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Bachelor of Business (Finance)

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Duration

3 Years Bachelor Degree
(24 subjects)

4 Years Bachelor Degree
with Integrated Freshman Year (32 subjects)

Classes commence
  September (Autumn)
  January (Winter)
  April (Spring)
Yearly Fees*

AED 60,429 / USD 16,466
*VAT 5% inclusive
Note: Yearly fees will vary depending
on number of subjects enrolled in

Finance plays a fundamental role in every organisation – whether it’s a global brand or a new start-up. Our Bachelor of Business in Finance degree is designed to offer a holistic insight into financial management of business and how to work hand-in-hand with financial intermediaries and institutions.

The Bachelor of Business in Finance degree curriculum is designed to reflect the critical techniques and skills used today in financial and corporate world with the focus on real-world issues to ensure that the curriculum is relevant and equip students with job ready skills.  The degree will also provide the opportunity to explore alternative approaches to finance, based on application of emerging digital technologies such as blockchain, crypto, artificial intelligence thereby developing the ability to innovate and manage change, globally.

Our Bachelor of Business in Finance degree provides exposure to real world issues through opportunities to work on industry projects. Students would also have the opportunity to work on simulations and financial datasets in the trading lab to gain exposure to real world skills. UOW ranked among the top 200 universities globally for Accounting and Finance in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024. This recognition highlights the quality and global relevance of our program.

Our Bachelor of Business in Finance degree has been designed to adhere to financial certifications and corporate world requirements along with the highest industry standards and forward-thinking practices such as emerging trends in Financial sector including fintech. The degree subjects are aligned with CFA curriculum and body of knowledge which enable our students to prepare for the CFA certification while completing the Bachelor of Business in Finance degree.  Pursuing professional certifications like CFA make students ready for a global career in the finance field.

The curriculum would allow students to learn about Responsible Business Management practices in alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Students would also have the opportunity to pursue internship in companies to gain valuable practical experience, enhancing their employability.  


Students can pursue double major by completing 8 core subjects (48 cp) of a second major offered under the Bachelor of Business degree. In addition, all students would also have the opportunity to pursue relevant minors in related areas of interest.


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Program Selection Guide
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Entry Requirements

Students who have excelled academically at school and meet our advance entry requirements can finish their bachelor's degree in three years, instead of the existing four-year programs. Any prospective student that does not directly qualify for an advance entry three-year program, is still able to enrol in any of our bachelor’s degree, through a one-year Freshman Year.

Admission requirements for UOWD depends on the type of high school curriculum you have followed. The requirements based on the most common high school curricula are listed below:

 

School System Bachelor Degree
Advanced Entry 
(3 Years)
Bachelor Degree
Direct Entry
(4 Years)
UAE
Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama
N/A Elite or Advanced Track 70%,
General Track 75%
Arab Countries
Al-Thanawiyyah Al-Aama
N/A 70%
American High School Diploma Overall average grade of C
(70% or 2.5/4.0) + SAT 1100
Overall average grade of C
(70% or 2.5/4.0)
Bangladesh
HSC
GPA of 4.0 / 5.0 GPA of 3.0 / 5.0
Brazil
Brazil Higher Secondary Certificate
N/A 60%
British GCE Curriculum Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects – Grade D
and Minimum of 3 A level subjects – Grade CCD

Completion of Year 13
Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects – Grade D
and 2 AS or 1 A level subject (s) – Grade D

Completion of Year 13
Chinese Senior High School 80% 60%
Colombia
Título de Bachiller Académico
N/A 3 out of 5 or
6 out of 10
International Baccalaureate Diploma 25 Points 21 Points
India
CBSE & ICSE, Grade 12
65% 50%
Iran
Pre-University Certificate
14 11
Japan
Upper Secondary School Diploma
3.8 out of 5 2.5 out of 5
Kenya 60 31
Mexico N/A 6 out of 10
Nepal
School Leaving Certificate Examination
3 out of 4 2.3 out of 4
Nigeria
WAEC & NECO
N/A Minimum of 7 subjects with no
more than 1 “Pass”
Pakistan
Higher Secondary School Certificate
88% 65%
CIS Countries
Attestat
N/A Average 3/5
South Korea
CSAT
77.5% 70%


Notes:

  • Students with qualifications from other curriculum should contact the Student Recruitment and Admissions department at UOWD to determine their eligibility.
  • All students applying from non UAE MoE curriculum must provide an equivalency of their Secondary School Certificate from the Ministry of Education, UAE; stating the completion of Grade 12. 
  • A student who does not satisfy the criteria for Equivalency of Secondary School Certificate, may be subject to conditional admission, based on receiving a Letter of No Objection to Conditional Admission issued by the Ministry.
English Language Requirements

