Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adnan Yehia Al-Mutawakkil
أ.م.د. عدنان يحيى المتوكل
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Faculty of Engineering University of Science and Technology (UST) Sana’a – Republic of Yemen E-mail: dr.adnan@ust.edu.ye | adnan@su.edu.ye Personal E-mail: adnanyehia@yahoo.com & mutawkkil@gmail.com Phone: +967-777274498 | Address: P.O. Box 559, Sana’a, Yemen Personal Details: Born: 1973 | Nationality: Yemeni | Gender: Male | Marital Status: Married |
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Award-winning Associate Professor and academic leader with 25+ years of expertise in Information Technology, ICT Policy, Higher Education Administration, and Technology Management. Proven track record in leading faculty-level institutions, curriculum development, and international academic collaboration. Multilingual scholar with PhD from Seoul National University and extensive publications in peer-reviewed international journals. Specialized expertise in ICT diffusion, economic development policy, quality assurance in higher education, and technology infrastructure assessment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Leadership & Administration: Faculty Management | Institutional Leadership | Quality Assurance | Curriculum Development | Strategic Planning | Academic Program Evaluation | Higher Education Policy
• Information Technology & Systems: Network Design & Administration (Novell, Windows 2000, Cisco) | Database Management (SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Developer) | Programming Languages (C, Java, JavaScript, Visual Basic, Perl) | Web Development (HTML, FrontPage, Dreamweaver) | System Analysis & Design | IT Infrastructure | E-Business Systems
• Research & Policy: ICT Policy Development | Techno-Economic Analysis | Technology Convergence | ICT for Development (ICT4D) | MENA Region Studies | Infrastructure Indices Development | Policy Evaluation | Research Methodology
• Education & Training: Course Design | Curriculum Development | Academic Program Assessment | Faculty Development | Institutional Accreditation | CPD Program Development | Distance Education
• Languages: Arabic (Native) | English (Advanced)
EDUCATION & ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Engineering – International Information Technology Policy Seoul National University (SNU), Department of Engineering, Seoul, Republic of Korea • Program: International IT Policy (ITPP) within Techno-Economic Policy Program (TEPP). Grade: 95% (Excellent). Ranked #1 engineering program in Korea. • Dissertation: “ICT and its role in the economic development of the Middle East and North Africa region” • Focus: Technology convergence, ICT diffusion models, technology-economics nexus, MENA region development. |
2004 – 2007 Seoul, South Korea |
| Master of Arts (M.A.) in Extension Education (Minor: Business Computer Systems) New Mexico State University (NMSU), USA • GPA: 4.0 (Excellent). • Programming: C, Java, JavaScript, Visual Basic, Perl. Databases: SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Developer. • Networks: Design, Administration (Novell, Windows 2000, Cisco), Data Communications. Web: HTML, FrontPage, Dreamweaver, 3D Studio. • Education & Communication: 18 credits in education core, persuasion theory and communication strategies. |
1999 – 2001 USA |
| Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Sana’a University, Faculty of Engineering, Yemen • Grade: 83.94% (Very Good). |
1992 – 1997 Sana’a, Yemen |
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
| Current & Recent Leadership Positions: | |
| Dean, Faculty of Engineering University of Science and Technology, Sana’a, Yemen • Lead multidisciplinary faculty with undergraduate and postgraduate engineering and IT programs. • Oversee curriculum development aligned with international standards. • Implement quality assurance frameworks and institutional accreditation requirements. • Manage faculty recruitment, professional development, and academic performance. • Direct strategic partnerships with national and international institutions. |
02/2025 – present Sana’a, Yemen |
| Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Knowledge and Modern Science University, Sana’a, Yemen • Led multidisciplinary faculty, oversaw curriculum development aligned with international standards, implemented QA frameworks, managed recruitment and strategic partnerships. |
10/2020 – 01/2025 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Rector (President) Alnokhba University for Science and Technology, Sana’a, Yemen • Served as chief executive officer for private university institution, supervised institutional operations, academic affairs, administrative functions, and accreditation panels. |
10/2019 – 09/2020 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Alnokhba University for Science and Technology, Sana’a, Yemen • Directed faculty academic and administrative operations, oversaw curriculum implementation and quality standards. |
11/2018 – 09/2020 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Dean, Faculty of Computer and Information Technology Sana’a University, Sana’a, Yemen • Managed faculty with 200+ staff and 2000+ students. Chaired Quality Assurance Committee, directed accreditation preparation, led curriculum revision and international partnerships. |
10/2016 – 09/2018 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs Faculty of Computer and Information Technology, Sana’a University • Supported academic leadership in policy implementation, faculty coordination, accreditation, and QA initiatives. |
