Institutional Research and Analytics
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
- OIRA Vision and Mission
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.- OIRA Values
- 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
- 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
AUS Statistics
Access key institutional data through OIRA’s publications, including Facts and Figures, Factbooks and other key resources highlighting institutional data, trends and insights published by OIRA.
- Facts and Figures
- Fact book
The AUS Factbook is an annual publication that compiles essential statistics about our community, including data on students, faculty, alumni and facilities:
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.
- Exit Survey
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.
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.
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.
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