Welcome to the College of Business and Economics (CoBE) at Mekdela Amba University, located in Mekane Selam Campus. As Dean, I am privileged to lead a forward-thinking college dedicated to preparing ethical leaders, innovative entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals who are ready to drive sustainable economic growth and responsible business practices in Ethiopia and beyond.

At CoBE, we focus on combining academic excellence with practical, real-world application. Our curriculum, research, and community engagements are designed to respond to the dynamic challenges of the 21st-century economy. Through student-centered learning and strong industry linkages, we ensure that our graduates are market-ready and solution-driven.

Vision

To be a nationally respected college in business education, economic research, and entrepreneurship—recognized for its academic rigor, policy relevance, and community impact.

Mission

  • To offer high-quality business and economics education grounded in theory and applied practice.
  • To cultivate innovation, critical thinking, and leadership among students and faculty.
  • To contribute to local and national economic policy development through research and public dialogue.
  • To engage with the private sector and development partners for inclusive economic transformation.

Core Values

  • Integrity and Ethics
  • Excellence in Teaching and Research
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking
  • Social and Economic Responsibility
  • Inclusivity and Professionalism
  • Policy Engagement and Practical Impact

Our Academic Departments

Department of Economics

  • Focuses on economic theory, development policy, quantitative analysis, and public finance.

Department of Management

  • Emphasizes leadership, strategic management, human resource development, and organizational behavior.

Department of Accounting and Finance

  • Prepares students in financial analysis, auditing, taxation, public finance, and IFRS-based reporting.

Department of Marketing Management

  • Covers branding, consumer behavior, digital marketing, and sales strategies.

Contact Information

Dean’s Office – College of Business and Economics, Academic Building 2nd Floor
Mekdela Amba University – Mekane Selam Campus, Academic Building 2nd Floor
Mekane Selam, South Wollo, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
📞 Phone: +251910132757
📧 Email: cbe@mkau.edu.et
🌐 Website: www.mkau.edu.et