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School of Business

Widely recognized by students and employers for producing job ready graduates

Dean’s Message

The School of Business at AUD is widely recognized by students and employers for producing “job ready” graduates with the broad range of skills and professional knowledge needed in a competitive business environment.

Providing students with a forward-thinking, career-oriented business education, we foster critical thinking, ethical awareness and cultural sensitivity in future global business leaders.

The School of Business offers four programs:

Students can also pursue an IAA Certificate in Marketing Communications and a Certificate in Management Accounting

Our faculty members are highly qualified professionals, in regular contact with the business community through research, consultancy, and professional associations. Their knowledge and experience translate into a demanding yet intellectually rewarding environment for students.

In all undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, the curriculum is rich in content with an emphasis on equipping students with the applied skills and professional ethics necessary for success in the global marketplace.

Assaad Farah, PhD
Dean of the School of Business and Associate Professor of Management
Assaad Farah, PhD
Biography

International Accreditation

AACSB accreditation is the benchmark of quality for business education worldwide. Only the best business schools in the world earn AACSB accreditation.

Learn more about why AACSB accreditation matters to you.

Programs

Departments

Faculty and Staff

Dean of the School of Business and Associate Professor of Management
Assaad Farah
Biography
Chair of the Department of Decision Sciences and General Business, Associate Professor of Management Information Systems, and Director of the Center for Executive Programs and Professional Services (CEPPS)
Hassan Zeineddine
Biography
Assistant Professor of Management and Director of Middle East Cities Center (MECC)
Mahmoud Hesham Mahmoud Elburai
Biography
Chair of the Department of Finance, Economics, and Accounting, Assistant Professor of Finance, and EMBA Program Director
Wissam El Khoury
Biography
Chair of the Department of Management and Marketing, Assistant Professor of Marketing, and Accreditation Lead
Farah Arkadan
Biography
Associate Professor of Business Administration
Akram Al Matarneh
Biography
Associate Professor of Marketing
Charbel El Khoury
Biography
Professor of Management
Evangelos Dedousis
Biography
Assistant Professor of Finance
Haytham Aoun
Biography
Operations Coordinator for Executive Programs
Jamil Jabbour
Biography
Assistant Professor of Management
Lama Blaique
Biography
Assistant Professor of Management Sciences
Lena Kurban
Biography
Administrative Assistant - School of Business
Lylyn Ungui
Biography
Executive Assistant - School of Business
Mahsa Rafati
Biography
Assistant Professor of Accounting
Maysam Ayoub
Biography
Associate Professor of Marketing
Mohammad S. Obeidat
Biography
Associate Professor of Accounting
Nadia Sbei Trabelsi
Biography
Assistant Professor of Marketing
Pakinam Nazmy
Biography
Assistant Professor of Management
Reimara Valk
Biography
Assistant Professor of Finance
Rima Assaf
Biography
Associate Professor of Decision Sciences
Subramaniam Ponnaiyan
Biography
Associate Professor of Management
Tatiana Zalan
Biography
Associate Professor of Business Administration
Thomas Corbin
Biography
Associate Professor of Economics
Zafer Akin
Biography

FACILITIES

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Rim Ghalayini
Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Finance <br> Class of 2018 <br> Senior Consultant, Knight Frank MENA

"Having always dreamt of being a member of AUD's student and alumni body, AUD became a place I called home starting in 2015. It is a place where I was able to learn and develop my skills from professors and experts within the university premises. At AUD, I was able to learn and grow, participate in extracurricular activities on local and international levels, and build lifelong relationships. At AUD, I was able to learn and implement theoretical concepts in real and practical situations, providing me with the best knowledge-base and experience any student wishes for. Thank you , AUD, for helping me achieve my dreams!"

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Mohanad Alwadiya
Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Advertising/Marketing <br> Class of 2001 <br> CEO, Harbor Real Estate

“Reflecting on my time at AUD, which culminated in my graduation in 1999, I am filled with gratitude for the transformative experience it provided. The quality American education I received at AUD laid the foundation for my success. The opportunities for internships and work placements in multinational organizations, even before graduation, were instrumental in setting me on the right path. These experiences not only enriched my academic knowledge but also honed my practical skills, giving me a head start in my career. Today, as the CEO of my own real estate company managing portfolios worth billions of dirhams, a published best-selling author, and the star of an award-winning reality real estate TV show, I attribute a significant part of my success to the values and skills instilled in me during my time at AUD which continued to be a source of inspiration during my pursuit of master's and doctorate degrees. The bond with AUD is not just a fleeting connection but a lasting one that has shaped my identity and fueled my ongoing commitment to excellence.”

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Hind Tahlak
Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Finance <br> Class of 2022 <br> Manager (Wealth Management), Emirates NBD

"AUD has profoundly shaped me; I encountered a transformative journey, evolving from an uncertain teenager to a focused individual with well-defined career and academic aspirations. AUD has been crucial in guiding me towards becoming a motivated professional, offering exceptional exposure during my time there and beyond."

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Hanan Al Sammak
Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Marketing <br> Class of 2013 <br> Self-Development Expert & Certified Life Coach ICF, Published Author, CEO & Founder of HAC

"Honestly, I had the best years of my life. AUD shaped my personality and empowered me to express my truth. Being around hundreds of different nationalities made me appreciate all cultures and be able to expand my horizon. I'll never forget how supportive the professors were and how excited the projects were. AUD was like a home to me."

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Shannon Soans
Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Management <br> Class of 2018 <br> Account Executive, Katch International

"I joined AUD in 2014 and it was the best decision I took by studying here. It's a place where students can grow in terms of critical thinking and decision making which helps you in the real world! You end up making the best of friends and some of the best memories!"

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