Induction 2020

Faculty of Business Administration, Economics & Political Science

Message from the Dean

You are studying at one of the best Faculties in Egypt and the region. A Faculty, which offers very strong programmes…

Mission & Vision

Our Graduates are tomorrow’s leaders…

Faculty Overview and History

The Faculty is offering three bachelor’s degrees: Business, Economics and in Political Science. It comprises three Academic Departments, Business Administration…

FAQs

At every stage of your degree, you may have inquiries, before you make go to the Faculty’s Admin office…

Faculty Policy

Know all about the classroom courtesy, academic honesty policy, and office hours…

BAEPS Student Union

BAEPS SU Secretary-General & Assistant Secretary-General-Committee Secretary-General & Assistant Secretary-General…

Validation

The British University in Egypt is validated by London South Bank University, United Kingdom. London South Bank University (LSBU) is a…

Message from the Dean

Dear Students,

You are studying at one of the best Faculties in Egypt and the region. A Faculty, which offers very strong programmes in Business Administration, Economics and Political Science. Programmes, which combine, theory and practice, information and analytical thinking, communication and presentation skills; all blended in a nutshell, which is in line with the norms and standards of the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt and the Quality Assurance Agency in the United Kingdom.

Of course obtaining your dual degrees from the BUE and its British Partner is not an easy task, it requires hard work, dedication, perseverance and optimism, which reflects a strong belief that you can make it. Dream big, never give up and always remember that WHEN THERE IS A WILL THERE IS A WAY.

Professor Wadouda Badran
Dean, Faculty of Business Administration, Economics and Political Science

Mission

The mission of the Business Studies Area as it relates to the undergraduate degree programmes is to be the leading provider of undergraduate management education in Egypt.

Vision

To be the leading faculty in Egypt and the region, by providing high quality UK education, satisfying both UK-QAA and NAQAAE quality standards and contributing to the development of our community through innovative research that impacts the education process and the welfare of the community.

Faculty Overview and History

Oveview

The Faculty is offering three bachelor’s degrees: Business, Economics and Political Science. It comprises three academic departments: Business Administration which offers a Bachelor of Business Studies Honours degree, Economics which offers a Bachelor of Science Honours degree and Political Science which offers a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree. The focus of the Faculty is to offer up-to-date degrees which have a solid theoretical base and a global as well as an area-specific outlook.

History

The British University in Egypt was established in 2005 by Presidential Decree as the result of an inter-governmental agreement. It is an Egyptian private university within the framework of Egyptian educational law and regulations providing a British style of education with an ethos consistent with UK quality assurance and academic standards. As such, the BUE has made great progress in its short history. It has achieved a significant number of the aims set out in its first two Strategic Plans despite Egypt’s political upheavals, resulting economic challenges and national “gap year” in student intake. The current Strategic Plan commits us to continuing the achievement of BUE’s aims, enhancing its planned institutionalization. It identifies a number of key strategic areas and objectives and sets strategic and enabling targets that will ensure the continued success and further development of the University. Implementation plans, developed within the framework of the approved strategy, will be regularly monitored with annual reports to ensure their effectiveness.

FAQs

At every stage of your degree, you may have inquiries.  Before you got to the Faculty’s Admin Office, please check the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below, as you may find the answers you are looking for and save yourself time.

1. How many people are admitted each year to the faculty of BAEPS?

There is a quota set by the Ministry of Higher Education, however, the number of students accepted depends on the qualifications of the applicants.

2. Can I find out more about the different specialisations in Business?

Students are attracted to the BUE for its renowned academic programs and unique majors. Five exceptional specialisations are offered leading to a Bachelor’s degree. These majors are:
1. Accounting & Finance
2. Marketing
3. HRM
4. International Business
5.Entrepreneurship & Sustainability

You can talk to your personal mentor to know more about each specialisation.

3. Can I apply to more than one specialisation?

No. You may apply to only one specialisation.

4. When do I choose my specialisation?

By the end of your second year at the BUE.

5. I’m not sure what I want my specialisation to be.

You are not alone! The first two years will expose you to different courses across various disciplines which may help you choose your specialisation. The more you enjoy your courses, the more likely you will excel in your degree!

6. How do I change my specialisation?

Please visit the Admin Office.

