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LAU - Adnan Kassar School of Business Welcome to the official page of LAU's Adnan Kassar School of Business. We prepare leaders and contributors to society for today's dynamic world.

As one of the oldest independent American business schools in the Middle East, the Adnan Kassar School of Business is committed to excellent teaching, scholarly activities and professional service, through a student- centered environment and diverse student population. Today, it remains an innovative and continuously improving School that trains students for real-life challenges. Graduates emerge well-rounded, fluent in contemporary business issues, and equipped with the skills and experiences they need to compete in the world’s economies. The School’s reputation for excellence took root in 1980, when the
first class of business graduates was awarded degrees. Today,
it remains an innovative and incessantly improving school,
and the European Foundation for Management
Development, responsive to the changing face of business in today’s
world. Alumni, students and employers testify to the exceptional education
provided by the LAU Adnan Kassar School of Business. The school’s success is driven by
a particular business model which trains students for real-life challenges
and is underpinned by robust academic research. Graduates emerge
well-rounded, fluent in contemporary business issues and equipped
with the skills and experiences they need to compete in the world’s
economies and markets. Our graduates are one of the top managers and business
leaders in Lebanon and the Middle East, and they are sought after by
leading professional employers. The school has been named the “Adnan Kassar School of Business” on 21 April 2015, following a generous donation endowed by Adnan Kassar, Chair of Fransabank Group & the Lebanese Economic Organization, as well as the Honorary Chair of the General Union of Arab Chambers of Commerce. The naming of the school is also an act of gratitude to the chair who never ceases to support and contribute to quality education, particularly at LAU.

When academia and industry join forces, new opportunities emerge.AKSOB continues to expand its network of industry partn...
21/10/2026

When academia and industry join forces, new opportunities emerge.

AKSOB continues to expand its network of industry partners, opening new pathways for students to gain practical experience, develop professional connections and prepare for an evolving job market.

Join us as we take another step toward building stronger connections between business education and Lebanon's private sector.

20/10/2026

Great ideas begin with meaningful conversations.

AKSOB Impact Talks launches its inaugural episode featuring LAU President Chaouki T. Abdallah in a conversation with AKSOB Dean Dima Jamali, exploring leadership, emerging challenges, and the ideas shaping our future.

Watch the teaser and stay tuned for the full episode!

Learn more: https://sb.lau.edu.lb/impact-talks/

What is behind the decline in social insurance coverage in Egypt?AKSOB and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at AUB welco...
19/10/2026

What is behind the decline in social insurance coverage in Egypt?

AKSOB and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at AUB welcome Dr. Ragui Assaad of the University of Minnesota to the Beirut Economics Research Seminar Series for an insightful discussion examining the economic factors behind this trend and its implications for social protection and public policy.

Join the conversation and engage with research addressing important economic and societal challenges.

Learn more: https://eventscal.lau.edu.lb/event.php?evt=20261019_beirut-economics-research-semina-7

His journey began at LAU. Today, he leads Nestlé Middle East and North Africa.AKSOB welcomes alumnus Yasser Abdul Malak ...
19/10/2026

His journey began at LAU. Today, he leads Nestlé Middle East and North Africa.

AKSOB welcomes alumnus Yasser Abdul Malak (BS ’97), chairman and CEO of Nestlé Middle East and North Africa, for a conversation about the challenges, choices, and lessons behind his leadership journey.

Discover what it takes to build an international career and gain valuable perspectives on the skills global employers seek.

Scan the QR code to register.

19/10/2026

Your voice. Your story. Our AKSOB community.

What made you choose AKSOB?
Who has made your journey better?
Where do you see it taking you?

It is your turn to tell your story and get a chance to win $250!

Join AKSOB Shout-Out Day and the Shares, Comments, and Win Challenge.

Four winners. $250 each. Two from each campus.

Beirut: October 19–20
Byblos: October 28–29
Time: 11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Follow AKSOB, share your favorite moments and tag us!

Who deserves your AKSOB shout-out? Tag them in the comments!

What does it take to turn regional development priorities into meaningful action?At AKSOB, academic partnerships create ...
12/10/2026

What does it take to turn regional development priorities into meaningful action?

At AKSOB, academic partnerships create opportunities to bring research closer to the communities it serves.

Building on its memorandum of understanding with the Michel Issa Foundation for Local Development, AKSOB is collaborating on Shaping the Future of Jbeil District, a forum exploring the findings and recommendations of a roadmap for integrated, resilient, and sustainable development.

The discussion will bring forward development priorities, potential projects, and opportunities for coordinated action.

More information: https://eventscal.lau.edu.lb/event.php?evt=20261005_shaping-the-future-of-jbeil-dist

12/10/2026

What skills will help graduates succeed in an AI-driven workplace?

At Beyond Technology: The Human Side of AI in the Workplace, AKSOB students engaged with Dr. Ali Takach, Abbas Kabalan, Souhgit Abdennour, and LAU alumni Ali Matar (BE ’01, MBA ’03), head of LinkedIn Middle East and Africa, and Dr. Charbel Rizkallah (EMBA ’18), CEO of Hikma AI.

Bringing together academic expertise, industry experience, and alumni perspectives, the conversation gave students a closer look at emerging career expectations, the human dimension of AI, and the skills needed to navigate the future of work.

Some of the most important conversations begin when knowledge meets real-world challenges.AKSOB brings academic expertis...
09/10/2026

Some of the most important conversations begin when knowledge meets real-world challenges.

AKSOB brings academic expertise into the issues that matter beyond the university, creating space for informed exchange, new perspectives, and ideas that can contribute to stronger communities.

Education can reach far beyond those who receive it.
Knowledge grows in value when it serves society. https://sb.lau.edu.lb/aksob-circle/

The right connections can change where your journey takes you.At AKSOB, students join a community that brings them close...
09/10/2026

The right connections can change where your journey takes you.

At AKSOB, students join a community that brings them closer to people, experiences, and opportunities that can shape what comes after university.

It is about discovering your strengths, building confidence, and being ready when the next door opens.

Your network starts here. Your journey goes much further: https://sb.lau.edu.lb

From ideas to impact. From research to meaningful conversations.Episode 2 of AKSOB's Beyond the Research features Profes...
09/10/2026

From ideas to impact. From research to meaningful conversations.

Episode 2 of AKSOB's Beyond the Research features Professor Shaker A. Zahra of the University of Minnesota in a conversation on entrepreneurship and innovation, hosted by Dr. Samar Aad and co-hosted by Dr. Moustafa Haj Youssef.

Bringing global academic perspectives closer to our community, the series highlights the value of research in advancing knowledge and understanding the evolving business landscape.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PEsjOZ55wRk

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