The M.A. Program in Intellectual Property is a new one in the university and in Palestine in general. In my opinion, this program is a qualitative leap for the university. This program is expected to turn out qualified cadres in all fields of intellectual property. It will place Palestine on the map of countries which give interest to intellectual property and also allow Palestine to keep abreast of developments in intellectual property in other countries. This program will increase awareness of the importance and impact of intellectual property on daily life and increase understanding of how to protect it and enhance its role in increasing creativity and innovation. Besides, this program will encourage respect of intellectual property rights and celebration of creativity and contributions made by innovators and creative people to develop their societies. Pertaining to the program courses, I can say they are varied, integrated and informative and cover all areas of intellectual property rights.

The idea of the Intellectual Property major comes in full harmony with the vision and education policy of An-Najah: serving as a leading institution of higher learning and a creative force in the life of Palestine and its people, advancement of knowledge and excellence in teaching and involvement in the community. The program came in response to dramatically evolving needs of the Palestine people and job market in particular: presence of experts in intellectual property who are capable of protecting the rights of innovators and inventors, public safety by subjecting commercial products to legal control to make sure they have high quality for consumers. This is in addition to protection of traders' rights. This program also came in line with the market's need for legal protection taking into consideration the close link between progress of society and protection of intellectual property rights.

The Introduction of the M.A. Program in Intellectual Property by An-Najah National University Palestine and the Arab World comes in the framework of responding to the new developments and great interest globally in intellectual property issues. The field of intellectual property has an impact on all aspects of social life, economy and technology. The program is a strong evidence of An-Najah National University’s determination and serious efforts to make a big difference in the life of people in Palestine.