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Sustainable Development Goal 17 (SDG 17) emphasizes that achieving the global development agenda requires strong partnerships between governments, academia, the private sector, and civil society.
It focuses on mobilizing knowledge, technology, and financial resources across borders, ensuring that no single actor works in isolation.
For universities, SDG 17 means collaborating locally and internationally to share expertise, build capacity, and co-create solutions for complex global challenges.
This strategic initiative, led by the School of Business & Finance (SOBF), marks the launch of SOBF Executive Education arm—designed to be a prominent and transformative platform that advances banking & corporate professionals’ skills and capabilities, delivering meaningful impact on careers and society at large.
NewGiza University (NGU), in collaboration with regional partner Injaz Consulting Group, has signed the second annex to the Memorandum of Understanding with the Egyptian Banking Institute (EBI), the training arm of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE).
This strategic alliance marks the launch of Egypt’s first specialized diploma in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the banking sector. Introduced under the umbrella of the “Digital Academy” powered by FinTech Egypt (an initiative by the Central bank of Egypt), the program reflects a rigorous content development process that integrates international, regional, and local training expertise delivered by Injaz Institute, alongside academic validation and excellence provided by NGU—bringing this landmark collaboration to life.
The agreement was signed in the presence of H.E CBE Governor – Mr. Hassan Abdallah, H.E NGU President – Professor Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid, Former Prime Minister & NGU Head of Advisory Board – Dr. Ahmed Nazif, NGU Vice President – Professor Dr. Lamis Ragab, Dean of School of Business & Finance – Professor Dr. Khaled Abdel Aziz Hegazy and CEO of Injaz Consulting Group – Eng. Mohamed ElSherif.
This successful alliance is powered by the strategic leadership and commitment of its founders, Dr. Iman Youssef, NGU SOBF Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies & Executive Education and Eng. Ahmed Rahmi – Injaz Executive Learning Director. Their rigorous efforts were further strengthened by the strong support and recognition of their respective institutions’ senior leadership. Technical professional and academic expertise was guided by Eng. Abdel Moneim Darwish – CEO Injaz Tech and Professor Dr. Laila El Fangary – NGU Professor of Information Systems.
The realization of this mega alliance was guided by the unwavering backing and full support from Dr. Rasha Negm – CBE Sub-governor of Fintech and Innovation, Mrs. Zeinab Abdel Razek – EBI Chief of Business Development & Training Execution. Other key team members with remarkable contribution include Eng. Mahmoud Abdel Fattah (EBI), Ms. Mariam El Masry (CBE) and Mr. Ahmed Seada (Injaz).
The ceremony was attended by leaders & key players in this mega collaboration from NGU, CBE, EBI & Injaz.
In recognition of the ongoing successful collaboration between NGU, CBE & EBI; since the signing of the first Memorandum of Understanding in 2024, NGU School of Business & Finance undergraduate students who successfully completed the FinTech Fundamentals course in FY 2024/2025 marked their achievement with a memorable group photo alongside key banking leaders and NGU senior management.
Read the full ceremony announcement on the CBE’s website. Central Bank of Egypt’s Governor Witnesses the Signing of an MoU to Launch the First Specialized AI Diploma for the Banking Sector
Newgiza University (NGU) proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Khaled Hegazy, Dean of the School of Business and Finance (SOBF), as a member of the AACSB Middle East & Africa Advisory Board (MEAAC), serving through June 2026.
This prestigious appointment reflects NGU’s growing global influence and continued commitment to excellence in business education. As part of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)—the world’s leading organization for business education accreditation—Dr. Hegazy will contribute to advancing the quality, innovation, and impact of business schools across the region.
In his new role, Dr. Khaled Hegazy will help:
Advise on key strategic priorities in the Middle East and Africa
Drive quality enhancement and continuous improvement among business schools
Support innovation in teaching, research, and academic leadership
Strengthen engagement and representation across regional institutions
This milestone highlights NGU’s dedication to shaping the future of business education and reinforces its position as a leading institution committed to global standards, impactful leadership, and academic excellence.
