Dr. Hamzah Mustafa Massad is a seasoned expert in Industrial Engineering and Business Administration (PhD), with nearly two decades of diverse experience in quality management, higher education, and maritime training. He currently serves as the Assistant President for Training, Administrative, and Financial Affairs at the Jordan Academy for Maritime Studies (JAMS). His long-standing affiliation with JAMS has seen him progress through various strategic roles, including Research and Training Manager, Quality and Training Engineer, and Quality Assurance Director.

In parallel, Dr. Massad has played key roles in national education reform through his work with the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission for Higher Education Institutions (AQACHEI). He is also a Senior Lead Assessor and Trainer with Lloyd’s Register, contributing to the enhancement of industry-wide quality standards.

Significant Achievements

• Instrumental in shaping quality assurance policies for higher education institutions in Jordan.

• Recognized lead auditor certified by the International Register of Certified Auditors (IRCA).

• Developed and implemented numerous strategic training programs in areas like risk management, ISO standards, and maritime safety.

• Contributed to the creation of the “Guide for Measuring Quality Assurance Criteria for Higher Education Institutions”, a foundational reference for academic quality in the region.

• Active trainer and thought leader at prestigious organizations including Lloyd’s Register, JAMS, and international maritime conferences.

Notable Contributions

• Presented scholarly papers at various Arab and international conferences, including the Second Arab Excellence Conference (Qatar, 2024) and Saudi Maritime Congress.

• Research contributions span topics such as quality assurance in education, training and qualification in maritime transport, and organizational excellence frameworks.

• Served as a reviewer for international academic research, including maritime policy issues in the Red Sea region.

• Actively involved in more than 15 professional societies, including the American Society for Quality, Project Management Institute, and Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology.

Eligibility for Remarkable Scientist Award

Dr. Hamzah Massad’s prolific career, combined with his transformational impact in quality assurance and maritime education, clearly establishes his eligibility for the Remarkable Scientist Award in Scientific Laurels. His consistent leadership in capacity building, academic excellence, and scientific advancement across national and international platforms exemplifies the award's standards of scientific achievement, innovation, and professional service.