03/2016 – 10/2016 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Head, Information Technology Department Faculty of Computer and Information Technology, Sana’a University • Directed IT department operations, curriculum delivery, and served as a member of the Quality Assurance Committee. |
07/2014 – 03/2016 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Head, Control Department (Student Affairs) Sana’a University • Managed student services, discipline, and welfare initiatives. |
06/2013 – 06/2014 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Academic & Teaching Positions: |
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| Faculty Member, Department of Information Technology Faculty of Computer and Information Technology, Sana’a University • Teach undergraduate/postgraduate courses: System Analysis and Design, E-Business, Advanced IT. Supervise thesis projects, contribute to curriculum development. |
10/2012 – present Sana’a, Yemen |
| Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs Sana’a Community College • Coordinated academic programs, faculty development, QA procedures, and supported accreditation. |
05/2008 – 12/2011 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Vice-Dean for Higher Professional Education Sana’a Community College • Directed professional and vocational education programs, coordinated certification and training curricula. |
11/2007 – 04/2008 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Head, Engineering Technology Division Sana’a Community College • Managed engineering and technology program delivery. |
08/2007 – 12/2007 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Instructor & Head, Engineering and Technology Division Sana’a Community College • Taught engineering and IT courses, directed divisional operations. |
2001 – 02/2004 Sana’a, Yemen |
| Part-Time Lecturer (Concurrent Positions) University of Science and Technology, Lebanon International University (Yemen), International College, Arab Academy for Finance and Banking Science • Courses: Project Management, Knowledge Management, IT Management, Business Telecommunications, Microprocessor Architecture, Computer Networking, Systems Administration. |
02/2007 – present Yemen |
| Teaching Assistant New Mexico State University, USA • Communication class for computer hardware students as part of Master’s internship (30% teaching load). Laboratory instruction and technical support. |
1999 – 2001 USA |
| Professional & Consulting Positions: |
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| Consultant, Academic Program & System Evaluation Supreme Committee for Election & Referendum (SCER), Yemen (2013) & Social Fund for Development, Yemen • Evaluated election systems and tech implementations. Developed bidding documentation for Graphic/Multimedia curricula, community college standards, and vendor tech evaluations. |
2013 & present Yemen |
| Consultant, Curriculum Development Social Fund for Development (الصندوق الاجتماعي للتنمية), Yemen
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| Training Manager & Instructor ExecuTrain Computer Training Centre (ITEC Company) • Managed training operations, delivered Microsoft Certified courses (MCSE/MCT), coordinated with industry partners. |
2001 – 2003 Yemen |
| Computer Engineer JK for Trading (Tulip Computers) • Supported technical infrastructure, computer systems, and provided on-site IT support/network maintenance. |
1997 – 2001 Sana’a, Yemen |
INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOPS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
| 10/2017 – 11/2017 Sana’a, Yemen |
Training Program “Training of Academic Programs Evaluators”, Council of Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance (CAQA), Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in cooperation with Nuffic and Mott MacDonald. (Earned certification as academic program evaluator) |
| 04/2017 Sana’a, Yemen |
Fifth Scientific Conference of Higher Education in Yemen “Scientific Research and Development Needs in Yemen”, Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Faculty of Engineering – Sana’a University |
| 2004 – 2007 Seoul, South Korea |
Multiple International Seminars and Workshops, Seoul National University. Attended at least two domestic seminars/workshops each academic year during Ph.D. studies (ICT policy, technology economics, MENA development, technology management) |
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS
• Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) – Microsoft Corporation
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) – Microsoft Corporation
• International Certified Professional (ICP) – ExecuTrain–Dubai
• Academic Program Evaluator – Council of Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance, Yemen (2017)
TECHNICAL SKILLS & SYSTEMS EXPERTISE
• Programming Languages & Development: C, Java, JavaScript, Visual Basic, Perl | HTML, CSS | 3D Studio (basic animation)
• Database Systems: SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Developer | Oracle Database Architecture | Database design and administration
• Networking & Infrastructure: Network design, build, and administration | Novell Networking (Novell 5) | Windows 2000 (Advanced Server, Server, Professional editions) | Windows Server administration | Cisco networking (CISCO network design and configuration) | Data Communications and Network protocols | TCP/IP, network security basics
• Web Technologies: Web page design | Web server configuration | E-commerce systems
• Operating Systems: Windows (multiple versions) | Linux basics | Server administration
• Enterprise Systems: E-Business platforms | Project Management tools | Knowledge Management systems | Business Telecommunications systems | System Analysis and Design methodologies
PUBLICATIONS
