Institutional Research and Analytics

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About Us

The Office of Institutional Research and Analytics (OIRA) at American University of Sharjah (AUS) supports evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning across the university. Reporting directly to the Office of the Chancellor, OIRA serves academic and administrative units, as well as internal and external stakeholders, by delivering high-quality data, insightful analysis and actionable recommendations.

Guided by the duties and functions outlined by the Association for Institutional Research (AIR), OIRA focuses on:

• Identifying and addressing institutional information needs

• Collecting, analyzing, interpreting and reporting data to inform decisions

• Contributing to strategic planning, evaluation and continuous improvement

• Promoting data literacy and effective information use across the university

The Office of Institutional Research and Analytics (OIRA) at American University of Sharjah (AUS) supports evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning across the university. Reporting directly to the Office of the Chancellor, OIRA serves academic and administrative units, as well as internal and external stakeholders, by delivering high-quality data, insightful analysis and actionable recommendations.

Guided by the duties and functions outlined by the Association for Institutional Research (AIR), OIRA focuses on:

• Identifying and addressing institutional information needs

• Collecting, analyzing, interpreting and reporting data to inform decisions

• Contributing to strategic planning, evaluation and continuous improvement

• Promoting data literacy and effective information use across the university

OIRA Vision and MissionVision

To position AUS as a leader in data-driven innovation, where high-quality data and meaningful insights drive strategic decisions and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Mission

To empower informed decision-making, strategic planning and continuous improvement through the delivery of accurate data, insightful analysis and actionable recommendations.

OIRA Values ❮

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OIRA Strategic Goals

• Provide accurate and timely institutional data to meet AUS’ internal and external reporting requirements.

• Generate comprehensive and actionable insights that supports AUS’ core mission and strategic priorities.

• Cultivate a culture of data-driven decision-making and enable stakeholders to leverage data effectively.

• Actively contribute to the advancement of institutional research practices and enhance the reputation of AUS as a leader in this field.

Meet the OIRA Team❮

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• Felly Chiteng Kot, PhD | Director of Institutional Research and Analytics

• Sachin Verma | Senior Manager

• Firas Fahed Hammad | Senior Data Analyst

• Mohamad K. AlMufti | Senior Data Analyst

• Ashra Begum Ameerdeen | Administrative Assistant

Vision

To position AUS as a leader in data-driven innovation, where high-quality data and meaningful insights drive strategic decisions and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Mission

To empower informed decision-making, strategic planning and continuous improvement through the delivery of accurate data, insightful analysis and actionable recommendations.

• Provide accurate and timely institutional data to meet AUS’ internal and external reporting requirements.

• Generate comprehensive and actionable insights that supports AUS’ core mission and strategic priorities.

• Cultivate a culture of data-driven decision-making and enable stakeholders to leverage data effectively.

• Actively contribute to the advancement of institutional research practices and enhance the reputation of AUS as a leader in this field.

• Felly Chiteng Kot, PhD | Director of Institutional Research and Analytics

• Sachin Verma | Senior Manager

• Firas Fahed Hammad | Senior Data Analyst

• Mohamad K. AlMufti | Senior Data Analyst

• Ashra Begum Ameerdeen | Administrative Assistant

• Felly Chiteng Kot, PhD | Director of Institutional Research and Analytics

• Sachin Verma | Senior Manager

• Firas Fahed Hammad | Senior Data Analyst

• Mohamad K. AlMufti | Senior Data Analyst

• Ashra Begum Ameerdeen | Administrative Assistant

Access Key Institutional Data Through Oira’s Publications, Including Facts And Figures, Factbooks And Other Key Resources Highlighting Institutional Data, Trend

Facts and FiguresFor a quick snapshot, the AUS Facts and Figures provide a concise overview of key metrics, presented in easy-to-navigate visualizations for prospective students, stakeholders and the public:

Fall 2025

Fall 2024

Fall 2023

Fall 2022

Fall 2021

Previous Facts and Figures

Fact bookThe AUS Factbook is an annual publication that compiles essential statistics about our community, including data on students, faculty, alumni and facilities:

AY 2025-2026

AY 2024-2025

AY 2023-2024

AY 2022-2023

AY 2021-2022

Cohort AnalysisCohort analysis provides program-level reports on retention rates, completion rates, and time to degree across the past five applicable cohorts.

Fall 2025

For a quick snapshot, the AUS Facts and Figures provide a concise overview of key metrics, presented in easy-to-navigate visualizations for prospective students, stakeholders and the public:

The AUS Factbook is an annual publication that compiles essential statistics about our community, including data on students, faculty, alumni and facilities:

Cohort analysis provides program-level reports on retention rates, completion rates, and time to degree across the past five applicable cohorts.

