Anglo-American University in Prague: Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Anglo-American University (AAU)

• Mission: To prepare learners for leading a meaningful and prosperous life by cultivating critical thinking, effective communication, and responsible action through personalized and transformative learning. AAU also aims to be a leading learning hub connecting study programs, research, and real-world experience.

• Founded: 1990

• Founders: Jansen Raichl and Dr. Vlasta Raichlová

• Key People:

• Dr. Jiří Schwarz (President)

• George Hays II, Ph.D. (Interim Dean of the School of International Relations & Diplomacy)

• Headquarters: Thurn-Taxis Palace, Letenská 120/5, 118 00 Prague 1, Czech Republic

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Notable For: Being the oldest English-speaking university in the Czech Republic. AAU is recognized for its diverse and international faculty, dynamic small class sizes, and dual accreditation providing both American and European degrees.

Products (Educational Programs)

Undergraduate Programs

• Disciplines Offered:

• Psychology

• International & European Legal Studies

• International Relations

• Business Administration

• Humanities, Society, & Culture

• Journalism & Media Studies

• Visual Arts Studies

Graduate Programs

• Programs Offered:

• International Business & Policy

• International Relations & Diplomacy

• Liberal Studies

Study Abroad Options

• Semester, short-term, and long-term study abroad programs are available.

Key Features of Programs

• Small dynamic class sizes averaging 17 students per class.

• A student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1.

• Diverse community with students from over 80 nationalities.

• Programs are accredited by both the WASC Senior College and University Commission (USA) and the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic.

Recent Developments

• New Dean Appointment (February 3, 2025): George Hays II has been appointed as the interim dean of the School of International Relations & Diplomacy at AAU.

• Erasmus & Exchange Opportunities (January 30, 2025): Applications for Erasmus and other exchanges for the 2025/26 academic year are now open.

• International Journalism Course (January 24, 2025): The International Journalism (JRN 323) course is reinstated this spring, providing a hands-on newsroom experience.

• New Courses and Programs: Information regarding new courses or specific new program features recently launched was not provided.

• Partnerships: AAU maintains partnerships with over 40 universities around the world, enhancing its international exchange and study programs.

• Campus and Student Experience: The university continues to offer a rich student life experiences with numerous clubs, events, and networking opportunities, as evidenced by testimonials from alumni and current students.

Note: No financial data, number of employees, or specific recent product developments outside of academic courses and exchanges were provided.