A delegation from the University of Alexandria, Egypt, headed by its President, Professor Abdelaziz Konsowa, visited our University in February.
The visit, which was designed to strengthen our relationship with Alexandria University and to explore opportunities for further collaboration in both education and research across faculties, saw the signing of a progression agreement between the Business Schools at both universities. The agreement will enable students who have completed their 3-years in a relevant undergraduate programme at Alexandria to enter one of three University of BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 MSc programmes at BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Business School.
Professor Laura Costanzo, Dean BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Business School (SBS) stated: “We are delighted to have joined forces with the University of Alexandria for a high-quality partnership which will initially focus on Education and Student Experience to subsequently include Research, Knowledge Exchange, and Enterprise. This partnership reinforces SBS presence in the MENA region and will enable to create a wider impact on the true spirit of the Triple Helix Model that underpins SBS strategy. We look forward to collaborating with our esteemed colleagues at the University of Alexandria and receiving as many students as possible.”
Professor Jeni Giambona, Director of Knowledge Exchange & Enterprise, BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Business School, said: “We are delighted to collaborate with the University of Alexandria, forging a partnership that fosters innovation, knowledge exchange, and new opportunities for both institutions. This agreement marks the beginning of a shared journey, one that unlocks new possibilities and paves the way for mutual growth.”
Professor Stephan Onggo, Associate Dean International, BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Business School, added “This agreement will become a starting point for a closer collaboration between the University of BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Business School and the Faculty of Business at Alexandria University. I am glad that we can now move to the execution of the agreement from 2025/26. This agreement is a testament to our commitment to collaborating with leading universities in the MENA region, such as Alexandria University.”
Professor Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, commented: “The partnership between Alexandria University’s Faculty of Business and BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 University’s School of Business enhances their global presence and highlights their commitment to excellence. As the first collaboration of its kind in the Middle East, it sets a new standard for transnational academic achievement.”
For further information please contact Professor Bashir A. Lwaleed, Strategic Adviser (MENA) to the Vice President.