Impact_Rankings_2026 #Sustainable_Development
As part of its continuous efforts to enhance academic services, support scientific research, and advance digital transformation, the Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications at Mustaqbal University has announced the launch of its Electronic Plagiarism Checking Service, providing researchers and students with a modern, efficient, and reliable mechanism to examine their scientific work according to the highest academic standards. This service comes in response to the growing need for fast and accurate plagiarism detection in research papers, theses, and dissertations, while ensuring originality and academic integrity. It aims to simplify the submission and review process through a fully digital system that saves time and effort for beneficiaries. Through this service, faculty members, postgraduate students, and final-stage undergraduate students can upload their academic work and complete the required information via a dedicated electronic form from anywhere and at any time, without the need for physical attendance or traditional paperwork. The service offers several key advantages, including: • Flexible digital submission: Easy and direct upload of scientific files and documents through the online form. • Accurate and reliable checking: Comparing academic texts with major international and local databases and digital repositories to ensure originality and scientific integrity. • Complete confidentiality and security: Full commitment to protecting intellectual property rights and maintaining the confidentiality of research content before publication or discussion. • Affordable service fees: Providing the service at symbolic and reduced prices to support researchers and students. • Fast reporting: Issuing detailed plagiarism reports in a short time under the supervision of specialized experts at the center. The center emphasized that this initiative is part of its broader strategy to strengthen research quality, promote ethical academic practices, and provide advanced smart services that contribute to improving the scientific and educational environment. Researchers and students wishing to benefit from the service are invited to access the dedicated electronic form and complete the plagiarism checking process easily and efficiently. Electronic Form Link: https://uomus.edu.iq/EServices/Take/78 #Mustaqbal_University #Mustaqbal_Center_for_AI #Plagiarism_Checking #Academic_Integrity #Scientific_Research #Digital_Transformation
Professor Dr. Mahdi Abadi Manaa has officially assumed his duties as the Director of Al-Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications at Al-Mustaqbal University, aligning with the university's vision to advance scientific research and keep pace with the digital revolution. Immediately upon taking office, Dr. Abadi chaired the first meeting with the center’s administrative and technical staff. The meeting focused on discussing future workflows and delegating key tasks and responsibilities among team members to ensure the highest levels of efficiency and productivity. The meeting resulted in several pivotal outcomes and decisions, most notably: Current Work Statistics: Instructing the staff to prepare accurate and comprehensive statistics on all ongoing projects and operations, to be submitted in a detailed report for current situation assessment. Semi-Annual Plan: Initiating the immediate drafting of a semi-annual strategic plan to be launched early next year, aimed at precisely defining targets and distributing technical and research roles. Developmental Recommendations: The Director provided a series of recommendations emphasizing the need to intensify research efforts and innovate smart software solutions that serve both the academic and wider community. At the conclusion of the meeting, Dr. Abadi expressed his great confidence in the center's staff capabilities, stressing that the upcoming phase will witness a qualitative leap in the center's practical outputs and applications, matching the prestige and standing of Al-Mustaqbal University, which ranks first among private universities and colleges in Iraq.
The President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi, announced that the university has achieved an unprecedented academic and research milestone in the global U.S. News & World Report – Best Global Universities rankings for the 2026-2027 edition. The university clinched 3rd place among all Iraqi universities (both public and private), ranking directly after the University of Sulaimani and the University of Baghdad. With this achievement, it secures a prominent spot among the only eight Iraqi universities that successfully entered this prestigious global ranking. On the regional and subject-specific levels, the university ranked 568th in Asia, making significant leaps in specialized scientific disciplines. It ranked 632nd globally in Physical Chemistry, 666th in Engineering, 696th in Materials Science, and 771st in Chemistry. This international ranking bases its evaluation on rigorous indicators derived from the Clarivate Analytics database, focusing on research quality, citation volume, international academic reputation, and global research collaboration. In this context, the University President congratulated all faculty members, researchers, and students on this exceptional distinction, emphasizing that this result is the fruit of the university's ambitious strategy to invest in scientific infrastructure, support innovation, and work with a unified team spirit toward achieving global leadership and comprehensive international accreditation. With this outstanding international achievement, the university cements its absolute local leadership, ensuring that Al-Mustaqbal University remains the number one private university in Iraq.
