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Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS) of Muscat is Oman’s first full-fledged private college and the most prominent business school. MCBS was founded in 1996 and awards bachelor's and post-graduate degrees (Master’s degrees in information technology, commercial law, Islamic banking and finance, and MBA). In the fall of 2023, MCBS entered the first cohort of students into the college's new Ph.D. in business administration. MCBS is the only college in Oman to offer an American MBA program, providing a comprehensive and globally recognized business education. MCBS is the first college to introduce a master's, bachelor's, and associate program in Public Administration, taught in Arabic medium instruction. The Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation licenses the college.

MCBS is ranked amongst the country's best colleges. The founding members' vision was to attract the nation’s brightest students and offer them a rigorous education coupled with a strong curriculum, which has been successfully realized and achieved. The main campus is at Bowsher in Muscat, adjacent to many other higher education institutions.

History


 Foundation 

Modern College of Business & Science’s journey to becoming a national leader in higher education is quite a story. While no history can be praised in sum, what the college has achieved is due to countless individuals, accolades, and accomplishments. Approaching three decades, Oman's oldest private college has not only grown into a leading flagship college. This higher education institute has become more than the founding members ever imagined possible.

The College was founded under the country’s decision to develop a private higher education sector. The first graduation was in 1998; afterward, the college grew in scope and complexity. Forty-eight students and seven faculty who shared the dream of starting a college were on hand when the school opened its doors.

Initially, the vision and goal of the College were to provide a Foundation Program with the first two years of educational experience to Omani students who would subsequently transfer to the affiliated university in the United States, the University of Missouri, St. Louis. Thus, initially, the College offered only the first two years of a four-year educational program patterned on the American higher educational model.

Dr. Muneer bin Mohammed Al-Maskari is the Executive Chairman and brainchild behind establishing Oman’s first full-fledged private college – Modern College of Business and Science. His vision became a reality with the support and belief of like-minded individuals: His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, Sheikh Saif bin Hashil Al Maskery, the late Col. Mohammed bin Abdallah Al-Riyamy, Eng. Ali bin Mohammed Al-Mahrouki, Eng. Azza bint Mohammed Al-Mahrouki and Ms. Sheikha bint Mohamed Al-Mahrouki.

In 1996, Dr Muneer was the first to serve as MCBS’s Dean. In 1998, Dr. Muneer was assigned as a “Fellow” in the Center of International Studies, University of Missouri – St. Louis. As part of his Doctoral internship, he was trained to manage a Higher Education Institute in a Community College in Saint Charles, Missouri, USA. His discussion about his career options with his adviser, Carol Kohfeld, led him to inform Carol about his interest in starting a university in Oman.

For the first time in the history of Higher Education, an American Franklin University MBA Program in Oman, with a specialization in Finance, Human Resources, and Management Information Systems, was hosted by MCBS in January 2011. In 2007, the College moved to the new facilities in Bausher.

 Accreditation 

In 2001, the college added a third year to the four-year educational program. However, the educational model was still one of having Omani students complete their academic degree program in the United States. In 2002, the College added a fourth year, allowing Omani students to earn their bachelor’s degrees locally.

An essential step in the development and growth of the college was seeking accreditation from the Oman Academic Accreditation Authority (OAAA). In 2004, MCBS sought institutional and programmatic accreditation, allowing it to offer bachelor’s degree programs in Oman. The college was successful in its application and was awarded Provisional Accreditation by the Oman Accreditation Council OAC on the strength of its submission. The College subsequently submitted its application for full accreditation in 2006.

Academics


 Faculty Members 

Up to date, six Fulbright faculty members have worked at the College as follows: Dr. Hal Nystrom, University of Missouri, 2004; Dr. Tom Bromowski, University of Wisconsin, (2005-2006); Ms. Meredith Lang JD, University of Kansas (2007-2008); Dr. Kathleen Miezio, Marshall University, 2008-2009; Dr. Beverly, University of Florida, 2010 until the present.

 Programs 

MCBS offers four associate programs (3 in English medium instruction and 1 in Arabic medium instruction), 19 undergraduate programs (17 in English medium instruction and 2 in Arabic medium instruction), and 7 Master’s graduate programs, as well as a Ph.D. program in English medium instruction.

Organization and Administration


 List of the Modern College of Business and Science Deans 

Student Life


Student Clubs

At MCBS, there are over 20 student-run clubs. These range from professional clubs such as Entrepreneurship Society, Aviation, Environment, Logistics, Media, ISACA, Mental Health, Health and Safety to International Clubs. There are also general interests such as Reading Club and Media Hub.

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