Office of The President
President's Message
Welcome to Al-Falah University (AFU). Al-Falah University offers currently courses leading to different programs in Business Administration, Mass Communications, Law, and Arts And Humanities.
It is my distinct pleasure to introduce you to Al-Falah University. The aim of our different level programs is to have highly qualified and skillful people capable of analyzing different situations with high accuracy and precision and satisfying the needs of national and international careers.
As you contemplate the practice of a profession, we ask that you remain cognizant of a collective human interdependence. Recognize that your progress depends upon a broader social context, that while you contribute to your own profession, you also contribute to a larger social environment. Your education, in addition to giving you intellectual satisfaction, can provide a solid economic future. Always hold on to your capacity for imagination and desire for inquiry. Exercise your capacity for critical thinking. Capture your own thoughts and feelings, and then use your educational experience to bundle them.
We strive to be among the very best in the country and the region in our programs within the university. The driving force behind our faculty is our commitment to academic integrity and developing new programs and presenting educational opportunities that reflect UAE's unique multiculturalism and wisdom. Our diverse students’ body is embraced by our faculty, who not only serve as professors but also as mentors and friends. Our relatively small class sizes foster friendship and bonding of learners who learn to work together as a team.
The Website of Al-Falah University (AFU) is designed to introduce you to our programs mission, vision, educational philosophy, curriculum, faculty and staff, student services, and to events occurring within our university. You will also find current information on admissions, national and ongoing international accreditation, and other relevant topics.
Finally, on behalf of the faculty, staff, and students of Al-Falah University (AFU), welcome to the home of Al-Falah.
When it comes to academic study and integrity, Al-Falah University (AFU) is the place to be.
Sincerely
Acting President of Al-Falah University (AFU)
Prof. Mohanad Halaweh
Background
Mohanad Halaweh is a Professor of Information Systems, and the Acting President of Al Falah University. Prof. Halaweh holds a PhD degree in Information Systems from De Montfort University, UK. He is an experienced educator having taught in numerous universities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Kuwait, and United Kingdom (UK). Prof. Halaweh has 17+ years of experience in the academic field. He has an extensive academic administrative experience obtained during his work in Al Falah University and University of Dubai in the UAE. He served as a director of Quality Assurance and Accreditation, a director for MBA program, and chairman for several key committees such as University Evaluation and Audit; ABET task-force; AACSB task-force; Scientific Research; and University Risk Management. Read more
Background
Prof. Halaweh is an active researcher and has published 50+ articles at international ranked journals and conferences (all appear in SCOPUS and/or ABDC ranking). He participated in many international conferences in more than 15 countries such as ICIS, PACIS and ACIS; a top-tier conferences in Information Systems research (ranked A according to the ERA rating).
Prof. Halaweh has received several research awards. For example, he received Certificate for Excellent Paper presented at IEEE International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Applications, Singapore, September 28-30, 2016; the Excellence Research Award last 2012 for the College of Information Technology from University of Dubai; and Best Paper Award presented at 8th International Multidisciplinary Conference on eCommerce and e-Government in Poland in October 2008. Prof. Halaweh was selected in May 2021 as an Affiliate Member of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Academy of Scientists in the UAE.
Prof. Halaweh served as a program committee member and reviewer for many prestigious international journals and conferences, a speaker and chair for international conferences. He acted as external examiner for PhD theses and supervised several Master theses in Information Systems field in University of Dubai. His research focus is on E-commerce/Digital Innovations; IT Adoption; Emerging Technologies Impacts (e.g., AI, Big Data, NFC, VR); and Research on Research/Science (meta-research).
Prof. Halaweh has received several professional industry certificates. He is Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) received from PMI, and Oracle Certified Java Programmer. He also received IBM Data Science Professional Certificate.
The President of AFU
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- The President of the University is responsible to the BoT. Within the policies and regulations of the Board, the President of the University, as chief executive officer, has general authority and responsibility for the University and for keeping the Board of Trustees informed regarding the University in a timely and appropriate manner.
- The President is expected to demonstrate those leadership skills necessary for the dynamic pursuit of the goals and objectives embodied in the mission of the University. The President is also expected to understand the higher education needs of the University's service region, work with the BoT to develop proposals for meeting those needs and provide leadership to foster cooperation between campus and community in fulfilling the University's teaching, research, and public service responsibilities.
- The President is expected to consult appropriately with faculty, students, classified staff, and administrators in discharging the responsibilities of the office. The President is also expected to ensure that the policies, procedures, and actions of the Board are communicated to appropriate constituencies of the University in a timely manner.
- As chief executive of the University, the President is charged with the following specific responsibilities:
- Exercising effective leadership in a joint effort with the BoT to implement the mission of the University, as delineated in role and scope statements approved by the BoT.
- Providing effective leadership and support for an academic program that is consistent with the University mission, the needs of those being served, sound standards of quality, and available resources.
- Providing effective leadership and support for a program of student that complements the academic program and recognizes the diverse interests and needs of the student body.
- Developing a competent administrative organization and staff to ensure effective and efficient management of the University.
- Maintaining lawful, equitable and efficient personnel programs, including appointment of qualified persons to the faculty and staff and promotion, retention, or dismissal for cause of the same.
- Representing the University at public and private occasions.
- Recommending to the BoT annual operating and capital budgets and other plans, financial and otherwise, for realizing the University mission, and providing sound management of the approved budgets and plans. Budgets should reflect priorities of the University and facilitate their achievement.
- Interacting with appropriate external bodies, including Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), and international accrediting groups, and professional, to achieve the mission of the University in a manner consistent with the AFU’s strategic plan.
- Undertaking assignments requested by the BoT.
- Appointing the University Council and the Deans’ Council Members.
- The President should be a full professor and appointed by the BoT.
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Executive Secretary
Ms. Kholoud Zammar
Secretary
Delivers administrative support to the President of Academic Affairs through developing calendars, appointments, meetings, social and community engagements.
Prepares correspondence for distributing and receiving approval from President
Checks documents for completeness and accuracy
Coordinates flow of incoming and outgoing communication by receiving, routing and responding calls
Inscribes weekly minutes of meetings for Councils
All other duties that may be assigned