Newgiza University (NGU) proudly announces the appointment of Prof. Dr. Neamat El Gayar as the new Dean of the School of Information Technology. Bringing over two decades of academic and research experience across Egypt, Germany, Canada, and the UAE, Dr. El Gayar joins NGU with a strong record of leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing the field of Artificial Intelligence.
Dr. El Gayar graduated with honors in Computer Science from Alexandria University and earned her PhD in Neural Information Processing from Ulm University, Germany, supported by a DAAD scholarship. Her extensive career includes leading the Data Mining and Machine Learning Group at Nile University, and holding research and teaching positions at Concordia University and CENPARMI in Canada. She has also served as Chair of the IAPR Technical Committee on Neural Networks and Computational Intelligence, contributing to global AI research and policy.
Before joining NGU, Dr. El Gayar served at Heriot-Watt University in Dubai, where she was the Global Director of the MSc in Artificial Intelligence, Associate Director of Research, and a member of the Academic Board of the Global Research Institute in Health and Care Technologies. Her leadership fostered impactful research collaborations and helped shape programs that bridge academia and industry.
A respected scholar and advocate for responsible and inclusive AI, Dr. El Gayar’s research focuses on Machine Learning, Computational Intelligence, and the application of AI to real-world challenges. Her appointment marks an important milestone for NGU’s School of Information Technology, reinforcing the university’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and shaping the next generation of digital leaders.
Newgiza University (NGU) proudly announces the launch of its Master’s Program in Pharmacy, marking a significant step in its ongoing commitment to advancing higher education in Egypt and promoting scientific research in the health sector. This initiative reflects NGU’s vision of preparing highly qualified professionals capable of competing regionally and globally while providing innovative solutions to healthcare challenges in Egypt and beyond.
A Comprehensive Program with Specialized Tracks
The new master’s program offers four key specializations, designed to align with the evolving demands of the local, regional, and international job markets. Students will have the opportunity to deepen their expertise in areas that match their interests and career aspirations, whether clinical, industrial, or research-oriented. The offered specializations are:
This program is structured to provide students with a robust academic and practical foundation, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their chosen field.
Research-Driven Education with World-Class Facilities
NGU places a strong emphasis on scientific research. The program is supported by state-of-the-art research laboratories equipped with the latest technologies, software, and instrumentation. In addition, students will benefit from the expertise of a distinguished faculty known for their experience in designing and conducting research, supervising graduate theses, and managing funded projects from both local and international organizations.
Through this environment, the program offers researchers unique opportunities to participate in projects that foster scientific knowledge, encourage innovation, and provide real-world solutions to community challenges. NGU also actively promotes a culture of scientific publishing, international research collaboration, and patent registration.
Developing the Future Leaders of Pharmacy
The primary goal of the program is to graduate pharmacist-researchers who will drive transformative change in healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. By offering high-quality education, advanced training, and outstanding research opportunities, NGU aims to empower graduates to become leaders in their fields.
Built on a Foundation of Excellence
This milestone follows the School of Pharmacy’s achievement of institutional accreditation from Egypt’s National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE) in April 2024. NGU also continues its successful undergraduate academic collaboration with University College London (UCL) – ranked 4th globally in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences – reinforcing NGU’s position as a modern academic institution dedicated to excellence and innovation.
To learn more about the Master’s Program in Pharmacy and the admission requirements, visit:
👉 https://ngu.edu.eg/postgrad/#gototab-school-of-pharmacy-master-program
Newgiza University (NGU) is proud to announce the official launch of the Cybersecurity Program under the School of Information Technology, expanding its range of specialized majors that now include Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and Cybersecurity.
The newly introduced program is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and practical expertise required to address today’s complex digital security challenges. Through an advanced curriculum focusing on digital defense, ethical hacking, and threat analysis, students will gain hands-on experience in identifying, preventing, and mitigating cyber threats across diverse sectors.
