Cihan University–Erbil Launches the Second Advanced Human Resources Training Course for Managers and Employees of the Iraqi Ministry of Trade
On Sunday, October 25, 2026, under the direction of Professor Dr. Amjad Saber Delo, President of Cihan University–Erbil, the university launched its second advanced training course in human resources management for managers and employees of the Iraqi Ministry of Trade. The course is being held at the university’s Academic Hall over five days and is attended by managers and supervisors of human resources departments.
Course Opening and Academic Objectives
The opening session was attended by Assistant Professor Dr. Abdul Sattar Karim, Vice President for Administrative Affairs and Students, and Nadia Jaafar Naseef, Assistant Director General of the Directorate of Administration and Finance. During the session, Assistant Professor Dr. Hawkar Qasim Pirdawod, Head of the Department of Business Administration, provided an overview of the course objectives.
He explained that the course aims to enhance participants’ knowledge and skills in human resources management, strengthen managerial capabilities in government institutions, facilitate the transition from routine administrative practices to strategic management, and develop employees’ talents and abilities.
On the first day, Assistant Professor Dr. Mahmoud Mohammed Amin Othman, a lecturer in the Department of Business Administration, delivered an academic presentation on modernizing human resources management and transitioning from traditional approaches to strategic management. He highlighted the importance of developing employees’ skills, retaining qualified staff, and adopting modern methods to assess employees’ capabilities and motivate them. These measures aim to improve efficiency and support the development of government institutions.
Dr. Mahmoud further emphasized the importance of assessing the capabilities of government ministries, identifying performance gaps between these institutions and those of advanced governments, and reshaping workplace culture. These efforts aim to enhance institutional efficiency and achieve better organizational outcomes.
The first day concluded with an in-depth discussion between the participants and course instructors, during which they exchanged views on various topics related to human resources management.
