A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on January 11, 2022, between Antonine University (UA), represented by its Rector Fr. Michel Jalakh, and B Certified Pro LLC, represented by its managing partner, Mr. Gaby Lahoud.

B Certified Pro LLC is a globally approved course provider by the IMA (Institute of Management Accountants), has established strategic partnerships with local, regional, and international prestigious organizations, and provides trainings based on the latest standards and best-in-class practices to help the candidates gain and maintain a competitive advantage in the job market after earning their certifications.

The purpose of this fruitful partnership is to enable increased international collaboration between both institutions, which will greatly benefit UA graduate and undergraduate students, alumni and faculty members, by offering them access to CMA (Certified Management Accountants) live sessions and related materials, as well as other trainings and workshops in the fields of auditing, financial analysis, human resources, financial reporting and project management, to list but a few. The trainings will allow them to broaden their professional horizons, stand out from the crowd, sharpen their skills, and be engaged in continuing professional development activities.

The signing event took place at 7:00 PM and was held at the Rector’s Office, in the presence of Prof. Tony Gibeily, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration (FBA), Mr. Fouad Abdallah, Director of the Office of Human Resources and the Center for Career Development (CCD), Ms. Jana Sarkis and Ms. Mary Achkar, FBA students’ representatives, and was virtually attended by Mr. Gaby Lahoud from B Certified Pro’s side, as well as by Mr. Hani Sibaï, former Head of the Accounting and Audit Department at the FBA.