By integrating academic excellence with real-world application, the Cybersecurity Program prepares graduates to become highly skilled professionals capable of safeguarding data and infrastructure in an increasingly interconnected world. The program reflects NGU’s ongoing commitment to innovation and leadership in technology education.
Newgiza University (NGU), headed by Professor Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid, signed an international agreement to establish the “Euro-Mediterranean Academy”, as part of the university’s efforts to enhance academic and scientific cooperation at regional and international levels. The ceremony was held in the city of Sorrento, Italy, on the sidelines of the international conference “Towards the South” and was attended by representatives from various participating universities and institutions.
The agreement includes leading universities and institutions in the region, namely: the University of Naples Federico II (Italy), the Polytechnic University of Bari (Italy), the Euromed University of Fes (Morocco), in addition to the Association of Arab Universities and the Union for the Mediterranean.
Professor Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid represented Newgiza University (NGU) during the signing and affirmed that this step is part of the university’s strategy to open up to the world and strengthen its role as an academic bridge between the North and South.
Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid added that the agreement aims to establish a joint framework for cooperation in education, training and scientific research through the development of joint academic and training programs, exchange of professors, researchers and students among the universities, organizing workshops, seminars and scientific conferences, as well as exchanging academic publications and research journals. This comes within the context of supporting innovation and capacity building, contributing to enhancing the quality of higher education across the Mediterranean region.
The agreement focuses on several priority core areas, including Energy and Environmental Transition, Advanced Science and Technology (STEM), Sustainability and Innovation in the Agrifood Supply Chain, Life Sciences, as well as Humanities and Social Studies. The agreement also opens the door for future expansion to include additional academic disciplines.
Newgiza University is proud to announce the formation of its newly elected Student Union for the upcoming academic year. Congratulations to all the elected representatives who will be working together to enhance the student experience across our vibrant campus.
The new Student Union will play a key role in representing the voices of students, organizing university-wide initiatives, and leading school-specific activities that foster engagement, collaboration, and a strong sense of community at NGU.
Prof. Dr. Lamis Ragab, Vice President of Newgiza University, met with the Student Union Council and the School Student Unions to personally congratulate them on their leadership roles. During the meeting, Dr. Lamis emphasized the importance of student leadership in shaping the university’s culture and promoting continuous growth and innovation.
This marks the beginning of a promising year filled with impactful initiatives, inspiring teamwork, and unforgettable achievements led by NGU’s Student Union.
The School of Pharmacy, Newgiza University, achieved the national institutional accreditation from the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE) on 24/04/2024, becoming the first accredited School at the university.
Newgiza University extends congratulations to the Dean, academic leaders, staff members, teaching assistants, students, administrators, and technicians of the School of Pharmacy for their remarkable achievement of the national institutional accreditation granted by the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE).
Notably, the School of Pharmacy promptly submitted its accreditation request to NAQAAE on 09/05/2023, immediately after the graduation of its first batch of students.
Newgiza University (NGU), headed by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid, NGU President, and University College London (UCL), the No. 9 ranked university worldwide, announced the continuation of their pioneering academic partnership for the schools of health sciences (Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy) reinforcing their commitment to promoting academic excellence and developing educational opportunities, while emphasizing NGU’s pivotal role and leadership in developing medical education in Egypt as well as its eagerness to create a new generation of highly qualified, world-class healthcare professionals.
The agreement signing ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid, NGU President, John-george Nicholson, Head of Business Development at the UCL Faculty of Medical Sciences and Business Development Director at the UCL Centre for International Medical Education Collaborations, Roger de Montfort, Managing Director at UCL Consultants, and Trish Greenan, Director of Legal at UCL Consultants.
