Discussion of a Master’s Thesis in the Business Administration Program on Artificial Intelligence and Training Needs Assessment

Al-Isra University Holds Master's Thesis Defense on AI-Powered Training Needs Assessment Gaza - Al-Zahra: The Graduate Studies Deanery at Al-Isra University hosted the defense of a Master's thesis in Business Administration titled "A Proposed Model for Implementing an AI-Based Program to Identify Training Needs in Palestinian Private Universities" presented by researcher Sahar Hazem Al-Abadla. The event took place at Dr. Ibrahim Al-Hussaina Hall on the university's main campus. Thesis Committee: Chair/Supervisor: Dr. Ahmed Izzat Al-Salibi Co-Supervisor: Dr. Badr Shehadeh Hamdan Internal Examiner: Dr. Hoda Ahmed Labbad External Examiner: Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Ra'i Key Findings: Current training needs assessment methods at Al-Isra University (Gaza) were found to be conventional with notable limitations The AI-based solution (ChatGPT-4) demonstrated high efficiency and effectiveness in identifying staff training requirements The study focused specifically on private universities in southern Palestinian governorates The defense was attended by academic leaders, university officials, faculty members, students, and the candidate's family and friends. Significance: This research contributes to the growing field of AI applications in human resource development within higher education institutions, proposing innovative solutions to overcome traditional assessment shortcomings.