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American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a multi-college higher education institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple faculties.

American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a multi-college higher education institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs, along with general education foundations, across a broad range of disciplines. The university's academic structure includes colleges of Business Administration, Engineering and Technology, Design, Education, Law, Media and Mass Communication, Health Sciences, and Security and Global Studies, among others, supported by programs in undergraduate and graduate studies and dedicated academic services. AUE provides admissions and registration, advising and student support, a library, career and internship services, and executive education through its ongoing offerings. The institution emphasizes accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and a commitment to research, with resources such as factbooks and organizational charts published to inform stakeholders. It aims to serve a diverse student body and connect learning with professional development, preparing graduates for career success and continued learning through lifelong education opportunities and a range of student services and partnerships.

To provide accessible, high-quality higher education that prepares students for professional success through diverse programs, strong advising, and opportunities for research and lifelong learning.

What we offer

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

Comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs designed for diverse academic and career pathways.

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General Education

Supports foundational learning connecting multiple disciplines and professional development.

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AUE Innovation Lab

Empowers students to innovate and launch startups within a supportive platform.

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Lifelong Learning Growth Advancement

Service

Advance your career with KHDA-approved courses designed for professionals.

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Office of Advising and Student Success

Service

Supports students' academic success through personalized advising and resources.

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Library

Service

Access diverse learning materials and resources for academic success.

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Career & Internship Office

Service

Supports students in career planning and provides internship opportunities.

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Market segments

Market size by segment

Growth potential (CAGR)

Student entrepreneurship and accelerator programs

2.5 Billion USD11% CAGR

Programs that provide mentorship, curricular credit, funding, and launch pathways to help undergraduate and graduate students validate ideas and transition to market-ready ventures.

Career services and employer engagement

3.5 Billion USD8% CAGR

Services that prepare students for employment and connect them with employers via coaching, job and internship search support, on-campus recruiting, and employer partnership programs.

Executive education and professional development

10.9 Billion USD11.2% CAGR

Flexible-format certificates and online programs designed to upskill mid-career professionals and executives in leadership, finance, and management practices.

Academic advising and case management

0.687 Billion USD9.4% CAGR

Systems and practices that centralize student resources, track progress, enable timely interventions, and improve advisor‑student communication.

Academic Library and Research Services

1 Billion USD5.5% CAGR

Access to scholarly resources, research support, and interlibrary services that enable student and faculty research and learning.

More information about our offering

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

AUE offers a multi-college structure encompassing undergraduate and graduate programs across the College of Business Administration, College of Engineering and Technology, College of Design, College of Education, College of Law, College of Media and Mass Communication, and more. The programs are supported by admissions and registration, advising and student services, and an extensive library and career services. This alignment ensures that students are prepared for professional careers and lifelong learning.

  • Diverse Academic Options
    Offers a wide range of degrees catering to various interests and career aspirations.
  • Ensures Quality Education
    Maintains rigorous educational standards enhancing recognition.
  • Facilitates Enrollment Process
    Streamlines the application and enrollment journey for students.
  • Enhances Academic Experience
    Offers resources and guidance necessary for students to navigate their academic paths.
  • Enhances Career Preparedness
    Supports students in gaining practical skills and real-world experience.
  • Supports Professional Development
    Provides valuable resources and assistance to enhance learning outcomes.

General Education

General Education at AUE provides foundational learning across the university, forming the basis for degree programs through broad-based coursework. It supports students as they pursue programs across multiple colleges and connects learning with professional development.

  • Enhances Career Preparedness
    Prepares students for success in chosen fields through relevant educational connections.
  • Strong Academic Foundation
    Ensures students develop essential skills and knowledge for further studies and career readiness.
  • Connects Multiple Disciplines
    Facilitates integration of learning across various fields for a well-rounded academic experience.

AUE Innovation Lab

AUE Innovation Lab is a prototype co-working platform helping students develop startup ideas, enriching the innovation culture among students and alumni. It provides an integrated pathway for students to become creative, effective innovators.

  • Enhances Startup Development
    Provides necessary tools for students to successfully launch and grow their startups.
  • Facilitates Collaboration
    Encourages project development and startup idea generation.
  • Fosters Entrepreneurship Mindset
    Cultivates skills in a creative and innovation-focused environment.
  • Encourages Creative Innovation
    Guides students through comprehensive processes of innovation.

