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Book an Appointment School of Business Dean's Message Department of Finance, Economics, and Accounting Department of Management and Marketing Department of Decision Sciences and General Business Programs Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Artificial Intelligence in Business MMU International Progression Path Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Master of Science in Innovation Management Micro-Master in Entrepreneurship and Innovation AUD / CIMA Agreement IAA Certificate in Marketing Communications Facilities AUD - IBM Center of Excellence for Smarter Logistics EMBA Building Newsletters News 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 three programs: Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) – Majors in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, and Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communications. Students can also pursue an IAA Certificate in Marketing Communications and a Certificate in Management Accounting Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) – Concentrations in Finance, Management and Marketing Master of Science in Innovation Management 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. Provost and Chief Academic Officer 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 Undergraduate Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Undergraduate MMU International Progression Path Graduate Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Graduate Master of Science in Innovation Management Graduate AUD AMAZON Micro-Master in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Departments Department of Finance, Economics, and Accounting Department of Management and Marketing Department of Decision Sciences and General Business Faculty and Staff Associate Dean of the School of Business and Assistant Professor of Finance Wissam El Khoury Biography Director of the Center for Executive Programs and Professional Services (CEPPS) and Assistant Professor of Finance Rima Assaf Biography Interim Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (Certified Incubator) and Assistant Professor of Business Administration Maya Nabih Abou Zahr Biography Chair of the Department of Management and Marketing, Associate Professor of Marketing, and Accreditation Lead Farah Arkadan Biography Chair of the Department of Economics, Finance, and Accounting and Associate Professor of Accounting Nadia Sbei Trabelsi Biography Chair of the Department of Decision Sciences and General Business and Assistant Professor of Management Sciences Lena Kurban Biography Assistant Professor of Decision Sciences Afaf Tabach 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 Economics Joseph Bitar Biography Assistant Professor of Management Lama Blaique Biography Administrative Assistant - School of Business Lylyn Ungui Biography Assistant Professor of Management Mahmoud Hesham Mahmoud Elburai Biography Executive Assistant - School of Business Mahsa Rafati Biography Assistant Professor of Economics Maria Haynes Biography Assistant Professor of Accounting Maysam Ayoub Biography Associate Professor of Marketing Mohammad S. Obeidat Biography Assistant Professor of Marketing Pakinam Nazmy Biography Associate Professor of Management Reimara Valk Biography Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence Samar Ibrahim Biography Associate Professor of Decision Sciences Subramaniam Ponnaiyan Biography Professor of Management Tatiana Zalan Biography Visiting Associate Professor of Space Economics Armen V. Papazian Biography Assistant Professor of General Business Gesualda Iodice Biography FACILITIES AUD - IBM Center of Excellence for Smarter Logistics EMBA Building Class of 2018 Rim Ghalayini Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Finance Class of 2018 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!" Class of 2001 Mohanad Alwadiya Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Advertising/Marketing Class of 2001 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.” Class of 2022 Hind Tahlak Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Finance Class of 2022 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." Class of 2013 Hanan Al Sammak Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Marketing Class of 2013 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." Class of 2018 Shannon Soans Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Management Class of 2018 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!"