Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Program Overview

The BBA program at UPEI Cairo Campus delivers a high-quality, integrated business education with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and experiential learning. Students gain a broad understanding of business disciplines, develop critical thinking and communication skills, and apply their knowledge through case analyses, field projects, and class discussions. With specializations in Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, and Organizational Management, the program prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities in business, government, and non-profit sectors, equipping them to thrive in a dynamic global environment.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Program Structure:

• Duration: Four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree.
• Total Credits: 120 semester hours.
• Specializations: Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Organizational Management.

Core Courses:

• 1000-Level: Introduction to Financial Accounting, Marketing, Organizational Behaviour, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Finite Mathematics, Writing Studies, Indigenous Teachings.
• 2000-Level: Managerial Accounting, Business Presentations and Communications, Corporate Finance, Management Information Systems, Human Resource Management, Research and Evidence-Based Management.
• 3000-Level: Business Law, Integrated Cases in Corporate Finance, Integrated Cases in Marketing, Operations Management, Entrepreneurship and New Ventures, Strategic Management, Professional Writing.
• 4000-Level: Developing Management Skills, Business Research I.

Elective Courses:

• Students must complete 17 elective courses, with at least 3 business courses and 8 non-business courses.
• Specialization courses fulfill elective requirements.
• Minimum 60% in 14 of the 18 required business courses to qualify for the BBA degree.

Mission & Values:

• Mission: To progress society through outstanding business education, scholarly research, and community engagement.
• Values: Entrepreneurial, Innovative, Experiential, Community-driven.

Why Choose This Program?

• High academic standards and a rich educational experience.
• Emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills.
• Experiential learning through case analyses, field-based projects, and class discussions.
• International and professional faculty with extensive experience.

Career Opportunities:

• Accountant, Financial Analyst, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Entrepreneur, Marketing Manager, Business Consultant, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Human Resources (HR) Specialist.

Facilities:

• Collaborative classrooms and lecture rooms with modern smart board capabilities.
• Learning Management System (D2L) for course materials and communication.

Co-operative Education:

• Combines classroom studies with practical work experience.
• Students complete at least three 14-week paid work terms and three professional development courses.
• Work term credits count as general electives.
• Available to full-time students in any specialization.

Unique Features:

• First business faculty in Egypt focusing on entrepreneurship education.
• Hands-on, experiential learning in all courses and specializations.
• Co-op program for work or entrepreneurial experience.
• International education with a multicultural perspective.