AUK Welcomes Founding Dean of Business and Economics

Dr. Douglas Munro has been appointed Founding Dean of the American University of Kuwait College of Business and Economics. Dr. Munro joined AUK on March 1, 2012 to establish the groundwork for a separate College of Business and Economics at the American University of Kuwait.

Dr. Munro was previously an executive with General Motors Corporation who worked primarily in the areas of marketing and business development. He held assignments in South America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East as well as working in the corporation's headquarters in Detroit Michigan, USA. In these assignments he was responsible for creating strategic plans and leading implementation of new programs and new operations. Dr. Munro earned a Ph.D. in Economics from Ohio State University in the United States.

Commenting on his new appointment as Dean, Dr. Munro said, "I'm thrilled to be joining the American University of Kuwait, and I'm eager to get involved in discussions shaping the new University Strategy. I also look forward to developing the brand awareness of AUK's College of Business and Economics, and I see many opportunities to strengthen the college's programs through developing closer relationships with local, regional and corporate partnerships. This includes promoting management continuing education in private and non-profit sectors."

The College of Business and Economics at the American University of Kuwait recognizes the important role commerce plays in the Arab World and the global economy. The College offers rigorous business education with a strong liberal arts foundation to prepare graduates for future leadership positions in private and public sector institutions. The College's goal is to develop critical thinkers who also have the technical knowledge to become socially responsible leaders who will guide organizations in enhancing the quality of life in Kuwait and beyond. The College offers undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with majors in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing. Each of these disciplines offers a variety of specializations to assist students in preparing for a wide range of career opportunities. Students enter the college having completed a foundation of liberal arts courses during their first two years of university. Currently the College has 560 students, and twenty full-time faculty members.

The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners has awarded the American University of Kuwait accreditation of five (5) years to the Business and Economics Division on November 14, 2010. ACBSP accreditation certifies that the teaching and learning processes within the Business & Economics Division of the American University of Kuwait meet the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP.

Released by the Office of Public Affairs on the 5th April 2012