Overview

At Organizational Leadership (Dual Degree) from The American University in Cairo students interested in this option should consult with their advisers during the fall semester of their fourth year for potential admission to the program in their fifth year. The program is jointly administered by the Department of Public Policy and Administration in the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy and the School of Sciences and Engineering.

Careers

The program prepares students for careers in public service with the highest ethical standards, strong competencies in environmental analysis and management as well as public governance, excellent leadership and communication skills, a sound understanding of the use of evidence and analysis in public service settings, and a commitment to building a better future for the people of Egypt and the region. Students pursue careers in government, non-profit organizations, international development agencies, academia, and the private sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leadership and Communication for Public Affairs

Organizational Behavior for Government and Nonprofit Management

Internship in Public and Non-Profit Organizations

Social and Environmental Policy

Managing NGOs in Developing and Transitional Countries

Public Policy Theory & Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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48

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cairo, Egypt

Disciplines

Organisational Behaviour Public Policy Leadership

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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105

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48

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5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete all secondary school graduation requirements

Maintain a high level of academic performance

Submit the online application form.

English Proficiency

Essay (typed or handwritten)

Copy of valid passport

Proof of financial support (bank statement, sponsorship letter, etc., for $36,000)

Students who wish to be admitted to this dual degree should have a minimum GPA of 2.75.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Cairo

Egypt

5312 - 6846 EGP / month

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Delivered

Campus Location

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