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid, NGU President, explained that NGU has been collaborating academically with UCL since 2016 and has received mentorship and support in different aspects, including strategic planning, setting up appropriate infrastructure and education governance structures, and developing curricula and learning resources. He addressed UCL saying: “Together, we have reached a significant milestone in our collaboration, and we are keen to extend and grow this successful collaboration and take it to a higher level. Today, a new era in our collaboration is about to start, addressing the new NGU vision and facing future challenges in healthcare education, research and practice. This is a reflection of transformation through collaboration.”
Prof. Ahmed Rashid, Vice Dean (International) Faculty of Medical Sciences, Head of Centre, UCL Centre for International Medical Education Collaborations, and UCL lead for Medicine said: “It has been a privilege to work with the leadership team at Newgiza University to help them establish three pioneering new undergraduate healthcare programs. We are delighted to have secured this agreement and look forward to continuing the collaboration and supporting the Newgiza University School of Medicine on the next stage of its exceptional journey.”
Prof. Cate Whittlesea, Director of the UCL School of Pharmacy and UCL lead for Pharmacy said: “I and colleagues at the UCL School of Pharmacy are delighted to be entering the next phase of our collaboration with the NGU School of Pharmacy. We look forward to working together to develop and further enhance the initial training of pharmacists in Egypt.”
Prof. Stephen Porter, Director of the UCL Eastman Dental Institute and UCL lead for Dentistry said: “The continued collaboration between UCL and Newgiza University offers new opportunities to further the growth of education and research initiatives in the field of Dentistry. This partnership will focus on the quality of education to ensure students have an unparalleled educational journey. We are thrilled to begin this work with our NGU partners in Dentistry and to be supporting them to realize their vision in this next phase.”
The next phase of the collaboration entails rigorous quality management and initiatives to improve the three medical programs, including focused support in assessment, curriculum development, and comprehensive development of faculty and staff. It involves pooling the strengths and expertise of both institutions to provide a diverse and rich educational environment for students while advancing the boundaries of knowledge and expertise in the health sciences.
The continuation of collaboration aims to increase the number of highly skilled health sciences graduates in Egypt, while focusing on providing healthcare to different segments of society, in addition to fostering cultural and knowledge exchange, as well as international cooperation in health sciences education between Egypt and the United Kingdom.
Newgiza University’s (NGU) top achieving graduates were honored by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on “Egypt’s Universities Excellence Day”; an event that was held for the first time to honor the top achieving graduates of universities in Egypt and took place at the Suez Canal Authority Stadium in Ismailia Governorate.
The celebration was witnessed by Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Egypt’s Prime Minister, Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education & Scientific Research, Dr. Reda Hegazy, Minister of Education & Technical Education, in addition to several ministers, universities’ presidents, and student unions presidents.
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Sameh Farid, NGU President, attended the celebration and was keen to share this memorable and exceptional occasion with the NGU graduates who were honored for their academic excellence. These graduates are Ahmed Amr El Metwally, from the School of Medicine, Aya Kamal Abdallah, from the School of Dentistry, Yara Ahmed Abdel Fattah Zaki, from the School of Pharmacy, and Malak Tarek Ezzat, from the School of Economics & Politics.
Prof. Dr. Farid highlighted that he strongly believes in the crucial role that the young generation has in building a brighter future for their country, and therefore it is necessary to empower them with cutting-edge knowledge, skills, and tools to qualify them to have such an impact. He added that Newgiza University (NGU) strives to provide its students with world-class academic and non-academic experiences to develop them into competent, well-rounded graduates who are capable of positively shaping the world around them.
NGU School of Economics & Politics graduate, Malak Ezzat, expressed her enthusiasm to be honored in this prestigious event. She explained “It was an honor to receive such recognition from the President of Egypt. I truly felt that all the hard work and dedication that I have put into my studies have paid off, and I am so excited and eager to start my career journey now.”
The celebration included a discussion session, followed by the graduates’ march, then President El-Sisi honored the top achievers from various universities and specializations, and ended with a memorial photo of the honored graduates with the President.
