Under the patronage of Gharyan University, the Faculty of Engineering auditorium hosted a distinguished scientific lecture on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, titled "ISO 9001:2015 as a Quality System in Universities," delivered by quality systems expert Abdulaziz Nasr Al-Mansouri.

Rich Topics and In-Depth Discussion  

The lecture covered several key areas, including:

- Comprehensive Overview: The speaker provided a general introduction to the international quality management system ISO 9001:2015, explaining its philosophy and fundamental principles.  

- Application in Higher Education: Al-Mansouri detailed the requirements of the standard and how they can be effectively implemented within higher education institutions like universities.  

- Global Lessons: Successful models of international universities that adopted ISO 9001:2015 were examined, highlighting applicable insights and achievements.  

- Overcoming Challenges: The lecture explored common obstacles universities may face in applying quality systems and proposed practical, innovative solutions.  

Engagement and Emphasis on Importance  

The session witnessed positive interaction from attendees, who agreed on the significance of adopting such international systems to enhance the quality of academic and administrative operations, improve institutional efficiency, and strengthen local and international trust in university outputs.

At the conclusion of his talk, the lecturer emphasized that implementing ISO 9001:2015 is not an end in itself but rather a strategic tool for continuous improvement and ensuring satisfaction among students, faculty members, and partners.

This lecture is part of Gharyan University's ongoing efforts to keep up with global best practices in quality management, developing its educational, research, and administrative environment to align with the highest international standards.