At UOWD, all classes are taught in English and in order to enrol in a bachelor’s degree you will need to submit one of the following certificate of English language proficiency:

 

English Language Testing Bachelor Degree
Advance Entry 
(3 Years)*
Bachelor Degree
Direct Entry
(4 Years)**
IELTS
Academic
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0
& Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading
& Writing Minimum score of 5.0 inListening & Speaking
Overall IELTS (Academic) score
of 5.0 & Minimum score of 5.0 in
Reading & Writing
TOEFL
Internet-based
79 with not less than 20 in Writing,
18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 
16 in Speaking
61
TOEFL
Computer based
213 with a 4.0
TWE/Essay Writing 
173
TOEFL***
International paper based
550 with a 4.0
TWE/Essay Writing 
500


Notes:

* Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS and no more than one score (either in reading or writing) between 5.0 and 6.0 will be given the opportunity to complete a remedial subject in the first semester as a condition for progression.

** Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS (or equivalent) and a minimum score of 6.0 in reading and writing(or equivalent) are eligible for advanced standing for English Language subjects.

*** Students admitted under this criterion must complete the test at AMIDEAST.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you are seeking advanced standing status, you will need to submit an official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and the grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) for the courses you have successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.

To make an application for your chosen program, complete the online application form and submit it along with all your supporting documentation (see below) prior to the application deadline.

Late applications may be accepted subject to the availability of places but applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Supporting Documentation

Please ensure that all these documents accompany your application for admission form submittal:

  • An original or certified copy of your secondary school records
  • A Statement or Certificate of Completion of secondary school
  • Proof of your English language proficiency

(Note: Results from IELTS & TOEFL tests may be sent to the University directly from the IELTS or TOEFL testing centres quoting the UOWD institution code IELTS: AE109 / TOEFL: 7907)

  • UAE ID (if applying from within the UAE)
  • A copy of your passport (and Residence Visa, if resident in the UAE).

Additionally, if you are seeking advance standing in your chosen program:

  • Certified copies of official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) of the courses you successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.
Applicants who completed high school within UAE

All applicants for admission who have completed the Thanaweya Al-Amma must get their certificates attested by the UAE Ministry of Education.

Applicants from all other curriculum, who have completed their high school from UAE, are required to obtain equivalency of their high school qualifications from the UAE Ministry of Education.

In these circumstances, you will be provisionally admitted to the University and permitted to commence the first semester of study, subject to you obtaining the required attestation/equivalency.

Applicants who completed high school outside UAE

You must have your secondary school records and Certificates of Completion certified by:

  1. The issuing Board of Secondary Education OR a recognised authority for secondary education
  2. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
  3. The UAE Embassy in that host country OR the Embassy of the host country in UAE must attest the authenticity of the documents and attestations and the UAE ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In special cases where complying with conditions (2) and (3) are not feasible, the certificates may be verified against originals by Embassies in the UAE and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In these circumstances, you will be provisionally admitted to the University and permitted to commence the first semester of study.

If you are unable to secure the attestations as outlined above you will be asked to sign a “Consent to Provide Documents” form agreeing to secure the equivalency. You will be permitted to commence your studies at UOWD, but will be given a maximum of one semester to obtain the attested certificate(s). UOWD reserves the right to take appropriate action against any applicant who cannot secure the appropriate documentation in this time, which may result in the termination of the student’s enrolment at UOWD.

For more information or assistance on attesting documents from outside UAE, click here.

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Program Structure

To qualify for the Bachelor of Business (Finance), a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit points (cp) which includes first year foundation subjects, Major Subjects, Integrative Business Capstone and General Electives.

  • First Year
  • Second Year
  • Third Year
  • Other Requirements

First Year Foundation Subjects

This subject introduces students to the role and use of accounting information in a variety of organisations and society. Students evaluate both financial and non-financial reports and their impact on accountability, decision-making and corporate governance. The subject introduces students to various analytical techniques in order to make sound decisions in a variety of business and social settings.

The subject introduces basic accounting systems (double entries), concepts and techniques to identify, classify, process, record and present accounting and financial information. This subject train students on how to prepare account and financial statements.

The subject provides students with a conceptual tool kit for understanding and practicing responsible and ethical commerce in managing environment, globalization, technology, anti-corruption, labour and human rights. Working with industry, students will examine these issues from a variety of theoretical and practical perspectives and apply them to contemporary commercial contexts.

