AUC’s Onsi Sawiris School of Business Cems Master in International Management Rises to 4th Globally in Qs Rankings 2026

The CEMS Master in International Management (MIM), offered at Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo (AUC), has achieved a remarkable milestone this year. The program has climbed six places to secure the 4th position worldwide in the prestigious QS Master in Management 2026 rankings, earning an overall score of 92.7 out of 100. This achievement is far more than just a ranking—it reflects the collective strength of the CEMS Alliance and the unique academic and professional opportunities it offers. For AUC students, it means being part of one of the world’s top programs while studying at the heart of Cairo and engaging with a truly international network. 

The program ranked joint first globally for value for money, achieving a perfect score of 100 compared to a global average of 61.3. It also ranked 9th globally for employability, scoring 89.5, nearly double the global average. These results reaffirm the program’s ability to deliver exceptional academic quality while ensuring strong career outcomes for its graduates. 
The CEMS MIM consistently outperformed global benchmarks across all five QS indicators.

For thought leadership, it earned 89.1 compared to a global average of 48.9, for alumni outcomes, it scored 87 compared to 48.4, and for diversity, it reached 85.1 compared to 64. The program also received perfect scores of 100 in research impact, payback, international student ratio and gender balance, while near-perfect marks in return on investment and international faculty ratio, with scores of 99.9.

The CEMS MIM is a joint master’s program offered by a Global Alliance of leading business schools, multinational companies and NGOs that together offer one of the top-ranked master’s programs in management globally. AUC is the only university in Egypt — and among very few in the Middle East and Africa — to be part of the global CEMS Alliance.

“This accomplishment is not only a reflection of the strength of the CEMS Alliance, but also of the vision we uphold at Onsi Sawiris School of Business and AUC. Our students are receiving an education that is internationally competitive, globally connected, and locally relevant,” commented Sherif Kamel, dean of Onsi Sawiris School of Business and deputy chair of the CEMS Alliance. “Ranking 4th in the world is a testament to the dedication of our faculty, the ambition of our students, and the power of partnerships that cross borders and cultures. It places Egypt and AUC firmly on the map of global business education, showing that excellence knows no boundaries when driven by purpose and collaboration,” Kamel emphasized. 

Nicole de Fontaines, executive director of CEMS, expressed pride in this achievement, noting that the rankings reflect the strength of the alliance. “We’re proud that the CEMS Master in International Management continues to rise in the QS rankings. The recognition reflects the power of our unique network of business schools and corporate partners. Together, we offer students unparalleled value for money and outstanding employment opportunities. CEMS students benefit from a shared curriculum that blends academic excellence with hands-on experience through consultancy projects and internships. This allows them to showcase their talents to leading multinational companies, which is reflected in our strong employability ranking.”

AUC’s Onsi Sawiris School of Business is one of the top business schools in Africa and the Middle East. The school holds triple crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS), a distinction earned by less than 1% of business schools worldwide. It offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs that combine global best practices with regional relevance.