In the rapidly changing landscape of global business, the AUC School of Business Executive Education (ExecED) is striving to elevate professional development across multiple fields through partnerships with international organizations.

The Women on Boards Observatory at the American University in Cairo collaboration with UN Women Egypt since 2019, has made a lasting impact on women professionals through executive education scholarships. The partnership aimed to enhance accessibility and affordability for professional development programs tailored for executives. As part of this collaboration, women executives were able to enroll in a diverse array of ExecEd programs ranging from leadership and management to human resources and had access to a 50% scholarship.

Executive education programs at AUC School of Business are tailored to prepare professionals for today's dynamic business environment. This focused scholarship initiative is set to boost female leadership spanning diverse fields. Showcased by the inspiring success stories of UN Women Scholarship recipients, this initiative equips women with the vital skills needed to drive organizational transformation and excel at the highest levels.

Amany Nabil Mohamed Aly Arafa's journey: "Starting out in the oil and gas industry to becoming the executive chairwoman of Delta Building Systems, my career has seen profound transformation by the Corporate Directors Certification Program. The UN Women scholarship has enabled me to pioneer sustainable practices and expand our market reach."

Nagham Aly's advancements: "The insights from the Organizational Culture: Diversity & Inclusion Certificate have been instrumental. As HR director at Raya Information Technology, I have been able to foster a more inclusive work environment and drive strategic changes, demonstrating the power of dedicated educational programs in advancing women in leadership."

Manal Saleh's innovations: "Implementing what I learned in the Finance for Non-Finance Program, I transformed my charitable organization into a thriving women-led business model. This education has been key to empowering us to lead socially responsible enterprises."

So far, the collaboration between ExecEd and UN Women has empowered over 484 women through scholarships, highlighting the societal benefits of promoting women in leadership roles. Research consistently demonstrates that women leaders are key advocates for sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.

By providing women with essential leadership skills and knowledge, the AUC School of Business is not only advocating for gender equality but also investing in a sustainable and peaceful future. The success stories of Amany, Nagham, and Manal illustrate the ripple effects of empowering women through education, showing how leadership training can break barriers and foster innovation.

To wrap things up, the continued support and expansion of our educational offerings for women underscore the importance of our mission to reduce financial barriers, equipping women with the tools for success. As we create a chorus of empowered women leaders, it is set to foster a more harmonious and inclusive future across several industries and communities.

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