Background
BIU is located in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland. It is a communal and non-profit university, accredited by the Somaliland Ministry of Education and Science. The main objective of BIU is to address the educational needs of society in the Horn of Africa at large, particularly Somaliland. It currently offers different programs in the fields of Islamic Economics and Banking, Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Education, Project Management, Shari’ah, the Quran and Business Administration
BIU is committed to providing quality education. It aims to cultivate the talents of exceptional students, thus enriching human capital both locally and internationally. As a university of choice, BIU is very proud to play a crucial role in the social and educational development of Somaliland.Vision
Beder International University aspires to be among the leading universities of East Africa. BIU strives to be recognized for high-quality education and research that produce top-notch leaders and accomplished intellectuals who will contribute to nation-building and community development
Mission
The mission of Beder International University is to attain excellence and distinction in teaching and research. BIU is determined to produce graduates with sound knowledge and good character. These goals are achieved by integrating Islamic values, scientific knowledge, and technical skills that contribute to the social, cultural, and economic progress of society and to the development of human resources in Somaliland
Objectives of BIU
University seeks to achieve the following objectives:
- To offer excellent academic programs that cover the educational and professional needs of the society in the Horn of Africa in general and those of Somaliland in particular.
- To set, enhance, and promote quality educational standards, along with the adoption of best practices in learning and teaching.
- To contribute to the economic progress and development of society through the teaching and training of the workforce.
- To spread the teachings of the Islam and produce a generation with a wide horizon and in-depth understanding of Islamic principles.
- To promote and strengthen the Arabic and Somali languages.
- To produce graduates with a high level of knowledge, technological capabilities, competitive skills, and good moral character that contribute to the betterment of society.
- To help prepare future leaders who are characterized by a high level of integrity and competence.
- To be a leading research university which actively contributes to the generation and dissemination of knowledge.
- To encourage and support innovation and entrepreneurship at all levels of the university
- To enter into partnerships and reach agreements with related parties to achieve accreditation and collaboration.
- To help students discover their potential and develop their personal capacities which will enable them to become leaders in their chosen careers and professions.
Core Values
- Quality and excellence
- Originality and modernity
- Islamic morality and values
- Personal initiative and teamwork
- Accountability and transparency
- Social responsibility
- Academic integrity
- Innovation and creativity
- Effectiveness and efficiency
BIU Philosophy
We believe that each student has the potential to become a highly informed, independent thinker and a responsible citizen. We believe that everyone has talents which have not yet been discovered. BIU highlights the significance of Islamic values and principles in society and is committed to their application in the learning environment.
Academic Programs
The University offers the following programs:
- Bachelor of Islamic Economics and Banking (B.Sc.)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)-Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)-Accounting and Finance
- Bachelor of Education
- Bachelor of ICT
- Bachelor of Quranic Studies
- Bachelor of Shar’iah
- Postgraduate Diploma in Islamic Banking and Finance
- Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting
- Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Islamic Judiciary System
- Postgraduate Diploma in Research and Data analysis
- Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management
- Master of Islamic Banking and Finance
- Master of Education (Curriculum)
- Master of Education (Educational Management)
- Master of Islamic Judiciary System