English Faculty News
Graduation of New Class of Executive Master's (EMBA) Students at Faculty of Business
Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, attended the graduation ceremony of a new class of Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) students on Sunday evening, June 1, 2025. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Ayman Sheteiwy, Dean of the Faculty of Business; Dr. Saeed Abdelaziz, former Governor of Sharkia and former Dean of the Faculty of Business; Dr. Farid El-Sahn, Executive Director of the Professional Graduate Studies Unit at the Faculty of Business; Engineer Wael Lotfy, Chairman and Managing Director of Engineering for the Petroleum and Process Industries Company (ENPPI); Major General Hazem Badr El-Din, Assistant Commander of the Northern Military Region; in addition to a group of academic and industrial leaders, members of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and faculty members from the Faculty of Business.
In his speech, Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, expressed his pleasure at participating in this celebration, emphasizing the role of the Executive MBA Program in graduating business leaders and decision-makers who keep pace with the demands of a rapidly changing labour market. He praised the graduates' commitment and dedication to balancing their professional and academic responsibilities, urging them to continue developing themselves and learning new things in their fields of specialization. The President of the University emphasized Alexandria University's commitment to offering advanced academic programs that meet international standards and the needs of the labour market both inside and outside Egypt. He explained that the university currently offers up to 80 double and joint degrees with highly ranked international universities, enhancing the university's vision for local, regional, and global competitiveness.
For his part, Dr. Ayman Sheteiwy, Dean of the Faculty of Business, expressed his pleasure at the graduation of 186 students from the Executive Master's Program. He emphasized the faculty’s role in offering academic programs that keep pace with labour market demands, noting the introduction of joint and dual degrees with prestigious American, British, and French international universities. He emphasized that the graduates should be a proud representative of their faculty, acting as its ambassadors in the workplace.
Engineer Wael Lotfy, Chairman and Managing Director of ENPPI, emphasized that the ceremony embodies the connection between the academic and industrial communities, noting that cooperation with the university began in 2019. Mr. Lotfy emphasized the importance of continuous education and practical application, emphasizing that we are in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which relies on artificial intelligence. However, he emphasized that the human element remains the common and fundamental factor in all industrial developments.
In her speech, Dr. Omnia Yaqout, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research at the Faculty of Business, emphasized that the celebration represents the culmination of boundless ambition and the challenges that have been overcome. She explained that the professional master's degree is a fundamental requirement in a rapidly changing world, urging graduates to use education as an effective tool for change in their new phase. She added that the Executive MBA Program in Business Administration and Accounting works to support strong companies among major economic entities with global universities such as George Washington University and the University of Georgia in the United States.
Presidential Decree Appointing Dr. Ayman Shtewi as Dean of the Faculty of Business
Dr. Abdelaziz Konswa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated Dr. Ayman Ahmed Shtewi, on the occasion of the issuance of the presidential decree appointing him as Dean of the Faculty of Business, wishing him success and continued efforts to raise the level of the Faculty, and stressing the provision of all support and assistance to him for his success in performing his mission.
Students from the Faculty of Engineering Participate in the Summer Research Training Program at the University of Louisville
Under the auspices of the President of Alexandria University, Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, and within the framework of the active partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville in the United States, the University of Louisville is hosting students from Alexandria University for summer training in its research laboratories across various engineering fields. This year, the University of Louisville is offering scholarships to Alexandria University students for the fourth consecutive year, in what is considered one of the most prominent undergraduate research training programs in the Middle East.
This program provides Egyptian students with a unique opportunity to participate in applied research projects within the University of Louisville’s laboratories, under the direct supervision of a distinguished group of American scientists and professors.
This year, the participating students from Alexandria University are enrolled in the following programs:
Chemical Engineering Program
Computer and Communication Engineering Program
Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering Program
Gas and Petrochemicals Engineering Program
Electromechanical Engineering Program
This participation represents an extension of a successful partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville, which includes:
- The Dual Degree Program between the two universities.
The academic partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville covers all engineering disciplines and offers a unique opportunity for engineering students to obtain a dual bachelor’s degree from both universities through one of the following models:
The (3+2) system: the student studies three years at Alexandria University, followed by two years at the University of Louisville.
The (4+1) system: the student studies four years at Alexandria University, followed by a fifth year at the University of Louisville.
Upon successful completion of the program, the student receives:
- A Bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisville, USA
- A Bachelor’s degree from Alexandria University
It is worth mentioning that last year witnessed the graduation of the first cohort of Alexandria University students enrolled in the dual degree program in Biomedical Engineering, after successfully completing their studies at the University of Louisville, with a total of seven graduates.
This international partnership reflects Alexandria University’s commitment to developing the academic and research capacities of its students by providing genuine opportunities to engage in global scientific and research environments, promoting cultural exchange, and acquiring international experience in advanced engineering specializations.
The university also affirms its continued commitment to providing an educational environment that is open to the world, paving the way for its students to achieve leadership and excellence and empowering them to compete confidently at both the local and international levels.
Dr. Yousra Sultan Wins PRIMA International Award for Women in the Field of Promoting Sustainable Food Systems
Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated Dr. Yousra Ahmed Sultan, Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, on the occasion of winning the PRIMA (Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area) International Award for Women in the field of promoting sustainable food systems, which is granted to pioneering female researchers in the field of sustainability and innovation in the Mediterranean region. This award was given to her in appreciation of her conducting several research projects in the field of innovation to develop natural solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from livestock, with the aim of combating global warming and climate change.
Presidential Decree Appointing Dr. Mohamed El-Feki as Dean of the Faculty of Law
Dr. Abdel Aziz Konswa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated Dr. Mohamed Mohamed El Sayed Ahmed El-Feki, on the occasion of the issuance of the presidential decree appointing him as Dean of the Faculty of Law, wishing him success and continued efforts to raise the level of the Faculty, and stressing the provision of all support and assistance to him for his success in performing his mission.