Survey Reports

OIRA administers institutional surveys to gather valuable data for planning, decision-making and continuous improvement. Please note that our focus is limited to administrative surveys aligned with AUS’ strategic goals and operational priorities.

OIRA administers institutional surveys to gather valuable data for planning, decision-making and continuous improvement. Please note that our focus is limited to administrative surveys aligned with AUS’ strategic goals and operational priorities.

Exit SurveyAt the conclusion of each semester, OIRA administers an Exit Survey for graduating students. This survey gathers feedback on their AUS experience, future plans and contact information for continued engagement.

Exit Survey Report AY 2024-2025

Exit Survey Report AY 2023–2024

Exit Survey Report AY 2022–2023

Graduate Destination Survey The Graduate Destination Survey (GDS) is administered twice a year to AUS graduates by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research: nine months after degree completion, and from Fall 2025 onwards, 12 months after graduation. The survey primarily measures graduates’ employment outcomes and also captures reflections on their experience while studying at AUS, with the university playing a very active role in driving high response rates.

AY 24-25 Employment Outcomes (9 Months)

AY 25-26 Employment Outcomes (12 Months)

Employer Career Fair SurveyThe Employer Career Fair Survey is administered to companies and organizations that participate in the annual AUS Employer Career Fair. The survey asks employer representatives to assess AUS graduates’ performance and skills/abilities, as well as AUS’s overall reputation within their industry.

Spring 2024

At the conclusion of each semester, OIRA administers an Exit Survey for graduating students. This survey gathers feedback on their AUS experience, future plans and contact information for continued engagement.

The Graduate Destination Survey (GDS) is administered twice a year to AUS graduates by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research: nine months after degree completion, and from Fall 2025 onwards, 12 months after graduation. The survey primarily measures graduates’ employment outcomes and also captures reflections on their experience while studying at AUS, with the university playing a very active role in driving high response rates.

The Employer Career Fair Survey is administered to companies and organizations that participate in the annual AUS Employer Career Fair. The survey asks employer representatives to assess AUS graduates’ performance and skills/abilities, as well as AUS’s overall reputation within their industry.

Ir Insights

Institutional Research (IR) Insights is an internal publication featuring key findings from analytical studies related to AUS' mission and operations. Each edition presents data-driven insights to support informed decision-making.

Issue 1 | Trends in AUS Retention and Graduation Rates

Issue 2 | Alumni Satisfaction with AUS

Issue 3 | First Generation Students

Issue 4 | Chemical Engineering’s Performance in QS Subject Rankings

Policies And Procedures

View the latest AUS Policies and Procedures Manual, a comprehensive guide to the university's operational standards and practices.

For questions or clarifications regarding specific policies and procedures, please contact the policy owner or the responsible office listed within the document.

Our Services

We support AUS’ strategic objectives through the following services:

Internal Data Requests: Tailored data reports and analyses for academic and administrative purposes

External Reporting and Compliance: Preparation and submission of official data to government entities and ranking agencies, as well as provision of relevant data to support accreditation processes.

Analytical Projects: In-depth investigation of key issues to support planning, policy development and continuous improvement.

Survey Request: Guidance on the design, implementation and analysis of institutional surveys to ensure alignment with AUS priorities and data quality standards

Strategic Planning: Support for the development, monitoring and evaluation of institutional strategic plans, including the development, tracking and reporting of KPIs.

Administrative Assessment: Support in developing operational plans, defining performance indicators and creating tools to assess and monitor institutional and unit-level performance and effectiveness.

Workshops and Training: Targeted sessions to strengthen data literacy, build analytics skills and promote a culture of evidence-based decision-making.

We support AUS’ strategic objectives through the following services:

Internal Data Requests: Tailored data reports and analyses for academic and administrative purposes

External Reporting and Compliance: Preparation and submission of official data to government entities and ranking agencies, as well as provision of relevant data to support accreditation processes.

Analytical Projects: In-depth investigation of key issues to support planning, policy development and continuous improvement.

Survey Request: Guidance on the design, implementation and analysis of institutional surveys to ensure alignment with AUS priorities and data quality standards

Strategic Planning: Support for the development, monitoring and evaluation of institutional strategic plans, including the development, tracking and reporting of KPIs.

Administrative Assessment: Support in developing operational plans, defining performance indicators and creating tools to assess and monitor institutional and unit-level performance and effectiveness.

Workshops and Training: Targeted sessions to strengthen data literacy, build analytics skills and promote a culture of evidence-based decision-making.

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