Faculties & Staff

Dr. Hoffman has been with Synergy University Dubai since 2016. He completed his Master’s degree from UK and PhD from Switzerland and has 32 years of experience.

Before joining Synergy University Dubai, he used to manage Commercial Operations and Manpower Development. His portfolio includes In-structural Course Designs and Evaluations, Manpower Training/Coaching/leadership development, Performance Management, Financial management, Process/System, and Customer service optimization.

Aside from being a full-time Academic Faculty, Dr. Hoffman’s vast industry experience involves General Management & Operations, Trainer, Lecturer, Business Consultant, Professional and Learning & Development Coach- specializing in Productivity, Leadership/Management and Commercial Management of multi-site / multi-brand operations across wide geographical areas. 
He is also giving his services in other types of work including supervising final works of graduates, guiding the scientific research and practice of students.

Additional subjects: 

• Organizational behavior 
• Strategic Human Resource Management 
• Management theory 
• Communication and organizational culture 
• Change management 
• Quality management 
• Strategic organizational diagnosis and design

Dr. Hoffman shares valuable insights that drive employee engagement in the workplace. Ethical HEROES encompasses positive change, personal development, ethics, and leadership effectiveness. Ethical HEROES, which is a practical workbook, is based on comprehensive management and leadership research. Also, the workbook reveals two leadership frameworks called “HEROES (acronym) and the Growth Triangle” that underpin key foundational actionable insights.

The book also takes the reader on a treasure hunt to identify character strengths that serve as insights to inspire leaders to excel beyond expectations. Therefore, applying the fundamentals shared by the author can provide structure and strategy towards personal and or organizational growth. The leadership frameworks “HEROES and the Growth Triangle” have proven themselves as competent enablers in the pursuit of improved managerial efficiency and leadership effectiveness. Furthermore, the building blocks advocated in this workbook run in parallel with the practical exercises at the end of every chapter, which are valuable engagement tools to enhance competence, self-confidence, and self-determination.

Consequently, engagement with Ethical HEROES can enhance one’s assertiveness, competence, and determination towards excelling in the workplace. Therefore, Ethical HEROES encourages leaders to adopt responsive and responsible leadership practices that can nurture engaging, inspiring, innovative, and ethical workplace environments.

Mr. Hussein has been with Synergy University Dubai since 2014. He holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from USA and a PhD in Computer Engineering from Quebec, Canada.

Before joining Synergy University, he used to teach: Cryptography and Network Security, Circuit Analysis and Design, Electronic, Digital Logic Design, Micro processing, Microcontroller, Engineering Graphics and Design, Computational Fluid Dynamic, Thermodynamics, Java, Programming , Object oriented Programming, Game Programming, Computer Organization & Assembly Language, Database Management Systems

Mr. Hussein is a proud member of Association of Computing Machinery (ACM). In addition, he was a reviewer for 31st Annual International Computer Software and Applications Conference (COMPSAC 2007) and a member of Internal Technical Committee of Al Khwarizmi International University College, TECHFEST 2012 and ILM 2012 in Abu Dhabi.

Mr. Malik has been with Synergy University Dubai since 2017. He holds an MBA with specialization in Finance and is currently pursuing his Doctor of Finance. 

Prior to joining Synergy University, he used to conduct practical classes, examinations and tests on the following disciplines: Basic Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Quantitative Analysis, Statistical Inference, and Operation Management; Business Research Methodology, Statistical Inference for Managers, Business Mathematics and Statistics. He also provides guidance of course work writing and thesis writing. 

Mr. Ekundayo has been with Synergy University Dubai since 2016. He completed his Master’s degree in 2016 and his PhD in 2017. 

Over the past three years, he has been upgrading his qualifications on different programs like “Certified Research Expert (CRE), Accredited Project Quality Manager (APQM), Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt (CSSMBB).

Ms. Naela has been with Synergy University Dubai since 2016. She is currently studying towards her MA in Engineering Management, which she hopes to complete by 2019.

Prior to joining Synergy University Dubai, she used to teach IT related subjects which includes Information Security and Data Protection, Network routing and switching, Strategic Network Management, Wireless Network, Information System and Process, Restaurant Design and Conceptualization, Local Area Network, Networking and Telecommunication and Introduction to Application Development.
Her professional experience also includes working as a Trainer for IWAN Centre and Women Leadership at Women’s Affairs. She also participated in 2017 at Aruba Wireless Conference & Firewall Security (Fortinet) Conference. 

Previously he was teaching business administration curriculum (BTEC Level 2), business image, business communication, business environment courses, Introduction to Computers, Computer Training (Microsoft Office Applications), Windows, Information and Communications Technology. Research Methods, Assessing Information Needs, Network Administration, Database Concepts, Management of Information Organizations, Advanced Computer Literacy. He possesses professional skills of Windows Operating Systems, Office 365, HTML concepts, Visual Basic, relational databases, wireless technologies, LAN & WAN topology concepts, PBX telephone systems and Pl/SQl Statements, Certified GED Examiner, TAFE Vocational Assessor Candidate.

He has provided his teaching services in Abu Dhabi Vocational & Technical Institute Dubai, UAE. He is a Career development mentor, an expert in vocational, technology, and career-oriented resources. He worked as an Adult Reference Librarian & Technology Trainer at Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Atlanta. He rendered his services as News Research Librarian at Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He also worked as a Government Documents Librarian, Circulation Assistant in Library, and Computer Lab Monitor Paralegal Clerk.

• · Master’s degree – Library & Information Studies (Florida State University, 2004)
• · Bachelor’s degree – Business Administration (Florida A&M University, 1999)

Previously, he served as a lecturer in IT Department and Career Development Program in Sharjah University. He also served as a lecturer in IT department of Ajman University. Moreover, he served as a part time lecturer in Al Mansour University – Iraq. He rendered his services as a lab assistant and lecturer in Computer Science Department of Saddam University. He is used to working closely with Colleagues, Students, Administration and Dean. He is confident in addressing different audiences. He is experienced in working with a diverse range of students. Furthermore, he is also an advisor at Open Days. His publications include “3D Shape Extraction from Uncelebrated Environment and Video Camera”. In addition “Image Registration Using Genetic Algorithms”. He attended courses of Competence in Teaching and Learning and The Active Lecture.

• Master’s degree – MSc. in Computer Sciences (Iraq, 1999)
• Bachelor’s degree – BSc. In Computer Sciences (Iraq, 1996)

Ms. Lina Assylbekova is employed as an accountant-general in Synergy University Dubai and is responsible for preparing asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information, documenting financial transactions by entering account information & other.

Graduated from the Russian State University of Trade and Economics with a degree in Global Economy. In 2009 he defended his thesis on the specialty "Economics and management of the national economy" on the subject "Russian defense industry complex in the arms market: competitiveness management."
He completed internships at the London Business School under the International Finance program and at the Swiss Business School under the European Financial Market program.
Research Interests: International Finance; development issues of the BRICS countries.
At the University, he oversees educational activities for educational programs that are being implemented.