American University of Kuwait Hosts Business Days 2026, Connecting Students with Industry Professionals

The College of Business and Economics (CBE) at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) successfully hosted Business Days 2026 on November 4 and 5, bringing together students, faculty members, industry professionals, and leading organizations for two days of learning, networking, and professional engagement.

The initiative aimed to bridge academic learning with industry practices by providing students with insights into career pathways, emerging trends, and professional opportunities, while strengthening AUK’s connections with the business community.

Day One: Accounting Day – November 4, 2026
The Accounting Club at AUK successfully organized Accounting Day as part of the Business Days initiative, bringing together leading accounting and business firms, as well as professional associations, including the Kuwait Association of Accountants and Auditors (KAAA).

The program featured industry exhibition booths, interactive workshops, and a panel discussion exploring current developments in the accounting profession, including XBRL reporting and the growing role of artificial intelligence in accounting.

Students had the opportunity to engage directly with industry representatives, learn about professional practices, and explore potential career opportunities.

Participating organizations included Al Waha Auditing Co., Moore Kuwait, JS.Co, CCE, EY, AIESEC, the Capital Markets Authority, KAAA, and BDO.

The program also featured specialized workshops on XBRL, delivered by Mr. Mohammad Al Obaidan, and Corporate Law and Regulation, led by Mr. Husni Salameh.

A panel discussion titled “AI and Business Information” brought together experts from academia and industry to discuss the evolving relationship between technology, business information, and the accounting profession. The panel featured Dr. Ali Owaid (Al Waha), Prof. Tariq Al-Duwaisan (Founder and CEO, GLC), Dr. Ali AlHasan (CBE), Ms. Rabia AlMuhana (Crowe Al Muhanna), and Mr. Hashim Quteshat (BDO).

Day Two: Marketing and Economics Day – November 5, 2026
The second day focused on marketing and economics, featuring a series of student-centered activities, professional discussions, and interactive workshops designed to connect classroom knowledge with real-world business applications.

The program included the “Thabbit” Marketing Competition, organized by the AUK Business Club under the leadership of Dr. Fahad AlKhashti. The competition attracted more than 160 student registrations and over 40 participating teams, encouraging teamwork, critical thinking, and the practical application of marketing knowledge.

The day also featured an Economics Panel Discussion, bringing together industry perspectives and academic insights, alongside two concurrent workshops focusing on Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence.

These sessions provided students with opportunities to explore emerging developments in the business sector and gain practical knowledge relevant to their academic and professional journeys.

Strengthening Industry and Academic Connections
Through Business Days 2026, AUK reaffirmed its commitment to providing students with meaningful opportunities to engage with industry professionals, explore emerging fields, and develop skills beyond the classroom.

The College of Business and Economics extends its appreciation to all participating organizations, speakers, professional associations, faculty members, student clubs, and attendees whose contributions made the two-day initiative a success.