Department of Accounting

About the Department

The Accounting Department at Al al-Bayt University was established in 1994 and has since played an active role in preparing qualified professionals equipped with the knowledge and skills required to meet the evolving demands of the labor market in the fields of accounting and business. The department is continuously committed to developing its academic programs in line with scientific and professional advancements at both the local and global levels.

As part of its ongoing academic modernization, the department updated its programs in 2024 and introduced new, contemporary specializations, most notably Accounting Information Systems and Business Analytics. This reflects the trend towards integrating accounting with modern technologies and practical analysis to support decision-making in the contemporary business environment. The department also offers a Master's program in Accounting, which aims to prepare graduates with advanced knowledge and specialized research and professional skills in the fields of accounting and finance.

The Accounting Department currently offers bachelor’s degree programs in Accounting, and Accounting Information Systems and Business Analytics, in addition to the Master’s program in Accounting. These programs focus on preparing graduates who are scientifically and practically qualified, and capable of competing in the labor market, whether in the public or private sectors, or continuing their graduate studies. Modern technological applications and analytical skills are also integrated into the study plans to enhance the professional competence of students.

The department is supported by a distinguished group of faculty members holding doctoral and master’s degrees, who possess extensive academic and research experience, and contribute effectively to developing curricula and enhancing scientific research. The department also provides a stimulating educational environment that encourages critical and creative thinking and develops students' research and practical skills. The Accounting Department pays special attention to building academic and professional partnerships with local and international institutions and companies, allowing students opportunities for practical training and field application, contributing to linking the theoretical aspect with practical reality, and enhancing their professional readiness to face labor market challenges.

The Accounting Department is one of the main departments in the School of Business at Al al-Bayt University, where it plays a pivotal role in preparing specialized competencies in the fields of accounting, finance, and business analysis, and supporting sustainable development efforts by graduating cadres capable of providing innovative solutions to contemporary business problems. The continuous modernization of academic programs and the expansion of graduate studies programs reflect the commitment of the Accounting Department at Al al-Bayt University to academic excellence and leadership in higher education, making it an ideal choice for ambitious students seeking to build a successful and influential career in the world of accounting and business.

Department Head's Word

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Accounting at the School of Business, Al al-Bayt University. We are one of the leading academic departments established in 1994, and over three decades, we have contributed to the preparation of distinguished accounting competencies capable of meeting the needs of the local and regional labor market, and actively contributing to the development of various economic sectors.

Since its establishment, the department has been keen on the continuous development of its academic programs in line with the rapid transformations in the accounting profession, legislative and technological changes, and the growing role of financial analysis and decision support in the modern business environment. Based on this direction, the department has periodically reviewed and updated its study plans to achieve a balance between theoretical foundations and practical applications.

Within the framework of academic expansion and modernization, the major of Accounting and Business Law was introduced in 2011, and in 2024, the department launched the major of Accounting Information Systems and Business Analytics in response to the requirements of the digital revolution and the increasing reliance on computerized systems, financial analysis, and data in institutions. Thus, the department grants a Bachelor's degree in three qualitative specializations: Accounting, Accounting and Business Law, and Accounting Information Systems and Business Analytics, along with a Master's program in Accounting.

The Accounting Department includes a distinguished elite of academically and research-qualified faculty members who possess broad scientific and practical experiences, and actively contribute to the development of the educational process, the enhancement of scientific research, and community service. The department is keen to provide a stimulating educational environment based on critical thinking, the development of analytical and professional skills, and preparing students to practice the profession with high efficiency and professionalism in the public and private sectors.

The department also pays special attention to enhancing scientific research and innovation, updating curricula to align with national and international academic standards, and expanding partnerships with community institutions and the labor market, which contributes to bridging the gap between the academic and applied sides, and raising the readiness of graduates to face future challenges.

The Accounting Department continues its pursuit to enhance its academic and leading position within the School of Business at Al al-Bayt University by investing in human capital, developing qualitative programs, and opening up to best global practices in the fields of accounting, governance, financial analysis, and digital transformation.

Head of the Accounting Department
Dr. Mohammad Alhadab

Vision & Mission
Vision & Mission

Vision

Excellence and leadership in offering and delivering academic programs and research activities in the field of accounting.

