Department of Management

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Overview, Vision, Mission, Core Values, Affiliated Programs, and Staff Profile

The Department of Management at Bule Hora University, established under the College of Business and Economics, is one of the oldest departments, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, including a BA in Management, MBA in Management, MA in Project Management, and PhD in Management. The department aims to produce skilled professionals capable of managing various organizational functions, solving complex problems, and adapting to competitive environments.

Vision is to become a leading center of excellence in management education,

Mission focuses on providing quality teaching, research, and community engagement to develop ethical and innovative leaders. The department upholds

core values such as

integrity

professionalism,

teamwork, and

excellence.

Affiliated programs include Human Resources Management, Marketing Management, Operations Management, and Financial Management. The Undergraduate Program (BA in Management) prepares students for managerial roles, while the Graduate Program (MBA, MA, PhD) enhances advanced leadership and research skills. Admission requirements for undergraduate studies include a high school diploma, while graduate programs require a relevant bachelor’s degree (and a master’s degree for PhD applicants). Below is a staff profile table for key department members:

Department of Management - Staff Profile (2025)

No.	Full Name	Academic Rank	Qualification	Contact Information
1	Sofi Badi Mohammed (Head)	Lecturer	MSc	Email: sofi.badi@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251934064914
2	Shashi Kant Mehender	Assistant Professor	PhD	Email: shashi.kant@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251985414790
3	Damtew Basha Chewaka	Assistant Professor	PhD	Email: dbc@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251917136381
4	Dawit Udessa Gede	Assistant Professor	PhD	Email: dawitudessa@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251913476535
5	Metasebiya Adula	Assistant Professor	PhD	Phone: +251932532619
6	Aman Negawo Sefawo	Lecturer	MSc	Email: amaan.nagawoo@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251916111300
7	Adamu Alemu Satena	Lecturer	MSc	Email: adamu.alemu@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251928735813
8	Aynetu Terefe Alem	Lecturer	MSc	Email: aynetu.terefe@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251933218140
9	Desalegn Sore Hetole	Lecturer	MSc	Email: N/A Phone: N/A
10	Mohammed Isak Ibrahim	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251925744261
11	Gezu Garoma Deresa	Lecturer	MSc	Email: gazu.garuma@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251917677180
12	Tegene Tesfaye Degefa	Lecturer	MSc	Email: tesfaye@bhu.edu.et Phone: +251986265602
13	Mustefa Haji Abubakar	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251972889969
14	Kebede Aseffa Debelo	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251934242051
15	Getnet Worke Abate	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251912393434
16	Gemechu Geda	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251934223313
17	Gemechu Tufa Mirga	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251913335257
18	Dembi Dugo	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251911041062
19	Gemechis Fikadu	Lecturer	MSc	Phone: +251910224292

Key Highlights:

Leadership:
- Head of Department: Mr. Sofi Badi Mohammed (MSc, Lecturer)
Faculty Composition:
- 4 Assistant Professors (PhD holders)
- 15 Lecturers (MSc holders)
- Gender Distribution: 17 Male, 1 Female (Metasebiya Adula).
Specializations:
- General Management, Leadership, HRM, Organizational Behavior, and Business Strategy.
Office Hub:
- Primary offices in Block 124 (Aba Gada Jilo Building) and adjacent blocks.
Research Focus:
- Ongoing projects in Ethiopian business ecosystems, SME development, and leadership studies.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Email: management.dept@bhu.edu.et (generic)
- Phone: +251934064914 (HoD direct line).

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Department of Management