Lifelong Learning Growth Advancement

Lifelong Learning Growth Advancement offers executive short courses approved by KHDA. Sessions are delivered in flexible formats to help working professionals upskill, designed in partnership with leading industry collaborators.

  • Accommodate Your Schedule
    Courses ensure accessibility for busy professionals.
  • Engage with Experts
    Content is relevant and aligned with current market needs.
  • Enhance Your Credentials
    Certificates validated by KHDA enhance professional qualifications.
  • Learn and Earn
    Participants can apply learning directly to their work.

Office of Advising and Student Success

The Office of Advising and Student Success provides tailored academic advising and support to help students succeed. This office is dedicated to offering guidance, resources, and services promoting academic achievement.

  • Enhances Academic Journey
    Students can effectively explore degree options and career pathways.
  • Access Helpful Resources
    Resources include workshops, online tools, and informational sessions.

Library

Library services provide access to study materials and research resources supporting students and faculty in their learning and research activities.

  • Access Comprehensive Resources
    Boasts a vast collection of educational materials including books, journals, and digital resources.
  • Access Resources Anytime, Anywhere
    Enables remote access to vital educational content.
  • Enhance Research Efforts
    The library provides support to enhance research efforts through specialized resources.
  • Expand Resource Access
    Enables access to books and resources from other libraries.

Career & Internship Office

Career & Internship Office provides career development support and internship opportunities for students.

  • Facilitates Career Planning
    Offers personalized counseling, resume writing assistance, and interview preparation.
  • Connects Students with Employers
    Establishes partnerships with companies to provide internship experiences.

References

Methodology and sourcing behind the figures shown above.

Student entrepreneurship and accelerator programs

Estimated global market for student-focused entrepreneurship and accelerator programs (~$2.5B) derived as a conservative subset of the broader accelerator and incubator markets. Used published market sizes for accelerators ($6.07B in 2026) and incubators ($28.03B in 2026) as anchors, and assumed student/university programs represent a modest share of the combined market (roughly mid-single-digit to low-double-digit percent) given many university programs are non-profit/partially subsidized but expanding. Growth potential (≈11% CAGR) is set between the reported incubator CAGR (8.1%) and the higher accelerator growth (≈18.6%), reflecting faster adoption of university-led and hybrid virtual student programs but lower commercial monetization than top-tier accelerators.

Career services and employer engagement

Estimate based on adjacent market data in the search results. The career development software market (closest direct proxy for campus career-tech and employer-engagement platforms) is listed at about USD 1.79 billion in 2026 with an 8.2% CAGR; the much larger employment services market (broader staffing/RPO sector) is listed at USD 2,392.11 billion in 2026 with an 11.1% CAGR and serves as an upper bound. Combining the software benchmark with expected additional service spend for events, employer relations staff, and employer-facing programs yields an estimated global market of ~USD 3.5 billion and a growth potential around 8.0% CAGR (aligned with software adoption and moderate expansion of employer engagement services).

Executive education and professional development

Primary estimate uses Future Market Insights' executive education program sizing (USD 10.9B in 2025) and its projected 11.2% CAGR (2026–2036). Other search results show divergent scopes: The Business Research Company reports a larger executive-education figure (~USD 44.9B in 2024) and similar double-digit growth, while Market Research Future covers the much broader professional-development market (USD 573.25B, CAGR ~6.0%). Regional data (Ken Research) shows Brazil ~USD 1.2B, supporting that global executive-education (elite and certificate programs) is a multi-billion-dollar, high-growth niche within a substantially larger professional-development sector.

Academic advising and case management

Primary estimate uses the U.S. cloud-based academic advising software market figure from the provided report: valued at USD 687 million in 2024 with a projected CAGR of 9.4% to 2033. This software-focused figure is used as a proxy for the academic advising and case-management systems market segment; it does not capture non-software advisory service spend.

Academic Library and Research Services

Search results include market reports for library management/automation (software and systems) with explicit market sizes: MRFR reports ~USD 0.68B (2024) and 7.86% CAGR (2025–2035); Business Research Insights reports USD 1.25B (2026) and 3.1% CAGR (2026–2035). I used these software/automation submarket figures as the primary, available proxies for the academic library and research services market segment (searchResults contain no consolidated global figure for full services such as staffing and e-resource subscriptions). The combined range (USD 0.68–1.25B) suggests a mid-point market size ~USD 1.0B and a reasonable CAGR midpoint ~5.5% between the reported 3.1% and 7.86%.

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