Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Habib Al Souleiman holds the following qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Hotel Management
   Awarded by: Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), United Kingdom
   Manchester Metropolitan University, a UK public university established in 1843, enrolls over 30,000 students and is ranked among the world’s top 600 universities by Times Higher Education. The university holds prestigious business accreditations, including AACSB and AMBA.
   Thesis Title: The Impact of Training on Employee Satisfaction
    

2. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
   Awarded by: Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZFH), Switzerland
   Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland’s second-largest public university, traces its origins to 1874. Its business school holds prestigious triple crown recognition, being accredited by AACSB, EFMD, and AMBA. ZFH is ranked among the world’s top 800 universities by QS Ranking. This MBA was completed as part of a joint program with the University of Virginia (UVA), one of the United States’ top-ranked public research universities, and is ranked among the world’s top 50 universities by QS.
   Thesis Title: Cultural Influence on Motivations Towards Special Events
    

3. Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law
   Awarded by: Qualifi, United Kingdom
   This diploma, positioned at Level 7 on the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), is officially recognized by Ofqual — the United Kingdom’s qualifications regulator — as well as by CCEA and QW. Qualifi is a fully recognized awarding organization and a full member of the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB).
   Level: RQF Level 7 (equivalent to a UK master’s-level diploma)
    

4. Master of Laws (MLaw) in Business Law
   Awarded by: V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University (TNU), Ukraine
   TNU is a state university, established in 1918, ranked among the top 10 in Ukraine, and accredited at the highest national level (Level IV). It is the only Ukrainian university accredited by ASIC (UK) and is a member of the CHEA International Quality Group (USA). TNU is ISO 9001 certified and listed in the UNESCO/IAU World Higher Education Database (WHED).
   Thesis Title: International Commercial Law vs. Ethics
    

5. Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
   Awarded by: Qualifi, United Kingdom
   This diploma, regulated under the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), is officially recognized by Ofqual — the United Kingdom’s qualifications regulator as well as by CCEA and QW. Qualifi is also a full member of the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB).
   Level: RQF Level 8 (equivalent to a UK doctoral-level diploma)
    

6. Doctor of Education (Ed.D/Dr.) in Higher Education Management
   Awarded by: Universidad Azteca, Mexico
   Universidad Azteca is a private-state accredited Mexican university by RVOE (Reconocimiento de Validez Oficial de Estudios) granted by the Mexican Federal Ministry of Education (SEP), validating its academic programs. It is listed in the UNESCO-IAU World Higher Education Database (WHED), further affirming its international recognition. In 2013, it became the first Mexican institution to earn "Premier University" accreditation from ASIC (UK), an agency endorsed by prominent international quality assurance bodies (CHEA and ENQA). The university has also secured a range of global certifications—including ISO 9001 and ISO 29990 (Germany), TRACCERT (Canada), DIQMA (Germany), ECBE (EU), LAQI (Latin America), and memberships in IADL/EADL—underscoring its robust commitment to academic excellence. In the same year, it was named “Mexican Institution of the Year” by LAQI for innovation and quality, and today maintains a dynamic multi-campus footprint in Mexico with international programs and flexible learning modalities.
   Thesis Title: Education 3.0 Impact on Traditional Universities
    

7. Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
   Awarded by: SMC University, Switzerland
   At the time of graduation, SMC University was accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a U.S.-based business education quality assurance body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The degree program was delivered in a dual-award partnership with the Central University of Nicaragua (UCN), a fully state-accredited institution recognized by the Nicaraguan Ministry of Education and the National Council of Universities (CNU).
   Thesis Title: The Impact of Social Media on Global Marketing and Politics
    

8. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Business Administration
   Awarded by: Universidad Central de Nicaragua (UCN), Nicaragua
   UCN is a fully state-accredited university in Nicaragua, officially recognized by the Ministry of Education (MINED) and the National Council of Universities (CNU). It is listed in the UNESCO/IAU World Higher Education Database (WHED) and maintains extensive international collaborations, particularly in the development and delivery of doctoral programs.
   Thesis Title: The Impact of Social Media on Global Marketing and Politics
    

9. Doctor of Project Planning and Management (Ph.D. with Distinction)
   Awarded by: Alliance International University (AIU), Zambia
   Earned with distinction from Alliance International University, which at the time was fully accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education of Zambia. Conferred during the university’s period of full governmental recognition, this degree reflects both outstanding academic achievement and the credibility of an institution operating under full national accreditation. 
   Thesis Title: Agile Planning and Feasibility Study
    

10. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Forensic Accounting and Audit
    Awarded by: Charisma University, Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territory)
    Charisma University is legally recognized by the Ministry of Education of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) and holds accreditations from TRACS (USA, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA), ACBSP (USA, CHEA-recognized business accreditation), and ACQUIN (Germany, recognized by the German Accreditation Council), which results in the university being listed on both the CHEA and EQAR official websites. 
    Thesis Title: Business Laws and Cyber Crimes

🎓 Professorships – Officially Conferred By:

• Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv – Ukraine
  One of Ukraine’s most prestigious and historic universities, consistently ranked among the world’s top 500. Appointment as Professor was formally certified, authorizing the use of the title “Professor.”

• Greenlight University – Lusaka, Zambia
  Formerly a state-accredited private university in Zambia, recognized for its quality programs in business and management. Professorship appointment was officially certified during its period of operation.

• MITSO University – Belarus
  A state university in Belarus, officially recognized by the government and specializing in international relations, law, and economics. Professorship appointment was formally certified, confirming the right to use the title “Professor.”

Awards and Recognitions:

• Honorary Doctorate Degree (Dr. h.c.)
  Awarded by: V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University, Ukraine

• Best Business Leader Award
  Awarded by: Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), Switzerland & The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), United Kingdom

• Appreciation Award
  Awarded by: Arabic-Ukrainian Higher International Education Conference

• Leadership & Community Contribution Certificate
  Awarded by: Luzern Museum & IMI University Centre, Switzerland