The aim of the subject is to introduce students to quantitative techniques and their application to the business world with an emphasis on the decision-making process. Students will be trained in the use of computer based software and models to analyze quantitative information for business decision-making.

This subject introduces students to essential macroeconomic and microeconomic ideas, models and reasoning, which helps them to understand various economic issues. The subject will demonstrate the importance of economics on business and society, and will stimulate greater awareness of economic approaches to the analysis of contemporary social issues.

This subject introduces fundamental concepts of corporate and personal finance, and the relationship with financial planning. Students are equipped with fundamental skills to understand the concept of time value of money, as applied to solving cash flow valuation problems within the context of corporate and personal finance. The subject also explores ethical issues in managing finance.

Effective participation in a range of business, political, social, environmental and cultural contexts requires an understanding of legal concepts, processes and institutions. In LAW 101 Introduction to Law, students will gain an understanding of the nature and sources of law, the institutions and processes that underpin the Australian legal system, and the practical skills required to find, use and understand the law. Students also gain foundational knowledge in areas of private law including contract, tort and consumer law, as well as an introduction to criminal law concepts. Upon completion of this subject, students are expected to gain both the knowledge and skills base necessary to pursue further legal studies.

Students are required to choose an additional ONE Subject from the list below

This subject introduces students to the economic analysis of contemporary social issues particularly: inequality, human resources, the environment, growth and development, and international trade, among others and the institutions that play a significant role in shaping them. The emphasis will be on policy-relevant examples from both the domestic and international contexts. The exact list of topics may vary between offerings. The subject serves as a vehicle to introduce the important role of economic analysis in a globalized world. The subject will benefit a broad group of students, interested in understanding the economic interpretation of contemporary policy issues, as well those who have specific interests in various subfields of Economics.

This subject gives students the tools and frameworks to understand, create and action unique innovative ideas to super wicked problems using the globally-recognised United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Through the use of systems thinking principles, students will apply an interconnected approach to tackling societal, biosphere and economic global challenges. Students will have the opportunity to collaborate with University students from across UOW to brainstorm ideas, workshop ideas with industry professionals and pitch ideas to experts.

Marketing is a set of activities and processes for creating, communicating and delivering offerings and facilitating satisfying exchange relationships in a way that delivers value for consumers and society. Organisations need to know how to define and segment a market and how to position themselves strongly by identifying marketing opportunities and problems, and developing products, services, experiences and ideas for chosen target markets more effectively than their competitors. Marketing is essential for all organisations including manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, professional services firms including lawyers, accountants and architects, and non-profit institutions including charities and museums. The subject examines the fundamental concepts underpinning the marketing process and theories relevant to the study and practice of marketing. It serves as a foundation for further studies in business by developing an overview of where marketing fits within organisations and what framework marketing provides for enhancing and enabling the conduct of a business.

This subject introduces management as a process designed to communicate and coordinate action to achieve organisational objectives. The subject introduces students to the concepts of managing and organisations through dominant management perspectives and theories. Students will develop skills relating to critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills as tools for analysing management and organisational issues.

This subject introduces the theory and practice of communication in social and professional settings, to develop competencies in a fundamental and important human practice which is also a valuable workplace skill. This subject focuses on culturally sensitive, respectful, ethical, and effective communication, personally and professionally, using a range of modes and environments. It examines and discusses cultural, organisational, and interpersonal communication processes, and incorporates practical professional skills including presentations and writing for focussed purposes such as academia and social media. Other concepts addressed, which assist in building relationships and understanding, are non-verbal communication, active listening, and feedback.

This subject introduces students to the principles and techniques of supply chain management, which involves the entire lifecycle of products and services from creation to delivery. Within this subject, students will learn the main functions and trade-offs associated with managing supply chains, and the impact of risks and disruptions on supply chain performance. Through practical examples, students will examine contemporary issues such as sustainability, modern slavery, and humanitarian logistics, equipping them with the foundational knowledge required for more advanced study in supply chain management.

 

Major Subjects

The objective of this subject is to provide an introduction to the fundamental quantitative techniques and underlying concepts and theories in investment, financing and working capital management decisions facing corporations. For students to successfully complete this subject, students are required to be able to compute, interpret and apply a range of quantitative measures in order to assist in making optimal financial decisions as well as understand the fundamental concepts and theories in finance. The main topics covered in this subject include financial mathematics, valuation of financial and productive assets, risk and return, cost of capital, working capital management, capital structure and dividend policy.

