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Join the elite with a 

PhD in Business Administration

(Concentration in Finance)

at American University of Sharjah

Become a global business leader.

As the UAE works towards its Vision 2031, AUS' PhD in Business Administration (PhD-BA) will equip talented business professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to help achieve the country's ambitious goals.

 AUS has partnered with University of South Carolina’s (UofSC) Darla Moore School of Business to provide
PhD-BA students of both universities the opportunity to spend the second year of their PhD program abroad, allowing them to benefit from the experience of international study and the opportunity to earn degrees from two well-respected institutions.

Because tomorrow matters.

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Where can you go with a PhD-BA from AUS?

The program has been designed for business professionals looking to advance to the highest levels of the corporate world, as well as those looking to become distinguished faculty members. Students of the program will be at the forefront of creating and disseminating information and able to create strategies, propose structures and develop operations for corporate organizations and government agencies.

The program has been designed with special focus on the business needs and challenges of the UAE and neighboring countries. Those undertaking the program will be given unique opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research, preparing them to advance their careers in the public or private sectors, as well as academia.        

 

Ready to learn more? Tell us about yourself.
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Take it from the experts.

The AUS PhD in Business Administration is part of the university's School of Business Administration (SBA). The school has generated a reputation as one of the most prestigious business schools in the region. Here are some reasons why:
QS world rankings

#1 in the UAE for Accounting and Finance

AUS is number one in the UAE and among the top 200 universities globally for accounting and finance, according to QS World University Subject Rankings (2023).
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#1 Choice for Employers in the UAE

Graduates who have studied business and management and accounting and finance at AUS are the top choice for employers in the UAE, according to QS World University Subject Rankings (2022).
THE World rankings

Top 5 in the World for Diversity

Among the top five universities with the highest % of international students (2023).
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First in the GCC to be Rated for Sustainability

Earned a Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System silver award for sustainability in higher education from AASHE.

Discover the SBA experience

Take advantage of flexible study options

AUS understands that many of its graduate students have competing demands on their time, with busy careers and personal responsibilities. Flexible learning options are therefore available, including part-time study arrangements and evening and weekend classes.

Benefit from outstanding facilities

SBA is home to the region's first Interactive Trading Floor, which mimics the real-life trading floors of London, New York or Dubai. The real-world learning opportunities provided by SBA have seen it granted Experiential Learning Partner Status by Bloomberg. AUS is the first university in the region to receive this accolade.

Learn about assistantship opportunities

We offer assistantships and work-study opportunities for graduate students to help them finance their education. Graduate students, regardless of race, gender, religion or national origin, are encouraged to apply for these opportunities. Click here to learn more.

Choosing to pursue my PhD in Finance at AUS was one of the best decisions I have made. The Department of Finance offers a comprehensive curriculum that provides a strong foundation in both theoretical and empirical finance. The faculty members are not only leading experts in their respective fields but also approachable mentors who genuinely care about their students' success. The department's emphasis on research excellence has equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in academia and beyond. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have been one of the pioneering students in this esteemed program.

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AHMED TARABISHI
PhD in Business Administration-Concentration in Finance student

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