Financial Literacy Day: MSA Management Sciences Connects Students with Industry
The Faculty of Management Sciences at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA) successfully organized Financial Literacy Day, bringing together distinguished industry leaders, professional experts, faculty members, and students to strengthen the connection between academic knowledge and real-world professional practice.
The event brought together the Faculty’s three departments: Accounting, Finance and Investment Management, and Economics, reflecting the Faculty’s commitment to equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and professional insights needed to succeed in an evolving global job market.
As technology and artificial intelligence continue to reshape the fields of accounting, finance, and economics, the event provided students with an opportunity to engage directly with professionals, explore career pathways, gain practical insights, and better understand the expectations of today’s professional world.
The event featured three panels under the theme “Three Panels, One Vision: Empowering Future Professionals.”
Panel 1: Shaping Future Leaders: Career Pathways in Economics, Accounting, and Finance
The first panel explored career opportunities and professional development pathways across economics, accounting, and finance, bringing together distinguished academic leaders and industry experts.
The panel featured Dr. Lamise Negm, CSR Advisor to the Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt and Economic Investment Expert for Intellectual Property Rights at the Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority; Ms. Naglaa Nosseir, Sustainability and CSR Expert and Co-Founder and Treasurer of the GenImpact Foundation; Dr. Ahmed El-Sakhawy, Egypt Country Manager at the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA); and Dr. Engy Mansour, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees and Director of the Human Resources Department at MSA University and Founder of Lebaladna.
Panel 2: Bridging Academia and Industry: Empowering the Next Generation of Accounting and Finance Professionals
The second panel highlighted the importance of professional qualifications, industry engagement, and collaboration between academia and professional organizations in preparing students for successful careers.
The panel brought together Ms. Meghana Jayaprakash, Business Relationships Manager at ACCA; Ms. Tariro Masukume, Education Relationships Lead at ACCA; Ms. Nurihan Abdelbary, Examination and Institutional Development Director at ESAA; Mr. Ahmed Ragab, Senior Audit Partner; and Mr. Mohamed Wafy, Managing Director at GTC.
Panel 3: Connecting Economics to Practice: Perspectives from Banking and Consulting
The third panel connected academic knowledge with practical applications in banking, financial planning and analysis, auditing, and consulting. The discussion provided students with valuable perspectives on professional challenges, industry expectations, and emerging career opportunities.
The panel featured Professor Heba Helm, Head of the Economics Department; Dr. Gamal Bashandy, Audit and Consulting Partner at PKF Egypt; and Dr. Hesham Hassan, General Manager at Finance Coach.
Student Engagement and Event Impact
Students actively participated in the discussions, interacted with the speakers and guests, and benefited from their professional experiences and practical perspectives.
The event represented an important step toward strengthening the connection between academia and industry and preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of their future careers. The distinguished guests also praised the excellent organization of the event and the professionalism, preparedness, and knowledge demonstrated by the student organizing team, reflecting their commitment, teamwork, and readiness to take responsibility.
Special Appreciation and Thanks
The Faculty extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Engy Mansour, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees and Director of the Human Resources Department at MSA University and Founder of Lebaladna; Prof. Doaa Abdou, Dean of the Faculty of Management Sciences, for her leadership and support; Prof. Mohamed El-Deeb, Vice Dean for Environmental Affairs and Community Service and Head of the Accounting Department, for his valuable contribution and support; and Associate Professor Dr. Zakia Abdelmoniem, Head of the Finance and Investment Management Department, for her efforts and role in organizing the event.
The Faculty also extends its heartfelt gratitude to all participating speakers, panelists, professional organizations, faculty members, and students who contributed to making Financial Literacy Day a meaningful and successful experience.
At MSA University, initiatives such as Financial Literacy Day provide students with opportunities to learn from industry leaders, exchange ideas, and transform academic knowledge into practical expertise, preparing them to contribute to the future of accounting, finance, and economics.