This subject deals with security analysis and portfolio management. The subject is both descriptive, dealing with a range of securities and the market they operate in, and theoretical, considering theories of the market and the equilibrium prices of securities. Topics covered include portfolio theory and the capital asset pricing model, portfolio management, company, industry and market analysis, investment strategies and the evaluation of portfolio performance.

This subject introduces students to the use of financial tools in an international context. The subject covers the basic techniques of finance and these are then related to international financial markets, institutions and practice. Students learn to evaluate the relationship between risk and expected return from international investments and develop an understanding of short and long-term international debt and equity capital markets.

This subject covers the terminology, key players and financial instruments underlying sustainable finance. Emphasis is placed on the role of finance in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The subject equips students with the required knowledge for the analysis of sustainability issues. Topics covered include climate finance, green finance, social impact, greenwashing, corporate social responsibility (CSR), regulation, environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing and ethical practices in the finance industry.

General Elective Subjects

Students are required to choose an additional FOUR elective subjects, each worth 6 credit points, from the school's approved list.

This subject examines the emerging role of technology in the digitalization of business. The aim of the subject is to lay the foundational understanding of the current and emerging technologies that are revolutionizing the business world. Topics covered include: current and emerging technologies for digitalization of business; E-business and digital platforms; digital infrastructure; web technologies, information management; computational thinking, business analytics and social implications of digitalization. This subject will provide hands-on experience in the use of Web 3.0 technologies as well as business analytics software.

* Highly Recommended Elective Subject


Major Subjects

The subject explores the trading and market microstructure of financial markets. Topics covered include order types and market structures, the trading process, market participants, liquidity measures and volatility. Simulation software will be used to allow students to engage in real-time trading and evaluate the performance of trading strategies. Issues surrounding technological developments in trading, such as high-frequency trading and algorithmic trading, will be discussed and analysed.

Choose any TWO of the below

This subject develops knowledge and skills in the principles and techniques of financial information analysis. Students are introduced to the language, concepts and assumptions used by accountants to prepare financial statements and then use a business analysis framework to: 1) critically evaluate financial statements as data sources for business decisions, including investment opportunities, and 2) for the extraction of decision useful information from other publicly available accounting information sources. Analytical principles and techniques are then applied to key aspects of business performance to evaluate investment opportunities in a particular business entity.

This subject examines advanced aspects of the financial management of corporate resources with an emphasis on issues in financial planning and strategy. Topics include firm governance and the role of shareholders and stakeholders, the management of corporate debt and equity, mergers and acquisitions, financial distress and restructuring, and financial architecture and strategies. Special attention is given to the increasing complexity of the business environment and departure from the assumptions of an ideal capital markets.

The subject examines alternative assets such as hedge funds, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, cryptocurrency and derivatives. The subject will analyse the risk and return profile of these alternative assets classes and their role in a diversified investment portfolio. Specific attention will be focused on liquidity risk in alternative assets. Students will use industry software to evaluate the financial performance of different asset classes.

This subject examines bank lending, financial risks faced by banks and the strategies used to manage these risks. Key risks covered include credit, market, liability, liquidity, interest rate, technology and sovereign risk. The subject also explores bank’s off-balance sheet activities, bank regulation and the prudential supervision within the international banking framework. Particular attention is focussed on the emergence of new digital technologies in banking services, such as alternative lending, payments, and digital currencies.

Capstone

Integrative Business Capstone enables students to apply the principles of ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable commerce in a simulated business environment. The subject is based on a series of lectures and an action based learning project. Students will be required to make multidisciplinary interactive decisions based on sound ethical, socially responsible and sustainable practice.

General Elective Subjects

Students are required to choose an additional FOUR elective subjects, each worth 6 credit points, from the school's approved list.

This course is a Stanford-informed approach to learning innovation and entrepreneurship that can be applied to any high-growth enterprise or other organisation in the UAE. The class is composed of three modules: - Module 1: Design Thinking - Module 2: Entrepreneurship - Module 3: Growth and Leadership. The course is appropriate for undergraduate students at a third year level or advanced second year level. Each session would include a mix of the following components: lecture, discussion and an interactive activity in class to facilitate the development of an innovative business idea.

* Highly Recommended Elective Subject


Choose One Emirati Studies*

The societies and places in which we live are very complex, and the interactions of individuals, as well as social institutions, have a direct impact on the life path we take. This course provides an engaging and accessible introduction to urban sociology and the study of cities, with particular focus on the experience of the UAE and Dubai. We’ll examine a number of substantive urban topics, including but not limited to the growth of cities and urban spaces in the UAE, sustainable development and practices, and the ‘built’ environment.