7. Do I need to choose modules?

As you progress, you will be offered the opportunity to choose amongst different modules that you are interested in. Nonetheless, Freshmen will find they do not need to make selections, as all their modules are mandatory. Please contact your department admin office for further information.

8. What if I have missed a deadline?

It is the student’s duty to be alert and meet all deadlines or else accept the consequences associated with the specific missed deadline. Exam Deadlines are set by the BUE and cannot be changed by the Faculty of BAEPS for any reason. Check the BUE Calendar for details. If you miss any deadline you have to submit an online IP form to Q&V at a date that will be notified to you in both Semester 1 and Semester 2 Assessment Periods.

9. Where do I go if I need further help?

The Admin Office is located on the 2nd floor of Building G, Room Number 202

10. Where are the offices of my module leaders?

Please check the profile of your module leader and you will find his/her office number and exact location.

11. How many years does it take to complete one of the BAEPS Undergraduate Degrees?

The degree is four years. The first year is a Preparatory year which is compulsory.

12. Can I fail the Preparatory year and still go on to the degree?

No. If you fail the Preparatory year you must repeat the year again. If you fail it a second time you have to leave the University.

13. Will my degree be accepted inside and outside Egypt?

Yes. All degrees at the BUE are fully Validated by BUE’s partner Universities in the UK, if you continue on the UK track.

14. Do I have to study mathematics in the Economics degree?

Yes. The degree is BSc – this means Bachelor of Science. It includes mathematics, statistics and econometrics. These are very important in Economics.

15. How many modules do I have to study?

Each semester you will study between four to six modules. Some modules are 10 credits and some are 20 credits.

16. Can I apply for a Master’s degree anywhere if I get my BUE degree?

Yes. Because it is fully validated by a UK University. You graduate with two degree certificates if you continue on the UK track – one from the BUE and one from the UK University.  The UK certificate is accepted throughout the world.

17. Is the Economics degree taught only by British staff at the BUE?

No. The degree is taught by staff from Egypt, Britain and other countries. All staff (wherever they come from) are fully acquainted with the UK system of higher education.

18. If I have problems during my studies what help is available to me?

Your personal tutor will try to solve any problems that you face in relation to your studies.

19. Is there a lot of coursework and exams that I have to do?

Most 10 credit modules in Degree Year 1, 2 and 3 have one piece of coursework and one examination. Modules that have 20 credits normally have 1 or 2 pieces of course-works and a longer exam. In Preparatory Year (Semester 1) only two Economics modules have an exam.

20. What kind of job could I get with an Economics degree?

There are many jobs available for Economics graduates. The list is too long to repeat here but here are some examples: Teaching, Consultancy, Government Departments, Banks, Private Companies. All of these are always looking to employ Economists because they have the analytical skills that these organisations need.

21. What types of courses are offered by the Political Science Department?

The Department offers courses that help you analyse the political situation; as it also helps the students to create their own political views, through studying courses such as “The Politics of Migration” and “Foreign Policy Analysis”. It also develops the knowledge of the students about the politics of Africa through “The Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa” and the “Introduction to Development” courses.

22. Does the department offer particular specialisations within the Political Science Department (focus on Middle East Studies, International Law, and International Relations)?

The department does not offer specialisations, but it offers a variety of courses as mentioned above.

23. Are the Students Going to Get a Validated Degree?

The University offers the students the opportunity of having two certificates. One from BUE validated by the UK Partners, should they remain on the UK track, and one from the Egyptian Supreme Council.

24. What kind of activities does the Political Science Department offer for the students?

The Arab League Model, the Model United Nations, and the opportunity to interact with several experts, politicians, ambassadors, and regional representatives of international organisations.

25. What about teaching staff?

The Module Leaders are British, Egyptians, and other nationalities.

26. Does studying Political Science help in joining the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs?

Studying Political Science will help the student to join the Egyptian Ministry of  Foreign Affairs as it introduces the students to the basics of political life through the courses offered by the department. These courses increase the political knowledge of students; which makes them understand the political process.

27. What kind of jobs are available to Political Science Students after graduation?

Students have the opportunity of working in the foreign affairs .They can also work within the academic field, as academic researchers and teachers; or they can work as journalists in the field of mass communication. Check the department’s page on career options here.

