Business Forward 2022 Annual Event: Devaluation, external debt and the private sector
On December 4, Business Forward, the AUC School of Business knowledge portal, hosted its fifth annual event under the title “Egypt’s Economy 2023: Structural Reform Amidst A Volatile Global Outlook” at AUC Tahrir Square’s Ewart Memorial Hall. Here is a recap of the event in case you missed it.
School of Business Hosts 2022 CEMS Graduation at Giza Pyramids
For the first time, AUC’s School of Business hosted the 2022 CEMS Annual Events and Master of International Management (MIM) graduation ceremony at the Pyramids of Giza, celebrating the graduation of more than 1,200 CEMS graduates representing 78 nationalities from 34 business schools around the world.
Eltoukhy Learning Factory: New Teaching Environment to Promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The first of its kind in Egypt, Eltoukhy Learning Factory for Innovation and Entrepreneurship brings together AUC students, faculty, entrepreneurs and industry. It will help students strengthen their multi-disciplinary and problem-solving skills, preparing them for careers in diverse professional sectors.
A Floating Pound: Currency Devaluation in Egypt
The Egyptian pound has dropped dramatically against the dollar after the Central Bank of Egypt announced the flotation of Egypt’s currency on October 27, as the Egyptian government secured a three-billion dollar loan from the International Monetary Fund
African business schools’ deans launch their climate leadership initiative at AUC School of Business
On November 7, AUC School of Business hosted a roundtable for deans of six leading African business schools as well as representatives from the African Chapter of the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) and the European Business Schools for Climate Leadership (BS4CL), who gathered to launch of the Business Schools for Climate Leadership (BS4CL Africa) initiative. Find out more here.
Balancing the Scales
As major flooding wracks Pakistan, droughts choke much of East Africa and wildfires raze Australia, it is becoming clear that the consequences of climate change are not distributed equally across the globe. Industrialized countries in the Global North, particularly those with strong colonial histories, have the worst carbon emission records.
AUC School of Business hosts the 15th Edition of the Eduniversal World Convention: Notable attendees reflect on their experiences
AUC School of Business hosted the 15th edition of the annual Eduniversal World Convention for the first time in Egypt, hosting more than 100 delegates from 30 different countries around the world. Find out more about the four-day event in this article.
Beginning Again: Rejoining the workforce as a manager, how executive education empowers women to chart new opportunities
Designed to address the developmental needs of professionals considering a transition into management, the Management Acceleration Program provides participants with the required foundational functional knowledge and key interpersonal skills needed to successfully manage their new roles and responsibilities. Learn more about the participants' experience in this article.
Pressing Needs in the Learning and Development Landscape in Egypt: What Corporates and Training Providers Need to Know
AUC School of Business Executive Education released a report exploring Egypt's learning and development landscape. Learn more about the report findings in this article.
Finomics '22: First on Campus Stock Market Simulation
This September, AUC School of Business launched the first stock market exchange simulation on campus, Finomics ’22. The week-long event, aimed to teach students about stock exchange through live face-to-face competitions. Find out more in this recap.
AUC School of Business hosts AACSB info session for business schools across the region
On September 25, The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) and its member AUC School of Business hosted an Information Session for regional business schools on the value of the AACSB International Membership and Accreditation. Read to learn more about this initiative.
‘Greening’ Real Estate: AUC to Host Collaborative Program on Climate-Adaptive Development
Futures Lab, an upcoming retreat hosted by the AUC Innovation Hub and New Silk Roads, will encourage collaboration between business leaders, architects, researchers and policymakers to explore how the future of Egyptian real estate may be adapted to climate change-related challenges.
From Abroad or Coming Home, AUC Welcomes New Faculty
Coming from abroad or returning to their alma mater, AUC welcomed a new cohort of around 40 faculty members this fall. While some members are experiencing Egypt for the first time, having moved from their homes in Germany, South Korea and more, other members are turning to their alma mater. News@AUC interviewed five members of this diverse cohort on their research, their decision to join AUC, and what they are looking forward to this year.
New frontier for KCC case studies; find our cases on Sage Publishing
El-Khazindar Business Research and Case Center at AUC School of Business partners with Sage Publications, one of the most globally renowned and reputable publishing houses, to have a collection of KCC’s case studies listed on the Sage Business Cases database alongside a range of highly esteemed partner universities.
Celebrating 25 Years of Professor Nagla Rizk at AUC School of Business
“Why we are here today is why AUC has been for the last 100 years making all the difference.” – Dean Sherif Kamel.