The American University of Business and Social Sciences (AUBSS) offers formal academic recognition to professionals and leaders whose contributions extend beyond traditional teaching roles. Through its honorary doctorate and honorary professorship awards, developed in collaboration with the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE), AUBSS acknowledges individuals who have advanced their fields through professional practice, research, innovation, leadership, or sustained public service.
An honorary doctorate (Honoris Causa) is conferred in recognition of exceptional achievement rather than through completion of a conventional research programme. AUBSS has awarded such degrees across a range of disciplines, including Doctor of Science in Maritime Safety and Leadership, Doctor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Innovation, Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainability, ESG and Impact Investing, and Doctor of Health Sciences in Clinical Education and Practice. These awards reflect documented professional impact and are listed publicly on the AUBSS website.
The honorary professorship award similarly recognises professionals who have demonstrated outstanding expertise and contribution without holding a conventional full-time teaching appointment. Recent recipients include individuals recognised for work in Islamic education and Qur’anic pedagogy, cybersecurity and health information governance, and broader research and professional leadership. The Distinguished Professorship, awarded jointly with QAHE, provides a further pathway for formal academic title recognition based on a reviewed record of achievement.
AUBSS evaluates applications on the basis of curriculum vitae, evidence of contribution, and supporting documentation. Successful candidates receive a formal certificate and public announcement.
Professionals, consultants, researchers, and industry leaders seeking formal acknowledgment of their achievements are invited to review the eligibility criteria and application process for the Honorary Doctorate Degree and Honorary Professorship Award on the AUBSS website. Clear documentation of impact remains central to the assessment, ensuring that recognition reflects genuine professional contribution.
