Middle East and North Africa Conference

The American University in Dubai (AUD) is a private, internationally accredited institution offering American-style education. Accredited by SACSCOC and AACSB, AUD emphasizes academic excellence, practical skills, and global perspectives. Located in Dubai, AUD provides diverse programs and modern facilities, fostering intellectual growth and preparing students for professional success.

Established in 2006, American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a private institution of higher education offering nationally and internationally accredited bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. Believing an investment in education meant a profound investment in individuals and their future success, AUE embarked upon an ambitious goal of establishing a quality institution based on the American model in the UAE. Today, AUE draws students from over 60 countries to its seven colleges: Business Administration, Media and Mass Communication, Law, Design, Computer Information Technology, Security and Global Studies, and Education. From its initial class of 40 students, AUE has grown to approximately 2200 students, following the AUE slogan of “Nothing is Impossible.” AUE holds institutional international accreditation by SACSCOC, AACSB, ABET and has received curriculum equivalency from NASAD.

Established in 2004, Applied Science University (ASU) in Bahrain has quickly become a leading institution renowned for its high-quality, industry-aligned educational programs. ASU ranks among the top 25 in the QS Arab Region University Rankings and 539 in the QS World University Rankings. The College of Administrative Sciences (CAS) stands at the forefront, offering robust programs in Accounting and Finance, Business Administration, and Management Information Systems and a prestigious dual award in Business Management through its partnership with London South Bank University. CAS is committed to shaping future business leaders by fostering academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact, strongly emphasising industry engagement to prepare graduates to excel in the global marketplace.

IÉSEG School of Management is a top 10 French business school. It is a member of the ‘Conférence des Grandes Écoles’ and accredited by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA. IÉSEG’s mission is rooted in the school’s history, which has always highlighted the necessity of giving students in-depth, multi-disciplinary knowledge and practical know-how. At IÉSEG the development of creative and innovative managers, who are strategic and visionary thinkers, is of fundamental importance. Our graduates can initiate and manage change, while contributing positively and effectively to dynamic organizations.  IÉSEG has a strong international mindset with partnerships in 331 universities in 74 countries and more than 85% permanent professors with international backgrounds from 54 different countries. The School has built solid relationships with over 2500 companies.

Sohar University(SU) opened in September 2001 and is proud of its status as the first private university in the Sultanate of Oman. The campus is located in the heart of Sohar, a central Omani industrial hub close to Sohar Port and Free Zone. Sohar is the second largest city in the Sultanate, with easy access to Muscat and the UAE.

The state-of-the-art campus elevates academic delivery, research and innovation to align with the strategic objectives of the University. The campus boasts a world-class Learning Resources Centre at the heart of the campus and offers many flexible learning spaces and social and recreational facilities for students. SU is also known for its impressive labs providing excellent means for research, knowledge transfer, and student engagement.

The Dubai Business School (DBS) is a leading institution in advancing executive education and lifelong learning, closely aligned with the UAE vision 2030 and the nation’s Education Strategy. As part of the University of Dubai, DBS is committed to shaping the next generation of talent through innovative, industry-relevant programs that empower professionals with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving global economy. DBS’s executive and lifelong learning pathways offer flexible, high-impact learning solutions tailored to the needs of executives, professionals, and lifelong learners.