28. What is the Impaired Performance (IP) and what is its purpose?

The Department explains to the student the importance of the Impaired Performance process to be initiated in emergency situations relating to; assessment of coursework or exams in either Semester 1 or 2.  Students should complete the online application for IP at a time when students are notified by the Quality &Validation (Q&V) Department that the system is open for claims. An IP Committee will decide on the student circumstances relating to the assessment missed and whether it can be re-done again and considered as a first or second attempt.

29. What are the Fees Payable? Are there Scholarships for Under-Graduate Students? and What are the Required Scores to obtain Scholarships?

Students are instructed to contact the Student Admission Office to ask about the necessary information.

30. What Support is Provided by the University for Postgraduate Studies (whether Masters of PhD programmes)?

BUE and its UK partners intend to grant scholarships for PhD Studies on a competitive basis.

Faculty Policy

Classroom Courtesy

  • Mobile phones should be switched off during lectures, and should not be brought to any examination rooms during the exam period.
  • Orderly and productive classroom discussion is encouraged.
  • Late arrivals are allowed at the discretion of the lecturer.
  • If students have any general enquiries, they should discuss them with the lecturer after class or during an appointed time. Side discussions are not acceptable; students are expected to act professionally, respectably and maturely.
  • Full and punctual attendance at all core classes during the semester is a requirement unless absence or punctuality is unavoidably caused by illness, compassionate reasons, or has received prior permission.

Academic Honesty Policy

The purpose of written work is to develop your writing and analytical skills. The main emphasis of all your written and presented work should be based on your own point of view and understanding of the discussed issues.

PLAGIARISM: A work which contains material “borrowed” from other sources without proper acknowledgement cannot be marked as your own work. If you engage in such unacknowledged “borrowing”, a grade of 0% will be awarded. This is independent of any penalties that may be applied by the University authorities.

To avoid this outcome, students are advised to:

1. Acknowledge every source from which you have drawn information or ideas for your paper/presentation/assignment

2. Place every direct quote from a source between quotation marks, and give a citation for the source. (Footnotes, Endnotes)

3. Do not paraphrase sources. Any words not in quotations must be your own works, words neither directly lifted nor closely paraphrased from someone else. Lifting any passage from a source without clear acknowledgment that the words and style are not your own in an illegitimate practice, even if specific works have been changed in the passage.

Office Hours

Office hours give students the opportunity to ask in-depth questions and to explore points of confusion or interest that cannot be fully addressed in class. It is important for module leaders and teaching assistants  to encourage their students to come to office hours and to use that time effectively. Students should abide by the office hours announced by the academic staff.

BAEPS Student Union

Because of the current pandemic, all Student Union related activities have been suspended until further notice.

BAEPS SU Secretary-General & Assistant Secretary-General Committee Secretary-General & Assistant Secretary-General 2019-2020
BAEPS SU President Maryam Salah Mahmoud
BAEPS SU Vice President Fayrouz Mohamed Badel Latif
Committees Secretary-General & Assistant Secretary-General
Cultural Secretary-General Dalia Mounir Ismail
Assistant Secretary- General Nizar Mohamed El Sayed
Sports Secretary-General Kirolos Refaat Sobhy
Assistant Secretary-General Omar Kadry Abdalla
Arts Secretary-General Mohamed Kamel Mohamed
Assistant Secretary-General Anas Ahmed Mahmoud
Scientific Secretary-General Al Fatteh Karim Mohamed
Assistant Secretary-General Yehia Amr Ramadan
Clubs Secretary-General Jannah Amr Attia
Assistant Secretary-General Haidy Abdel Hady Ahmed
Trips Secretary-General Karim Sherif Mohamed
Assistant Secretary-General Ziad Tamer Salem

Validation

The British University in Egypt is validated by London South Bank University, United Kingdom. London South Bank University (LSBU) is a cosmopolitan university with over 18,000 students drawn from over 130 countries. Since 1892, LSBU has been providing vocationally-relevant, accredited and professionally recognised education. They have been awarded Silver for teaching excellence under the Government’s Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). They are University of the Year for Graduate Employment for the second year in a row (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, 2019) and Times Higher Education’s Entrepreneurial University of the Year 2016. As well as the silver TEF rating, London South Bank University is in The Guardian’s top 100 universities, two international university league tables, and it has been named The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018 University of the Year for Graduate Employment and Times Higher Education’s Entrepreneurial University of the Year 2016.

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