This course will introduce Public Health as an interdisciplinary science concerned with topics central to the population of U.A.E and on a wider scale of GCC region with regard to their physical, mental, and social well- being. The course focuses on current pertinent public health problems, assessing causation and examining intervention and management strategies at personal, social, and organizational levels.

This course offers an overview of the UAE’s rapidly emerging significance and its increased roles in global networks of international relations and diplomacy. Within that overview, the course examines the internal dynamics of the UAE, in particular, the priorities that emerge from a specific workforce dependency, a construction and tourism industry that looks ‘East’ as much as it does ‘West’. Thus the new ‘Look East’ policy complements the country’s historical partnership with the Western states. With the expansion of its global ties and relations, the UAE also becomes more sensitive to transnational issues, such as immigration, fluctuations in international markets or terrorism.

This subject aims to provide an understanding of relations and interactions between society and environment, including impact of societies on the Earth and its processes. Topics covered include the agricultural, industrial and urban revolutions; governance of environments; Indigenous land management; climate change; sustainability; and environmental impacts in the context of the Anthropocene.

This course aims to provide students with critical thinking perspectives about the relationship between history, religion and culture, in this case, the formation of Islamic culture(s). A sociological introduction to the study of Islamic culture will introduce students to the emergence of Islam in its 7th century historical context, its relationship to the other monotheistic traditions of the region, its growth into the dominant cultural paradigm of the Near East by the 9th century, alongside its impact and contribution to key fields of medieval science and knowledge. A historical approach will help students acquire familiarity with key Islamic texts, institutions, concepts of authority, traditions of jurisprudence and spirituality, artistic expressions, as well as milestones in Islamic history. The course wraps up with a discussion of issues central to contemporary debates relating to Islamic culture, such as identity, gender, multiculturalism, pluralism, secularism and religiosity.

* Students must complete 6 credit points (cp) of General Education subjects in the area of Emirati Studies as part of the 144 cp.

Note: If you enrolled at the University before Autumn 2024 and have already completed some GED subjects, you may continue with your original study plan to fulfill your graduation requirements. Alternatively, you may choose to follow the new guidelines by completing one GED subject in the Emirati Studies category from the list above and transferring any completed GED subjects to Electives if permitted by your degree plan.

For support and guidance on this option, please consult an officer at the Academic Success Centre or speak with the Academic Advisor in your School.


Program Outcomes

The major in Finance prepares graduates to make suitable strategic financial decisions by evaluating financial and non-financial information. Graduates are trained to apply problem solving and analytical skills in financial decision making. The program also equips graduates with job ready skills in valuation, equity trading, modern lending practices and financial services innovations like Fintech.

Completing this program will give several exciting career opportunities that include roles such as Corporate Finance Manager, Equity Trader, Business Partner, Corporate Financial Controller, Internal Finance Head, Fintech Strategist, Financial Analyst and Financial Consultant. The degree would open opportunities for employment in both public and private sector across the world. 

Accreditation and Recognition

All degrees at the University of Wollongong in Dubai are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and are licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). In addition, the degree is quality assured by UOW, which is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator of the higher education sector in Australia.

Also, all business degrees of the University of Wollongong are accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Students will be issued a UOW Australia degree upon graduation.

Professional Accreditation

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

AACSB

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) provides an international seal of approval for business programs that ensures the educational needs of students are met through high quality, continuous improvement and excellence in education. This globally recognised accreditation has been awarded to only the top five percent of the world’s business schools.

CFA Institute®

CFA Institute®

The Bachelor of Business (Finance) is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. This status is granted to institutions whose degree program(s) incorporate at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), which provide students with a solid grounding in the CBOK and positions them well to sit for the CFA exams. In addition, students are strongly recommended to complete the free online learning module, Ethics and Standards of Practice available through the CFA Institute®.

Dr Haroon Khan

Associate Professor
Discipline Leader (Finance & Accounting)

Dr Haroon Khan is an associate Professor and the Finance Program Director in the University of Wollongong in Dubai.

He received his PhD in 2011 from IAE, Graduate School of Management, Aix-en-Provence, & ESSEC, Paris, France, with specialisation in Strategic and Entrepreneurial Finance.

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Dr Burcu Kapar

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Dr Kashif Saleem

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Dr Vikash Ramiah

Associate Professor
Head of Postgraduate Studies (HPS)

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Dr Namrata Gupta

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Dr Osama Al-Hares

Associate Professor
Director (Postgraduate Programs)

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Dr Khairul Anuar Kamarudin

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Dr Faisal Rana

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Dr Noor Ulain Rizvi

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Dr Muhabie Mekonnen Mengistu

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Dr Flevy Lasrado

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