AUC’s MBA program ranked top in the region by Forbes Middle East

Press release

Published February 27th, 2012 - 07:36 GMT

American University of Cairo

The American University in Cairo’s MBA program, which started more than three decades ago, was ranked first among similar programs in 37 private universities in the Arab world after extensive research carried out by Forbes Middle East magazine. “We are very happy to be ranked as the top MBA program in the region, and we look forward to continuous improvement and success,” said Sherif Kamel, dean of the School of Business. “Apart from adding to the reputation of the program, such ranking will benefit our students, as they will become more visible in the global market.”

Forbes Middle East magazine issued its ranking of MBA programs in the region based on the number of concentrations, cost, length of the program and accreditation. The American University of Sharjah came in second, followed by the Canadian University of Dubai, while Mansoura University was ranked first among national universities in the region.

Background Information

American University of Cairo

Founded in 1919, AUC is a leading English-language, American-accredited institution of higher education and center of intellectual, social and cultural life of the Arab world. Its community of students, parents, faculty and staff, trustees, alumni and other generous sponsors represent more than 60 countries. The University stands as a crossroads for the world’s cultures and a vibrant forum for reasoned argument, spirited debate and understanding across the diversity of languages, facilities and human experiences.