II. Department Vision, Mission, and Goals

Mission

The Psychology Program graduates responsible, caring, and compassionate future Psychology professionals through a world class research and community service-based curriculum that promotes understanding and respect of the complexity and diversity of human mind and behavior nationally and internationally.

Vision

The Psychology Program aspires to be among the leading programs at the national and international levels in education, research and training. It aims to promote individual and community welfare by focusing on the holistic well-being of humanity.

Goals

Goal 1. Ensure the Psychology Department’s achievement of its mission through offering a world class research and community service based curriculum and actively contributing to the fulfilment of the nation’s 2030 vision.

Goal 2. Create a positive and productive work environment through efficient, transparent and inspiring leadership; maintain national accreditation and obtain international accreditation.

Goal 3. Ensure academic excellence by providing the most updated knowledge and learning resources and services.

Goal 4. Attract promising students, and continue graduating responsible and compassionate professionals who carry on the legacy of Queen Effat.

Goal 5. Recruit and retain skilled and researchoriented faculty and continuously develop their professional skills.

Goal 6. Provide up-to-date software and information technology; upgrade PSY labs and other facilities through sufficient budgeting, and optimize their use.

Goal 7. Encourage faculty and students to produce scholarly research output and activities aligned to the needs of local and global communities.

Goal 8. Enhance the Psychology Department’s relations and interactions with the national and international community through collaborative ventures.