ISYS 110 Computer Software for Business

Computerisation and digitalization are central concepts to modern business world. The main focus of this course is to introduce students to the most popular office productivity application software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business intelligence software. Lectures, hands-on practice, laboratory experience, group assignments, and assignments are among learning activities in the course.

QMET 110 Business Mathematics

Numeracy is an essential skill for the market place. The students are introduced to essential mathematical methods needed to understand, analyse, and solve business problems related to business and economics. Topics related to matrix operations, simple and compound interest, and annuities are used to evaluate various financial decisions, while topics related to business calculus are used to determine marginal revenue and costs. Through problem-solving, group activities and assignments, numerical skills are introduced and emphasised.

ACCT 110 Financial Accounting I

Financial accounting knowledge is essential for preparing and communicating financial information to external users of accounts. This introductory course examines the accounting cycle and introduces the techniques of recording business transactions and preparing basic financial statements. Through group activities, problem solving, and practical assignments, students learn the fundamental concepts of accounting and how financial statements are created.

ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing

Writing persuasively is a fundamental skill required by students throughout their academic and professional career. Students learn to identify and use persuasive language, summarize, paraphrase, and read and write critically. Additionally, they learn to compose and construct well-written pieces of composition that meet the requirements of the university’s curricula. Through group activities, discussion, debate, and analysis of authentic writings, students apply and demonstrate their understanding of language competency. 

GENE 120 Islamic Culture

Islamic Culture is one of the richest cultures in the world and reflects tolerance in diversity. Students realize key beliefs and practices of Islam, the broad spectrum of cultural and social diversity, and gain skills which they apply across different fields. It also discusses social values, ethics and human rights and highlights the contribution of Islamic civilisation to human civilisation in general. It also provides an understanding of Islamic tolerance and connection to all nations based on moderate non-extremist approach. Course teaching methodologies like: Presentations, discussions, audio-video aids, storytelling and group projects are used.

ACCT 120 Financial Accounting II

Various types of business ownership exist. Students are introduced to the main chraracteristics of ownership structures and related accounting procedures. In addition to partnership accounts, they learn how to perform fundamental operations related to equity and debt financing of corporations. This is done through class discussions, solving numerical questions and analysis of business scenarios.

MRKT 120 Principles of Marketing

Marketing offers opportunity for businesses to create purpose driven, sustainable and ethical solutions to consumer needs. Students will explore the marketing environment and its influence on regional and international marketing strategies. They will gain insight into vital concepts like market segmentation, positioning and target marketing strategies. Through case studies and group discussions, students will examine the shifts and contemporary issues in marketing. 

MGMT 120 Principles of Management

A dynamic and evolving business environment have made the managerial assignments challenging. Students are exposed to the main management functions including planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. They also learn about the different management concepts, techniques, and principles necessary for acquiring important managerial skills. It is done through classroom lectures, group projects, case studies, industrial visits, and guest lectures.

COMM 105 Public Speaking

Civility and ethical speech are the foundations of effective public interaction. The course emphasises the practical skill of public speaking, including techniques to lessen speaker’s anxiety, and the use of visual aids to enhance delivery. The course is heavily practice-oriented and has been designed to develop the skills of speech-making through class discussions, group work, presenting papers, and giving seminars. 

ARAB 102 Arabic Language

The Arabic language is a popular and the fifth largest spoken language worldwide. It contributes to understanding culture and people, and increases job opportunities. This course is designed to develop an understanding of Arabic to help students communicate confidently with others, and to equip them with the skills needed in a variety of situations by promoting the four language skills, namely, reading, writing, speaking and listening, by acquiring day to day words of common parlance and expressions in addition to some grammatical rules through a combination of lectures and interactive elements, such as group work, in-class exercises, conversations and audio-video aids.

ACCT 220 Managerial Accounting

Cost and Management accounting is essential for assessing business performance and management decision making. The students garner knowledge of different cost accounting tools, techniques, and methods and their practical applications. In addition, the students develop budgetary control skills and the awareness of recent trends and developments in cost and management accounting. The pedagogy will focus on class discussions, lectures, assignments, case studies illustrating real-life business situations and solving numerical.

QMET 210 Statistics for Business

Quantitative tools and methods are necessary skills required in the contemporary world of business. The current business environment demands managers’ ability to analyze and summarize data and use statistical tools for decision-making and problem solving. Students are acquainted with the topics related to data organization, visualization, hypotheses testing for parametric and nonparametric test. Through group activities, assignments and using Microsoft Excel students are prepared to deliver effective business presentations. 

