The Arab Academy Celebrates the Graduation of a New MBA Class at Smart Village

As part of its ongoing efforts to enrich the academic and administrative landscape with specialized professionals, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport celebrated the graduation of a new cohort of Master of Business Administration (MBA) students at its Smart Village branch, representing the February 2026 intake. The ceremony reflected a spirit of excellence and academic achievement.

The event was held in an official and academic setting, attended by Prof. Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar Ismail Farag, President of the Academy; Prof. Dr. Alaa Abdel Bary, Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research; and Prof. Dr. Sherine Soliman, Dean of the College of Graduate Studies in Management at the Smart Village branch, along with a distinguished group of faculty members.

In his speech, Prof. Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar expressed his pride in this outstanding group of graduates, emphasizing that they represent a true strategic addition to the labor market in the region.

He urged graduates to apply the knowledge and skills they acquired throughout their studies in real-world contexts, so they can serve as a fundamental pillar in keeping pace with the requirements of comprehensive development. He also stressed that the Academy adopts the motto “The Academy Lives the Future” as a consistent guiding principle.

In a heartfelt gesture, the President of the Academy extended his appreciation and gratitude to parents, as well as to spouses, recognizing their continuous support, encouragement, and sacrifices throughout the academic journey.

It is worth noting that this graduating class included students from the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Syrian Arab Republic, reaffirming the Academy’s pioneering role in preparing qualified professionals capable of addressing future challenges and contributing to building a better future for the Arab world.