| 2026: “A Systematic Literature Review of Factors Influencing the Adoption of GRP Systems.” Sana’a University Journal of Applied Sciences and Technology (JAST), 4(1). [Indexed: Google Scholar, ASJP] Johar, H., Al-Mutawkkil, A., Zahary, A., & Othman, S. https://doi.org/10.59628/jast.v4i1.2341 |
| 2024: “Survey of Intrusion Detection Techniques in Cloud Computing.” Sana’a University Journal of Applied Sciences and Technology (JAST), 2(4). [Indexed: Google Scholar, CrossRef] Othman, S., Al-Mutawkkil, A., & Alnashi, A. https://doi.org/10.59628/jast.v2i4.970 |
| 2024: “Micro-Learning (ML): A Comprehensive Survey.” 2024 1st International Conference on Emerging Technologies for Dependable Internet of Things (ICETI). [Indexed: IEEE Xplore, Google Scholar] Al-Bhloly, L. A., Almutawkkil, A. Y., & Zahary, A. T. https://doi.org/10.1109/iceti63946.2024.10777206 |
| 2024: “A Review of Food Supply Chain Tracking Using Blockchain Technology: Enabled Factors and Barriers.” 2024 1st International Conference on Emerging Technologies for Dependable Internet of Things (ICETI 2024), Sana’a, Yemen, 25–26 November 2024, pp. 543–553. [Indexed: IEEE Xplore, Google Scholar] Hashem, B., Al Gaphari, G., & Almutawkkil, A. https://doi.org/10.1109/iceti63946.2024.10777178 |
| 2021: “A Survey in IoT for Healthcare Applications.” In Proceedings of 2021 International Conference (Springer). [Indexed: SpringerLink, Google Scholar] Alismail, S. A., Al-Khulaidi, A. A., Al-mutawkkil, A. Y., & Zayed, M. M. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-1781-2_22 |
| 2020: “A Survey of Solutions and Future Directions for the Challenges of Implementing Erasure Codes in Cloud and Fog Computing.” International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Science (IJARCS), 11(5). [Indexed: Google Scholar, Index Copernicus] Al-Shami, R., & Al-Mutawkkil, A. https://doi.org/10.26483/ijarcs.v11i5.6650 |
| 2019: “E-government Maturity Model: Developing Countries (Yemen).” International Journal of Computer Science and Network (IJCSN), 8(1). [Indexed: Google Scholar] Atef, R., & Al-Mutawkkil, A. |
| 2018: “ICT role in Yemen basic education and awareness of teachers.” International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology (IJISET), 5(6). [Indexed: Google Scholar, ResearchGate] Almutawkkil, A., Ghurab, M., & Saeed, S. |
| 2016: “The Development of Electronic Commerce Services (G2C) by the Government of Yemen: Investigating Barriers and Suggesting Solutions.” International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology (IJISET), 3(10). [Indexed: Google Scholar] Almutawkkil, A., Alsohybe, N., Al-Shaibany, N., & Algabri, M. |
| 2016: “Evaluation of quality assurance implementation in Sana’a University: The Computer Center as a case.” International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology & Security (IJCSITS), 6(3). [Indexed: Google Scholar, ResearchGate, SCOPUS] Alsohybe, N., Al-Raimi, M., & Almutawkkil, A. |
| 2009: “Development of telecommunication and broadcasting infrastructure indices at the global level.” Telecommunications Policy, 33(3–4), 176–199. [Indexed: ScienceDirect, SCOPUS] Almutawkkil, A, Heshmati, A. and Hwang, J. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.telpol.2008.12.008 |
| 2007: “ICT and its role in the economic development of the Middle East and North Africa region.” Ph.D. Dissertation, Seoul National University, South Korea. [Available at: SNU Digital Repository] Almutawkkil, A. |
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS & ACADEMIC WORKSHOPS
International Conferences (Presenter)
- International Workshop on ICT Development – Human Resource and Technology Outlook
Hanoi, Vietnam | February 26–27, 2007 (Presented research on ICT human resource strategies and technology outlook for developing nations) - Asian-Pacific Productivity Conference (APPC) 2006
Seoul, South Korea | August 15–17, 2006 (Lecturer and presenter on technology productivity and economic development) - Asian-Pacific Productivity Conference (APPC) 2004
Seoul, South Korea | 2004 (Attendee and participant in conference sessions)
RESEARCH INTERESTS
• Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Policy
• ICT diffusion and technology adoption in developing regions
• Technology convergence and digital transformation
• Techno-economic policy and analysis
• MENA region development
• Higher education quality assurance
• E-government and digital services
• Technology infrastructure indices
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIPS & SERVICE
• Member, Faculty Evaluation Committees – Multiple Yemeni institutions
• Participant, Academic Accreditation Panels – Yemen Ministry of Education and Higher Education
INSTITUTIONAL AFFILIATIONS & ROLES
Current Affiliations:
• Sana’a University – Faculty Member, Department of Information Systems, Faculty of Computer & IT
• University of Science and Technology – Dean, Faculty of Engineering
Past Affiliations:
• Knowledge and Modern Science University – Dean, Faculty of Engineering & IT
• Alnokhba University for Science and Technology (Rector, Dean)
• Sana’a Community College (Vice-Dean, Department Head)
• Seoul National University (Doctoral Researcher, 2004–2007)
• New Mexico State University (Master’s Student, Teaching Assistant, 1999–2001)
LANGUAGES
• English – Advanced fluency (speaking, reading, writing)
REFERENCES
• Available upon request. References include:
• Seoul National University (PhD advisors and colleagues)
• New Mexico State University (Master’s advisors)
• Sana’a University (institutional colleagues and supervisors)
• Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Yemen
• International academic partners and conference organizers
RESEARCH LINKS
This CV is current as of February 2026. For updates or additional information, please contact via email at adnan@su.edu.ye or dr.adnan@ust.edu.ye