Strathclyde MBA alumnus selected as UAE finalist in the Study UK Awards

Strathclyde MBA alumnus Mr Abdulaziz Al Mulla has been selected as a National Finalist of the Business and Innovation Award in the United Arab Emirates. 

The Study UK Alumni Awards 2026 award is organised by the British Council and the UAE finalists are exceptional alumni who are making a meaningful impact in the UAE and across the wider region following their UK education.

H.E. Abdulaziz Al Mulla, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority, has more than 20 years in strategic investment and fiscal policy. Formerly CEO of DIF & DFSF, he led major restructurings and landmark tax reforms, enhancing transparency and competitiveness. He holds an MBA (Strathclyde), Exec MBA (Georgetown), Big Data MSc (ESCP), and LLM summa cum laude (Paris II).

The Business and Innovation Award recognises alumni who are active in initiating and contributing to innovative or creative new ideas, solutions or business opportunities, that have the potential for growth.

Published: 17 March 2026



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