What to Expect?
What Makes Us Special?
Boasting an unrivaled reputation as the top private business school in Egypt and one of the best in Africa and the Arab world, The Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo is dedicated to transforming the young eager minds of today to the responsible change agents of tomorrow, all while developing relevance and leadership in an evolving ecosystem.
Situated within the top private university in Egypt and enjoying nearly seven decades' worth of history, the School offers a wide range of programs that extend beyond the classroom to provide a holistic and engaging learning experience.
The School’s foremost accomplishment is a seal of excellence achieved through the Triple Crown accreditation – placing the School among the top 1 percent of educational institutions worldwide to achieve the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditations. The School’s executive education programs are also recognized by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) accreditation.
What to Expect on Campus
A student can expect a vibrant and dynamic campus environment at AUC, offering a well-rounded education beyond the classroom. With over 60 student-run organizations and 36 athletic programs, there are countless opportunities to get involved in character-shaping activities. The campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including exceptional housing options just a short walk from classes, and a variety of dining choices like food courts, bakeries, and coffee shops, fostering a holistic and supportive living and learning community.
AUC is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive experience, with an award-winning, fully accessible campus featuring cutting-edge facilities. Athletic programs promote physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship, bringing together a diverse community. The AUC experience aims to enhance overall well-being and quality of life, while also equipping students with critical thinking skills, creative problem-solving abilities, compassionate leadership, and an opportunistic mindset, preparing them for success after graduation in both professional and academic pursuits.
Living in the City
Ranked among the top 100 cities in the world for international students, Cairo is a unique and wondrous destination for students seeking an adventurous study-abroad experience. Merging ancient history and metropolitan living in a bustling, dynamic city, Cairo has something for everyone. The city blends the vibrant cultures of the Middle East, Africa and the Mediterranean and has long served as the cultural, political and social capital of the Arab region.
Choosing to study in Cairo provides the opportunity to immerse yourself in Egyptian culture while learning about the region’s most pressing modern issues.
The Greater Cairo area has a population of 20 million people with the city sprawled along the longest river in the world, the Nile. Encompassing the Pyramids of Giza, magnificent mosques and churches and the largest museum in Egypt, the Arab world’s most populous city is teeming with life. Explore the winding streets of Cairo, and you will find a thriving art and music scene, an exquisite opera house, trendy cafes and plays as well as numerous off-the beaten-path marvels.
The dialect of Arabic spoken in Egypt is the most well-known and most understood in the Arab world, making Cairo a prime language-learning center in the Middle East. When you decide to study in Egypt, you open yourself to a new world filled with diverse cultures, histories, art and ideas.
Egyptians are known for their warm and welcoming hospitality. One thing you can look forward to is to be greeted with smiling faces and a generous attitude that will make you feel right at home. Read more.
CEMS Club Cairo
Founded in September 2019, our CEMS Club Cairo is founded on two main pillars: Enriching the students’ experience at AUC and quickly merging international CEMS students with the AUC vibrant environment through organizing a set of events and projects that would engage both CEMS as well as non-CEMS students. The CCC is a major component of a student's life at AUC.
Read more about CEMS Student Life.
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Why Choose Us for Your CEMS MIM Programme?
At the Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo (AUC) school of business, we believe you should do more than ride the wave of change, we believe in empowering individuals capable of steering the tides of change and thriving in dynamic environments. During the course of your study at AUC, you will gain a great challenging experience inside and outside the classroom through a set of designed courses that give a hands-on experience of doing business in Africa and the Middle East through a set of experiential learning tools and a group of achieved academics that turn the classroom into a vibrant one. Our network of strong regional corporate partners would add to your experience the practical flavor and would allow you to get a deeper understanding of the business dynamics in our region. If you are looking for a gateway to the rich African and Arab Region with global relevance, AUC is the best place to be.
1 year
Beg. September
DEGREE CONNECTED TO THE CEMS MIM
- Master of International Management
Why Choose Us for Your CEMS MIM Term Abroad?
Choosing AUC for your CEMS MIM Term Abroad offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant and historically rich environment while gaining invaluable academic and practical experience. As an exchange student, you can expect a welcoming atmosphere with strong support systems to help you integrate into campus life and the wider Egyptian culture. The CEMS Club Cairo plays a key role in organizing events and activities, fostering connections with both local and international students. Beyond academics, Cairo itself provides an unparalleled backdrop for your studies, blending ancient wonders with a dynamic modern city, offering countless opportunities for cultural exploration and personal growth.
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Curriculum Overview
Please see the CEMS MIM Curriculum overview to understand how the offerings on this page fit into the CEMS MIM programme.
For more information, including:
- Course Selection Process
- Academic Expectations
- Grading
...please see this school's fact sheet.