With hearts full of deep sorrow and grief, guided by the timeless values of sacrifice and justice, the Director of Al-Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications at Al-Mustaqbal University, on behalf of himself and the entire scientific and administrative staff of the center, extends his deepest condolences and sympathies to the Master of our Time, Imam Al-Mahdi (may Allah hasten his holy advent), the grand religious authorities, and the entire Islamic nation upon the arrival of the sacred month of Muharram and the solemn anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, his family, and his companions (peace be upon them) in the tragic epic of Taff. In its statement, the center emphasized that the revolution of Imam Hussain (PBUH) was not merely a historical event, but rather a renewed humanitarian school that inspires mankind with the values of integrity, the rejection of injustice, and the upholding of truth. The center further noted that drawing inspiration from these noble principles serves as a true catalyst for sincere work and intellectual dedication in serving society and humanity, striving to build a brighter future grounded in knowledge and high moral standards. May Allah grandly reward you and us on this monumental grievance of Imam Hussain (peace be upon him), and may He count us among those who follow his righteous path and immortal legacy.
Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi, the university organized its First Alumni Forum for the year 2026 under the slogan "Alumni are Partners in Success and Creators of the Future." The event took place at the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center and the Continuous Education Center at the Al-Qadhiah site. The forum witnessed a high-level academic and official attendance, led by the Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision, Professor Dr. Mudhafar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, the Dean of the College of Engineering Technologies, Professor Dr. Azhar Muhsin Abid, and the Director of Al-Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications, Professor Dr. Nidal Khdair Al-Abadi. This was alongside a wide participation of university professors, directors of centers and departments, and elite representatives from government institutions and the private sector. The forum aims to translate the university's strategy into building sustainable communication channels with its graduates, and expanding horizons for professional networking and collaboration with various labor market sectors. In the opening speech, Professor Dr. Mudhafar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi emphasized that the alumni represent the true extension of the university's scientific mission, noting the institution's continuous commitment to supporting them through qualification and professional development programs. The forum also featured specialized presentations on entrepreneurship and industrial development, as well as an overview of qualification and employment plans presented by Professor Dr. Iman Abdul Aziz, Director of the Qualification and Employment Division at the University Presidency, aligned with the rapidly changing demands of the labor market. Attendees praised the high scientific and skill levels demonstrated by the university's graduates, especially after reviewing a collection of inspiring success stories of alumni who achieved outstanding professional milestones, alongside examples of young talents who were recruited to join the university's academic faculty. The activities concluded with a field tour where guests explored the latest laboratories, smart technologies, and services provided by the university to support innovation and scientific research. This forum highlights Al-Mustaqbal University's leadership and its dedication to nurturing its graduates, recognizing them as the cornerstone of the sustainable development journey and its true ambassadors toward crafting a better tomorrow.
Under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency the President of the Republic of Iraq, staff members of the Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications, Engineer Ahmed Saleem Munger and Engineer Hassanein Taha Shaalan, participated in the Iraqi Engineers Day celebration, held to commemorate the 67th anniversary of Iraqi Engineers Day on May 25. The event took place in the VIP Hall at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds. The celebration was attended by a number of government officials, academic figures, and distinguished Iraqi engineers. During the event, emphasis was placed on the pivotal role of engineering professionals in supporting the country's development and reconstruction efforts, while highlighting the latest advancements in technology and artificial intelligence and their applications in serving society and public institutions. The participation of the staff of the Mustaqbal Center for Artificial Intelligence Applications reflects the Center’s commitment to engaging in national and professional events that enhance the status of Iraqi engineers and promote innovation and technological advancement in Iraq, in line with its vision of supporting digital transformation and sustainable development. Al-Mustaqbal University: The Leading Private University in Iraq.