Master's Thesis Defense on Role of Worship in Developing Educational Management Practices

The Deanship of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research at the main center of the Islamic University of Minnesota held a master’s thesis defense for researcher Bhagia Banjun, from the Department of Educational Administration at the College of Educational Sciences. The thesis was entitled: “The Role of the Concept of Worship in Improving Educational Management Practices: An Analytical Study of the Works of Professor Dr. Majed Arsan Al-Kilani as a Model." The defense was attended by members of the examination committee, along with a number of faculty members, researchers, and academic professionals.

The thesis examined the role of the concept of worship from an Islamic perspective in developing educational and administrative practices. It analyzed a selection of the works of Professor Dr. Majed Arsan Al-Kilani, with the aim of identifying the key intellectual and educational foundations he presented in this field and exploring their potential application in developing administrative models based on Islamic values. Such models can contribute to improving performance and advancing administrative practices in educational institutions.

The examination committee consisted of Associate Professor Dr. Heba Tawfiq Abu Ayada, Head of the Department of Educational Administration, who served as Chair; Dr. Aya Daifallah Al-Momani, thesis supervisor; Dr. Mohammed Al-Zoubi, internal examiner; and Dr. Lamia Al-Khalayleh, external examiner.

The defense featured an academic discussion addressing the study’s methodology, theoretical framework, and findings, as well as its main research themes. The committee members provided a number of academic comments and recommendations that contributed to enriching the thesis and strengthening its academic and methodological value.

The defense forms part of the Islamic University of Minnesota’s ongoing efforts to support graduate programs and encourage original academic research that combines Islamic scholarly foundations with contemporary educational applications. These efforts contribute to enriching educational and administrative thought through rigorous academic studies and to preparing qualified researchers equipped with the academic and methodological competencies needed to contribute to the development of their communities and educational institutions.