Launch of Pioneering ”Bachelor of Banking Sciences” Program at Faculties of Commerce Starting in the 2025/2026 Academic Year
Launching the first-of-its-kind university program to teach banking sciences in several faculties of commerce, starting with the 2025/2026 academic year
Cairo, August 6, 2025 - The Central Bank of Egypt, in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the Supreme Council of Universities, and the Egyptian Banking Institute (EBI), launched a Bachelor's degree program in banking sciences in faculties of commerce at several Egyptian universities, starting with the 2025/2026 academic year. This is a strategic step toward preparing a new generation of banking professionals who will drive financial and economic development.
This came during an event held yesterday to announce the program's launch. The event was attended by Mr. Hassan Abdullah, Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt; Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; Dr. Mustafa Refaat, Secretary of the Supreme Council of Universities; Dr. Hussein Issa, former President of Ain Shams University, Coordinator of the Presidential Specialized Council for Economic Development, Chairman of the Commercial Studies Sector Committee, and Advisor to the Minister of Higher Education for Financial and Economic Policies; Dr. Abdel Aziz Naseer, Executive Director of the Egyptian Banking Institute; Dr. Adel Abdel Ghaffar, Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research; Dr. Tamer Rady, Professor of Economics and Vice Dean of the Faculty of Commerce for Graduate Studies and Research at Ain Shams University; a number of chairmen of the boards of directors of Egyptian banks; and a host of university presidents, deans of faculties of commerce, and higher education specialists.
The event witnessed the signing of a partnership agreement between the Egyptian Banking Institute and several universities participating in the program. The agreement aims to coordinate and organize cooperation between the two parties and ensure the success of the program, which aims to provide students with the specialized knowledge, practical skills, and ethical foundations necessary for success in the ever-evolving world of banking, especially in light of the accelerating digital transformation and increasing economic challenges.
Mr. Hassan Abdallah, Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt, stated, "The program represents a pioneering step to enhance the skills and distinguished cadres in the banking sector and contribute to preparing future leaders of highly qualified bankers. This stems from a deep belief that empowering youth with global banking skills is a long-term strategic investment that provides a strong boost to the banking sector and economic development."
The Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt added that the program enables students to acquire advanced skills in various banking disciplines, such as financial inclusion, the basics of digital banking and financial technology, risk management, advanced banking regulations, sustainable banking, and environmental, social, and corporate governance.
The Governor explained that students will receive intensive practical training and practical studies in cooperation with various banks in the Egyptian market, ensuring that the banking labor market—both locally and globally—is supplied with graduates who are not only academically qualified but also possess the practical experience necessary to engage immediately in the workforce and contribute effectively to driving economic growth and financial stability.
For his part, Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, announced that the launch of the Bachelor's Degree Program in Banking Sciences stems from the Ministry of Higher Education and the Central Bank of Egypt's belief in the importance of cooperation and integration to provide modern academic programs that meet the needs of the labor market. He pointed out that this program is the first of its kind, as it is offered in partnership between the Ministry and the Central Bank, and relies on specialized scientific curricula in the banking field, presented through modern educational methods, in addition to providing practical training opportunities within banks, which will provide students with the skills required by the labor market.
