Laws and Regulations of the Continuing Education Center at the University of Baghdad

  1. Basic Law: The Law of Scientific and Consulting Service Offices in Higher Education Institutions No. (7) of 1997, which regulates the operation of continuing education centers and scientific service offices in Iraqi universities.
  2. Classification: The law is part of Iraqi legislation and aims to organize the relationship between universities, academic institutions, and society in the provision of scientific and consulting services.
  3. Contents of the Law:
    • Legislation Number: 7
    • Year of Legislation: 1997
    • Date of Issuance: 1997-01-01
  4. Basic Provisions for Continuing Education Centers:
    • Provision of Educational Services: Continuing education centers function as scientific and consulting offices, providing lifelong learning and professional development to the community through organizing training courses and educational workshops.
    • Partnership with the Community: These centers are responsible for building communication bridges between the university and the community by offering scientific and training consultations, contributing to the enhancement of education and skills development.
    • Skill Development: The training programs at the center are designed to meet the needs of the market and the community, aiming to improve both practical and scientific skills for individuals from various age groups and professional backgrounds.
    • Funding and Sustainability: The center is funded through registration fees for courses, as well as grants and financial support from both governmental and private donors, adhering to established financial regulations.
    • Registration and Evaluation Procedures: The center relies on a registration and management system for students participating in various programs, with continuous performance evaluation to ensure quality and achieve educational goals.
  5. University Commitments:
    • The university is committed to providing the necessary facilities and equipment to ensure the center delivers high-quality services.
    • The university oversees the center’s administrative and financial operations to ensure transparency and compliance with applicable laws.
  6. Legal Framework: The law covers all procedures and systems governing the operation of scientific and consulting service offices in higher education institutions, including financial and administrative organization and community partnerships.
  7. Legal Requirements:
    • The center must obtain the necessary approvals from academic and administrative authorities to provide its services.
    • The training programs must be regularly updated to align with market needs and directives from the Ministry of Higher Education.
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