In 1999, SIMAD was established as an institute of higher learning to foster academic excellence. After 11 years of consistent success and achievements, the Board of Trustees upgraded the institute into a full-fledged university on January 20, 2011.
In 1999, SIMAD was established as an institute of higher learning to foster academic excellence. After 11 years of consistent success and achievements, the Board of Trustees upgraded the institute into a full-fledged university on January 20, 2011.
In its quest to improve the quality of higher education in Somalia, SIMAD
UNIVERSITY offers a diverse range of undergraduate courses of international
standards in various disciplines. These include economics, statistics, business,
accountancy, computer science, technology, education, law, public administration, and allied health sciences.
We constantly strive to create a friendly learning environment with plenty of facilities including technologically equipped classrooms, high-tech computer laboratories with internet facilities and well-stocked library. The culture and experience of SIMAD UNIVERSITY have played an important role in the professional and personal development of our students.
“The fountain of knowledge and wisdom”
Strategic Goals
The university strives to achieve the following strategic goals:
Philosophy and Values
Our philosophy is based on the moral teachings and values of the Islamic civilization which is intended to produce committed citizens who give backto their community. SIMAD University believes in fostering lifelong learning with the pursuit of knowledge and skills in an atmosphere of support, guidance, free inquiry and expression. The university is also dedicated to the promotion of peaceful co-existence between people who profess different ideologies, values and cultures. SIMAD is committed to the following core values:
Vision
To become a leading center of academic and professional excellence and virtues
Mission
To provide high quality education, research and community services with the commitment of excellence, integrity, and professionalism. The university produces competent scholars and leaders of high quality and moral uprightness. The mission of SU is abbreviated as (EIP):