Who is Prof. Dr Omar Boussada

Prof. Dr. Omar Boussada is a distinguished scholar in the field of Media and Communication Sciences, with a career marked by significant academic and professional accomplishments. He is a Full Professor at Islamic Minnesota University, USA, and holds a PhD in Media and Communication Sciences from Algiers University, earned in 2010. His academic foundation includes a Master's degree and a Bachelor's degree from Algiers University, completed in 2000 and 1998, respectively, and a Higher Diploma in Computer Sciences from the Computer Sciences Institute in 2000.

Currently, Prof. Dr. Omar is an Associate Professor in the Media and Communication Department at the College of Humanities, King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia. He brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his teaching role, benefiting students and colleagues alike.

Prof. Dr. Omar's professional experience is extensive and varied. He has served as a media political analyst for 'Al-Chourouk' Satellite Channel and the first channel of the Algerian National Radio. Additionally, he has been a media trainer for the Arab Women Organization and various media institutions across Arab and Western countries. His tenure as the former Editor-in-chief of the Algerian Television News Department further highlights his significant contributions to the field of media.

Fluent in Arabic, English, and French, Prof. Dr. Omar is adept at engaging with a diverse range of clients and audiences. His administrative roles at King Khalid University include Media Center Consultant and General Administration of Media and Public Relations Consultant. He also leads the research unit 'Media Discourse Analysis' and the research team 'Communication and Mass Culture.'

Prof. Dr. Omar's research contributions are substantial. He has been involved in projects such as 'Communication Technologies and their Impact on Journalistic Practice' and has participated in research funded by the Research and Consulting Institute of King Khalid University. His publications cover a wide range of topics, including 'Saudi Youth’s Uses of New Media' and 'The Impact of Technological Development on the Production and Receipt of TV Economic Information.' He has authored several notable books, including 'Public Relations: Theoretical and Applied Foundations' and 'Satellite Television Broadcasting: Receiving Mechanisms and Viewing Effects.'

His scholarly work has been recognized with awards such as the Golden Pen from the Free Press Association in Algeria. Prof. Dr. Omar is an active participant in global academic discourse, having contributed to conferences in Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, and other countries.

Beyond his academic roles, Prof. Dr. Omar is engaged in various activities, including educational and social consultancy, historical library archiving, and media advisory. He is committed to supervising and discussing numerous bachelor's, master's, and doctoral theses, playing a pivotal role in shaping future scholars.

Prof. Dr. Omar excels in using modern technology for teaching and has delivered numerous training courses, awareness campaigns, and scientific and literary lectures. His commitment to knowledge, excellence, and societal betterment underscores his impactful career in academia.