Mission

To supply the labor market with graduates who are capable of meeting its needs and adapting to the continuous changes in the accounting profession.

Goals
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To provide students with specialized accounting knowledge that enables them to keep pace with scientific and professional developments in the field of accounting.
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To enhance students’ efficiency in the use and application of information technology and modern technologies in accounting practices.
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To develop and strengthen students’ research skills in support of scientific and systematic thinking.
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To foster analytical, creative, and critical thinking skills, and to enhance students’ communication, teamwork, and social interaction abilities.
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To contribute to serving the local community by preparing qualified graduates and providing accounting expertise that supports economic and social development.
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Commitment to the principles of integrity, honesty, objectivity, and transparency in all interactions.
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Achieving high levels of efficiency and effectiveness in academic and administrative performance.
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Promoting collaborative and integrative work with the various departments of the faculty.
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Fostering a culture of teamwork and institutional cooperation.
Department Board
Board Members
Dr. Mohammad Mufleh Alhadab (Head of Department)
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Yaseen Al-Rahahleh
Prof. Dr. Jamal Adel Al-Sharayri
Prof. Dr. Ghassan Falah Al-Matarneh
Prof. Dr. Abdul Rahman Khaled Al-Dalabeeh
Prof. Dr. Ouda Ahmad Bani Ahmad
Prof. Dr. Nofan Hamid Al-Olimat
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Nasser Hamdan
Dr. Tariq Ouda Bani Khaled
Dr. Abdullah Mohammad Al-Zoubi
Dr. Muhannad Obeid Al-Shbail
Dr. Malek Hamid Al-Shara'a
Dr. Hussam Abdulraouf Ananzeh
Dr. Sajed Mowaffaq Al-Shdaifat
Instructor Sakhr Mar'i Bani Khaled
Instructor Marah Issam Al-Safadi
Committees
Committee / Role Chair and Members / Representative
Scientific Research Committee Dr. Mohammad Mufleh Alhadab (Chair), Prof. Mohammad Al-Rahahleh, Prof. Jamal Al-Sharayri, Prof. Ghassan Al-Matarneh, Prof. Ouda Bani Ahmad, Prof. Abdul Rahman Al-Dalabeeh, Prof. Nofan Al-Olimat, Prof. Mohammad Hamdan, Dr. Abdullah Al-Zoubi, Dr. Muhannad Al-Shbail.
Graduate Studies Committee Chair: Dr. Mohammad Mufleh Alhadab, with membership of several department professors.
Student Affairs Committee Dr. Mohammad Mufleh Alhadab (Chair), Dr. Abdullah Al-Zoubi, Dr. Malek Al-Shara'a, Instructor Marah Al-Safadi.
Study Plan Committee Chair: Dr. Mohammad Mufleh Alhadab, with membership of several faculty members.
Academic Advising Committee Includes advisors for each academic year (Instructor Marah Al-Safadi, Dr. Sajed Al-Shdaifat, Instructor Sakhr Bani Khaled, Dr. Malek Al-Shara'a, Dr. Mohammad Alhadab, and Dr. Abdullah Al-Zoubi for graduate students).
Representative in Graduate Studies Council Dr. Abdullah Mohammad Al-Zoubi.
Representative in Faculty Council Prof. Mohammad Nasser Hamdan.
Representative in University Council Prof. Ouda Ahmad Bani Ahmad.
Secretary of the Department Council Dr. Sajed Mowaffaq Al-Shdaifat.
Quality and Computer Center Liaison Instructor Sakhr Mar'i Bani Khaled.
Research Projects
Article Title Real and Accrual Earnings Management around Initial Public Offerings in Jordan
Author Dr. Mohammad M. Alhadab
Published in International Business Research, Vol. 11, No. 1, 2018
Acknowledgment This research project received financial support from Al al-Bayt University (Decision 2016/2015/5). Dr. Alhadab expresses his sincere gratitude to the Deanship of Academic Research at Al al-Bayt University for funding this project.
Contact Information
University Phone +962 2 6297000
Extensions 5114
Email Accounting_dep@aabu.edu.jo
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