BUSN 220 Business Law

Every business should work within the legal framework under which it operates. This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the fundamentals of business law. It provides an overall working knowledge of the legal framework within which business organizations must operate. The course particularly focuses on the nature and types of business law, including contract, tort, employment, labour, partnership and agency laws. The students will acquire this knowledge through lectures, class discussions, group activities, quiz and presentations.

FINE 220 Managerial Finance

All business activities center around the concept of value addition to an organization and working knowledge of the fundamentals of finance is required of the managers across the functional areas in an organization. Students are introduced to the founding concepts of the time value of money, returns and associated risks, valuation of securities used by companies to raise funds, and short- and long-term investment decisions. Practical exercises, case studies and discussions are used to help students build a solid conceptual foundation in financial management. 

GENE 210 UAE Studies 

UAE is a unique cohesive society that is inclusive of all, while preserving its culture, heritage and traditions. Students acknowledge the UAE identity, and appreciate the history and achievements of Emirati culture through the social moorings of the community and its values. It covers a variety of important fields related to the UAE history, geography, political economy, social responsibility, women empowerment, and highlights the UAE tolerance, liberal approach and position in the global competitiveness through class discussions, storytelling, documentary films, project-based learning and other teaching methodologies.

ECON 210 Microeconomic Theory

Determinants of demand and supply and their influence on consumer behaviour are essential to understand the dynamics of various forms of markets and prudent business decision making. The students learn about various forms of markets, theories of consumer behaviour, producer’s equilibrium, profit maximisation and pricing of commodities and factors of production. By using case studies and numerical examples, the students gain an insight into making practical business decisions for optimising returns. 

FINE 230 Corporate Finance

Managing the finance portfolio of a corporate implies complex decision making aimed at maximizing shareholders’ wealth. Students get acquainted with investing, financing and pay out decisions as pillars of corporate finance. Through case studies, group activities and numerical assignments students develop an understanding of conceptual and practical aspects of corporate finance. 

BUSN 230 Business Communication

Communication skills are important in the market place. Students are introduced to verbal, nonverbal, written, and oral forms of communication. Further, they get trained in specific techniques for delivering presentations and writing reports. Resume writing and interviews are also emphasized. Teaching methodologies include discussions, multimedia aids, and case studies.

FINE 260 Fundamentals of Financial Technology

Financial Technology (FinTech) has pervaded all spheres of the financial world and transformed the way financial institutions and markets operate. Students learn the fundamentals of the main components of Fintech such as cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and machine learning and their role in the contemporary financial world. Discussions, case studies, and assignments on the use of Fintech are used as pedagogical tools for the delivery of the course.

ECON 310 Macroeconomic Theory

A fair understanding of the fundamental principles governing macroeconomic variables is essential for business practitioners. Students learn to define, measure and critically appraise the fundamental macroeconomic variables like national income, price stability, interest rates, employment of resources, aggregate demand and supply and the overall level of economic activity. Through project-based techniques and group assignments, the students develop an insight into the roles of fiscal and monetary policy in stabilizing an economy within the framework of Classical, Keynesian, and other models of economic growth both in developed and developing economies.

FINE 310 Financial statement Analysis

Managers’ ability to make strategic financial decisions depends on a thorough analysis of the financial statements of firms using relevant financial tools. Students learn about tools and techniques used to analyze financial statements, the quality of reported reporting, and credit and security analysis. Discussions, group work, reviews financial reports of, and case studies will be used for content delivery.

FINE 320 Investment Analysis

Investments in financial markets contribute to capital formation and growth of an economy. Students explore topics such as dynamics of financial markets, security market indexes and valuation of securities using fundamental and technical analytical tools. Also, they learn how to formulate investment strategies that help individuals and institutions to achieve their investment objectives. Through in-class discussions, case studies and market simulation exercises, students develop a strong foundation in tools and techniques used in investment analysis.

FINE 340 Financial Markets and Institutions 

Financial markets and institutions bring together the economic agents with varied financial and investment objectives to facilitate efficient flow of funds for the benefits of all participants. The students learn the distinguishing characteristics of different types of financial institutions, financial markets and the instruments trade thereon, and the key performance ratios for the analysis of bank and insurance companies. The primary methods of course delivery are classroom exercises, quizzes, case study, projects and lectures. 

GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

The need, significance and movement for sustainable practices around the world is driven by the policies, practices and the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship transcending business size and industry. Students explore the relationship between creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability using techniques and concepts such as the lean canvas, design thinking, MVP (minimum viable product) ideation, incubation and the acceleration of business ideas and concepts. Through a combination of case studies, research, group projects, interactive discussions, seminars, activities and role play the students develop the ability to recognise, create and deliver sustainable innovative solutions to a complex global market.

ECON 330 Managerial Economics

Understanding economic theory and its application in management decision-making is fundamental to the survival and growth of a business. Students explore the dynamics of demand and supply from the perspective of individuals and businesses, market arrangements within which enterprises operate, and the impact of business cycles on economic activities. Through class discussions, exercises, and case studies, students gain managerial dimensions of Economics and its application in decision making.

BUSN 340 Business Research Methods

Research is key to solving business problems through the application of suitable business methods. Students learn the basic principles of defining research problems, literature review, data collection and analysis using statistical tools and interpretation. Using spreadsheets and SPSS, students analyse and interpret industry problems through project-based learning, case studies and collaborative learning.

FINE 330 Commercial Banking

Banks are major growth partners in any economic system. The unavoidable dependence of individuals and institutions on banks makes the understanding of commercial banking essential for a student of finance for transacting with banks and also for seeking a rewarding career in banking. Students are acquainted with the role and major functions of commercial banks, their expertise in working capital finance and various other products and services they offer to their clientele in general. Through case studies, group activities and simulation exercises, the students learn the nuances of commercial banking. 

FINE 350 Financial Simulation

Computer technology has transformed the landscape of the financial world by facilitating instantaneous access to information and providing sophisticated data modelling tools. Students gain expertise in using computer technology to perform a range of financial tasks including planning use of money over different time periods, analyzing risk and return feature of individual assets and portfolios, financial forecasting, and planning long-term capital investments. Hands-on sessions, case studies, and projects based on real data are used to deliver the content.

MGMT 350 Strategic Management

Sustainable competitive advantage is the product of well-formulated strategies. As such, students explore how strategies are developed in firms by pertaining to the tools and principles of strategy formulation and competitive analysis. Concepts as environmental scanning, internal analysis, levels and types of strategies aid the students to grasp the strategic management process with its different phases. Through case studies, readings, in-class presentations and discussions, students acquire knowledge on how to articulate appropriate strategies that address market challenges and enable firms to pursue valuable business opportunities.

BUSN 360 Internship

Industry exposure builds up career aspirations in students and drives them to attain professional goals. The students will be exposed to industry environment for a specific period to build corporate connections, apply theory into practice and understand the industry expectations to develop hard and soft skills. Internship in a specific domain enhances technical and professional skills to succeed in the competitive environment. For internship, students select the domain in consultation with the industry and faculty guide in terms of the academic requirements and compile the internship experience in his report.

BUSN 450 Business Simulation

Simulating real life business situations and operational processes through technology-based pedagogy significantly contributes to preparing students for real-life business challenges. Students learn to coordinate and manage different business functions, particularly marketing, finance, strategy, and operations. Through simulated exercises and projects, individual assignments, and group activities, students practice complex decision-making as a prequel to their entry into the real world of business.

GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Ethically sensitive employees are valuable to creating socially responsible workplaces and improved business outcomes. It also helps equip students to develop an overarching ethics-based approach to professional conduct. The course examines changing societal demands and expectations and elaborates on existing ethical norms and practice. The course offers insight into relationship of ethics and professions, ethical nuances of employer-employee relationship, whistleblowing and women and family issues in professional settings. Through case studies, current events, open discussions and debates students address the concept of professional ethics.

FINE 430 Financial Risk Management

The nature of risks and the tools used to manage them are becoming increasingly similar among diverse types of financial institutions like commercial banks, savings banks, investment banks, and insurance companies. The students gain an insight into the nature and management of financial risks that emanate from the markets, modes of financing, local and internal business operations, and evolving technology. Through case studies, simulation exercises, and projects based on real life situations, the students gain thorough understanding of the dynamics of financial risk management.

BUSN 440 Business Case Analysis & Writing

Complex business problems can be effectively addressed through case-based analysis. Students learn to analyse business cases and report the findings. They will also be introduced to the art of writing business cases. This is done through group activities, case analysis, and writing exercises.