Overview
College of Business and Economics (CBE)
Dire Dawa University
Building Future Business Leaders
Established in 2007 as a founding faculty, the College of Business and Economics plays a crucial role in developing Ethiopia's skilled workforce.
As an Applied Science University, we are committed to delivering high-quality education focused on Business, Economics, and Technology.
We actively support regional development through professional assistance, consultancy, and industry collaboration.
Expertise & Collaboration
Oasis of Knowledge — Established Excellence, Since 1999 E.C. (2006/07 G.C.)
The College of Business and Economics stands as one of the distinguished excellence areas of Dire Dawa University, Ethiopia's premier applied science institution, serving as a foundational pillar since the University's inception and remaining unwaveringly committed to producing ethically grounded, intellectually rigorous, and practically skilled graduates who drive national development and economic transformation. As an applied science university, we go beyond traditional theory to embed real-world problem solving, industry-linked research, and hands-on experience into every facet of learning — ensuring our graduates emerge not merely as degree holders, but as innovators, leaders, and change makers ready to bridge the gap between public policy and private sector dynamism.
- 1 Accounting and Finance
- 2 Banking and Finance
- 3 Economics
- 4 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- 5 Marketing Management
- 6 Management
- 7 Public Administration and Development Management
- 1 Accounting and Finance
- 2 Development Economics
- 3 Development Management
- 4 Environmental and Natural Resource Economics
- 5 Finance and Investment
- 6 Governance
- 7 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- 8 Marketing Management
- 9 MBA (Masters of Business Administration)
- 10 Public Policy Studies
Consultancy Services
The College operates a dedicated Consultancy Service Unit offering professional advisory and technical assistance to government institutions, NGOs, private enterprises, and international development partners, delivering evidence-based solutions through diagnostics, policy analysis, feasibility studies, strategic planning, institutional capacity assessments, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and tailored training interventions. The Unit is administratively housed under the School of Management Studies.
Center of Excellence
The College hosts the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Center of Excellence, a regional hub for research, innovation, and capacity building. It collaborates with industry, government, and international partners to enhance supply chain efficiency, promote best practices, and strengthen trade logistics, warehousing, transportation, and inventory management.
Certified Trainers, Consultants & Coaches
| Lecturers | 87+ |
| Assistant Professors | 9+ |
| PhD | 9+ |
| Associate Professors | 1 |
| Professors | 1 |
| Total Academic Staff | 120+ |
"Excellence in Education, Leadership in Development, Commitment to Service."
Connect With Us
Location: College of Business and Economics Building, Dire Dawa University Main Campus
Website:www.ddu.edu.et
College Dean: Eyoel Edosa (Assistant Professor)
Phone:+251 94 643 8945
Email:eyoel96.ee@gmail.com
Who We Serve
- Prospective students
- Researchers
- Government & NGOs
- Private enterprises
- International development partners
- The wider community
Our Graduates & Statistics
Graduated Students
Current Students
Academic Staff
Departments
Our Leadership
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Head Management
📞 +251 900 000 001
✉ se@soc.edu
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Head of Economics
📞 +251 910 000 002
✉ it@soc.edu
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Head of Banking and Finance
📞 +251 910 000 002
✉ it@soc.edu
Uknwon
Head of Accounting and Finance
📞 +251 910 000 002
✉ it@soc.edu
Uknwon
Head of Marketing Management
📞 +251 910 000 002
✉ it@soc.edu
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Head of Land and Real Property
📞 +251 920 000 003
✉ cs@soc.edu
