24-Hour Program Focuses on Student Success and International Standards

Tishk International University, through the Social Affairs and Guidance Unit at the Dean of Students Office, organized a specialized training course entitled “Academic Advising at TIU – Road Map and Hands-on Experience.” The training was held at the TIU Campus, Education Building, Room 302, over a total duration of 24 training hours, delivered between November 15, 2025, and December 13, 2025.

Training Objectives

The training aimed to provide a comprehensive and practical introduction to the academic advising procedure at TIU, emphasizing that academic advising is an essential institutional process rather than a minor administrative task. The course covered the advising procedure step by step, shared practical insights drawn from real advising experiences, and highlighted good practices that support student academic progress, personal development, and timely graduation.

A key focus was to demonstrate the role of academic advising in student growth and success, as well as its importance in ensuring compliance with international higher education standards. The advising procedure presented aligns with recognized frameworks such as ISO 21001, the Bologna Process, ESG 2015, and other international quality assurance standards.

Target Audience

The course targeted:

  • Academic advisors from all academic departments

  • Research assistants involved in the advising process

  • Academic advising coordinators at the faculty level

This ensured a unified understanding and consistent implementation of advising practices across the university.

Training Agenda

Topic Presenter
Academic advising according to standards Ms. Rasha Alkabbanie
Advisory as a bridge to student growth Mr. Harmand A. Hama
Guiding success Ms. Zaynab Yaseen
Academic Advising Process – Step by Step Ms. Rasha Alkabbanie

Future Plans

As a continuation of this initiative, the Social Affairs and Guidance Unit plans to organize additional workshops and activities related to the Student Support process within academic departments. Future sessions will also focus on the role of academic advisors in responding effectively to students’ petitions and academic inquiries, further strengthening student-centered services at TIU.

Acknowledgment

Sincere thanks are extended to Dean of Students members for their dedicated efforts in organizing and coordinating this training course, as well as to all participants for their active engagement and valuable contributions.

Keywords: Academic Advising, Student Success, ISO 21001, Bologna Process, ESG 2015, Quality Assurance, Dean of Students, Social Affairs and Guidance Unit, Student Support, Training Course, Higher Education, TIU, Academic Advisors, Research Assistants