Finance and Banking Department

Department Head's speech

Prof (Dr.) Yusra Mahdi Hassan Al-samarrai

The Finance and Banking Department is a multidisciplinary entity within the College of Management and Economics at Al-Farahidi University, integrating a diverse range of subjects such as accounting, economics, business administration, and statistics. This department emphasizes both local and international banking practices and was established in the 2017-2018 academic year, offering programs for both morning and evening sessions. Initially, student enrollment matched the universitys capacity and strategic planning. However, following the establishment of the College of Management and Economics, student numbers have consistently risen over three academic years. Anticipation is high for the 2020-2021 academic year, which will mark the milestone of the departments first graduating cohort. The critical role of this department and its future graduates in the workforce is unmistakable, given the pivotal role of finance and banking in the economic fabric of a country such as Iraq. Despite its relatively recent inception, the department is renowned for its accomplished faculty, comprising specialists and professionals across finance, economics, accounting, management, and more, underscoring its comprehensive and robust academic foundation.

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Members of the Department Council

Prof. (Dr.) Yousra Mahdi Hassan

Head of Department

Assistant Prof. (Dr.) Waleed Abdel Moneim Abbas

Member

Dr. Muthanna Abdul-Ilah Nasser

Member

Assistant Lecturer Maha Mounir Hassan

Member

Assistant Lecturer Doaa Hikmat Abbas

Member

Outstanding students

Ruqaya Thabet Abbas

Heba Tariq Hamad Ahmed

Shaima Ismail

Vision

This department stands out as an exemplary academic unit, offering specialized education in financial and banking sciences. Its contribution to the economic sectors is significant, as it provides the job market with proficient graduates. These graduates play a crucial role in attaining equilibrium between the monetary and real aspects within the economic life cycle, thereby fostering development across various economic domains.

Message

Embracing a quality standard in educational development necessitates staying abreast of academic progress within the specific field of study, as well as catering to the societal and job market demands through relevant financial activities. Furthermore, it encompasses the creation of a robust financial groundwork based on predictive analysis. This groundwork is instrumental in laying the pillars for local banking operations and their integration with the global financial and banking networks, ensuring that educational outcomes are not only academically sound but also practically relevant and globally connected.

Goals

The academic department is dedicated to achieving several critical objectives, which include, Preparing graduates who are well-equipped to fulfill the requirements of the job market, particularly within the financial and banking sectors. Embedding values, principles, ethical responsibilities, and organizational awareness in students to mold them into professionals of high ethical standards in their financial dealings and decision-making processes. Staying current with academic developments in education and applying these advancements effectively in the teaching process. Bridging the gap between theoretical approaches and practical realities in finance and banking, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive and applicable education. Employing contemporary teaching methodologies and techniques in the delivery of financial and banking sciences, enhancing the learning experience. Facilitating effective communication within finance and banking fields and research areas, thereby empowering students to engage in postgraduate studies through the development of their intellectual and research capabilities.