Arwa Asiri
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Expert in quality assurance and accreditation with a strong background in teaching and supervision. Secured significant research funding and developed impactful programs that enhance educational standards. Proven ability to foster collaboration and drive successful outcomes through effective teamwork and capacity building. Committed to promoting innovation within academic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2029
2029
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Member, Permanent Committee for Graduate Programs
King abdulaziz univeristy
Jeddah
08.2025 - Current
- Conducting academic reviews of newly proposed and revised graduate programs in humanities, administrative, and educational disciplines.
- Ensuring compliance with national graduate studies regulations, academic standards, and institutional policies.
- Assessing program alignment with approved academic classification systems and qualification frameworks.
Head of Quality Assurance committee
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah
Jeddah
08.2022 - 12.2025
- In my role as the head of the Quality Assurance Committee, I oversee the continuous evaluation and improvement of the department’s programs, ensuring compliance with NCAAA standards. This includes coordinating quality reviews, analyzing performance data, and implementing initiatives to maintain academic excellence and accreditation.
Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah
Jeddah
10.2021 - 12.2025
- As an Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems (MIS) at King Abdulaziz University, I balance key roles: educator, program developer, and quality assurance head. In my teaching capacity, I design and deliver courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Additionally, I contribute to the development of new courses and academic programs.
Teaching Assistant in operation and information management department
Aston University, Birmingham
Birmingham
10.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided key academic support to students across various courses. I engaged in one-on-one tutoring with Computer Science students, offering valuable business insights to enhance their project outcomes. In addition, I taught master's students an Employability Skills course, helping them develop essential career-readiness skills. Furthermore, I supported students in a Business Simulation Course, facilitating their understanding of complex theoretical and practical business concepts.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Management
Aston University
Birmingham, UK 10.2017 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Information Systems and Business Analysis ISBA
Aston University
Birmingham, UKBachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
King Abdulaziz University
Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaFellowship - Professional development for univeristy educators
King Abdulaziz Univeristy
Jeddah 08/2024 - 06.2025
Skills
- Quality assurance & Accreditation
- Teaching and Supervision
- Leadership
- Research and Funding
- Program development
- Teamwork and capacity building
Certification
- Academic Quality Practitioner (Certified) Education & Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC) – Saudi Arabia
- PGCert Postgraduate Certificate in teaching and learning. | Aston University, Birmingham, UK
- BCS Foundation Certificate in Artificial Intelligence | BCS, The Charter Institute of IT
Publications
- Asiri, A.M.; Al-Somali, S.A.; Maghrabi, R.O. The Integration of Sustainable Technology and Big Data Analytics in Saudi Arabian SMEs: A Path to Improved Business Performance. Sustainability 2024, 16, 3209. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16083209
- Al-Somali, S.A.; Saqr, R.R.; Asiri, A.M.; Al-Somali, N.A. Organizational Cybersecurity Systems and Sustainable Business Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi Arabia: The Mediating and Moderating Role of Cybersecurity Resilience and Organizational Culture. Sustainability 2024, 16, 1880. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16051880
Fund
- Cultural Research Grant, Ministry of Culture, Saudi Arabia (2025).Awarded for the research project: “Sustainable Technology Adoption for Circular Creative Supply Chains: A Framework for Saudi Fashion SMEs under Vision 2030.”
- Research Publication Funding Grant, Deanship of Scientific Research, King Abdulaziz University. Grant no (IFIP: 1445-245-1443)
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Advanced
Timeline
Member, Permanent Committee for Graduate Programs
King abdulaziz univeristy
08.2025 - Current
Head of Quality Assurance committee
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah
08.2022 - 12.2025
Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah
10.2021 - 12.2025
Teaching Assistant in operation and information management department
Aston University, Birmingham
10.2017 - 03.2019
Doctor of Philosophy - Management
Aston University
10.2017 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Information Systems and Business Analysis ISBA
Aston University
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
King Abdulaziz University
Fellowship - Professional development for univeristy educators
King Abdulaziz Univeristy
08/2024 - 06.2025