Atherton, CA – March 31, 2025 – Menlo College and Al Ain University (AAU) are pleased to announce the formalization of an expanded strategic partnership dedicated to enhancing student mobility and enriching academic opportunities worldwide.
In response to the evolving needs of students and educational trends, this partnership introduces comprehensive degree completion and study abroad programs, offering students transformative experiences.
Through this innovative collaboration, AAU students will have the chance to immerse themselves in a semester or year-long study abroad experience at Menlo, with the option to transfer to Menlo College for their senior year to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) after completing three years at AAU.
Dr. Mouwafac Sidaoui, VP for Academic Affairs, Chief Academic Officer, and Dean of the School of Business at Menlo College, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “This partnership exemplifies our dedication to offering students diverse learning opportunities and preparing them for success in an interconnected world.”
The partnership between Menlo College and Al Ain University marks a significant advancement in promoting international education and fostering cultural understanding. By facilitating academic exchanges and cross-cultural interactions, both institutions aim to empower students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected global landscape.
AAU and Menlo College are both AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accredited, a distinction earned by fewer than five percent of the world’s business schools. Menlo and AAU take pride in being among the elite schools globally that have earned this accolade. The Menlo-AAU partnership leverages the strengths of both institutions, offering students unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth in the field of business administration.
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About Al Ain University:
Established in 2004, Al Ain University (AAU) is a leading higher education institution located in the United Arab Emirates. Committed to academic excellence and innovation, AAU provides a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for success in a dynamic global environment.
About Menlo College:
Menlo College is a small private, nonprofit college founded in 1927 with a mission to “ignite potential and educate students to make meaningful contributions in the innovation economy.” Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College offers undergraduate degrees in business and psychology, as well as three graduate degrees: a Master of Science in Information Systems, a Master of Science in Financial Technology, and a Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology. Menlo is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving (AANAPISI) Institution.
