PhD Dissertation Defense on Role of Scientific Research in Reliability of Management Studies

The Deanship of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research at the main center of the Islamic University of Minnesota held a PhD dissertation defense for researcher Mohammed Abdulrazzaq Badawi Al-Khudari, from the Department of Business Administration at the College of Economics and Business Administration. His dissertation was entitled: “The Role of Scientific Research in the Reliability of Mixed-Methods and Qualitative Studies in Management in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: An Analytical Study of Master’s and Doctoral Dissertations from 2010 to 2022.” The defense was held as part of the university’s efforts to support high-quality research, advance academic studies, and enhance the quality of scholarly output.

The defense was held on the evening of Thursday, July 16, 2026, via the Zoom platform, in the presence of the examination committee and a number of faculty members, researchers, and academic attendees. The dissertation examined the role of scientific research in enhancing the reliability of mixed-methods and qualitative studies in the field of management by analyzing a sample of master’s and doctoral dissertations completed at Saudi universities. It also identified key methodological practices that influence the quality and reliability of research outcomes.

The examination committee consisted of Dr. Manal Mohammed Mahmoud, Head of the Department of Business Administration, who served as Chair; Dr. Mohammed Khaled Abulqasem, dissertation supervisor; Dr. Marwan Al-Abbas, internal examiner; and Dr. Siham Khater, external examiner.

The defense featured an in-depth academic discussion addressing various aspects of the study, including its methodology and findings. The committee members provided a number of academic comments and recommendations aimed at enriching the dissertation and strengthening its scientific and methodological value.

The defense reflects the continued research activity taking place within the graduate programs at the Islamic University of Minnesota and demonstrates the university’s commitment to encouraging applied studies that address contemporary issues across various fields. It also highlights the university’s efforts to advance research practices, enhance the quality of academic studies, and prepare qualified researchers capable of contributing effectively to their respective fields in accordance with high academic standards.