Prof. Ahmed El-Kased, President of Menoufia University, held an extensive meeting with the University Vice Presidents: Prof. Sobhy Sharaf for Community Service and Environmental Development, Prof. Nasser Abdel-Bary for Education and Students, Prof. Ghada Hassan for Postgraduate Studies and Research, and Mrs. Souad Bayoumi, Secretary-General of the University, to approve a new strategic vision aimed at achieving a qualitative transformation in the University’s performance across all academic, administrative, and service sectors.
During the meeting, the President emphasized that this vision is grounded in the principles of institutional development, governance, and digital transformation. He noted that the coming period will witness a comprehensive development plan fully aligned with the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research and Egypt’s Vision 2030 for sustainable development. The plan focuses on enhancing performance efficiency, improving the quality of educational and research services, strengthening the University’s standing in local and international rankings, expanding community services, and reinforcing the University’s role in supporting sustainable development priorities.
Prof. El-Kased highlighted that the University is currently working on updating academic programs in accordance with labor market needs, developing its infrastructure and technological systems, activating innovation and entrepreneurship mechanisms, supporting research projects, and enhancing international partnerships.
In this context, the President praised the significant progress the University has recently achieved in international rankings, affirming that this advancement reflects the dedicated efforts exerted in supporting scientific research and improving academic performance. He also commended the University’s success in internationalization and global engagement through signing cooperation agreements and partnerships with distinguished universities and institutions worldwide, which contribute to knowledge exchange and provide broader opportunities for students and researchers.
Prof. El-Kased reaffirmed his earlier declaration that this academic year is the “Year of Quality” at Menoufia University, expressing his appreciation for the University’s achievements in the fields of quality assurance and academic accreditation—clear evidence of its commitment to excellence and to institutionalizing a culture of continuous improvement across all faculties and sectors. He further emphasized the University’s progress in government excellence initiatives, noting that it has become a leading model in applying governance standards, performance efficiency, and high-quality services.
During the meeting, the President instructed that clear implementation plans be developed for each sector, including actionable objectives, monitoring mechanisms, and evaluation tools within a defined timeline, stressing that the University possesses the expertise and competencies needed to achieve its ambitious vision.
The President also outlined the foundations of a comprehensive plan to develop performance across all sectors, including modernizing administrative systems, enhancing services for students and faculty members, strengthening digital transformation, improving research infrastructure, activating continuous monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, and fostering a university environment that supports innovation, creativity, and excellence in all fields. The plan further includes developing the international students’ portfolio—as a key component of the educational system—and providing an enabling environment for distinguished researchers and talented students. Additional priorities include supporting specialized research initiatives, facilitating implementation procedures, expanding international partnerships to broaden opportunities for scientific collaboration, activating environmental and health initiatives, enhancing communication with the local community, and supporting projects aimed at resource conservation and efficient resource utilization.
In conclusion, Prof. El-Kased indicated that new assignments and an administrative restructuring process for several sectors and departments will soon be announced to revitalize the institutional system, achieve a qualitative leap in performance, and strengthen the University’s position at both the regional and international levels.