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Department

Economics & Public Finance

Preparing scientifically and professionally qualified graduates in economics, public finance and international trade
Programs
BCom in Foreign Trade Economics
Head of department
Dr. Mohamed Ayman El-Gogary

The head’s word

Dr. Mohamed Ayman El-GogaryHead of department

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Economics and Public Finance at Raya Higher Institute for Management and Foreign Trade, an academic institution that puts quality, excellence and professional commitment first. The Department of Economics and Public Finance is one of the institute’s main academic pillars, playing a central role in preparing graduates able to understand and analyze economic and financial phenomena in the light of local, regional and global change.

In line with the Egyptian state’s vision of promoting sustainable development, and in response to the needs of the job market, the department offers up-to-date educational programs based on academic quality standards that integrate theory and practice. The department is also committed to developing students’ analytical and critical thinking and their ability to make decisions in economics and public finance, preparing graduates able to compete and innovate.

Affirming our full commitment to total quality standards, we work continuously to develop the curricula, update teaching and assessment methods, and support research and community service, in fulfilment of the institute’s mission and strategic goals.

About the department

The Department of Economics and Public Finance is one of the main academic pillars of Raya Higher Institute for Management and Foreign Trade, playing a central role in preparing graduates able to understand and analyze economic and financial phenomena in the light of local, regional and global change. In line with the Egyptian state’s vision of promoting sustainable development, the department offers up-to-date educational programs based on academic quality standards that integrate theory and practice.

Vision and mission

Vision

The Department of Economics and Public Finance seeks to be a leading department, distinguished in teaching and research in economics and public finance at local and regional level, by offering high-quality education that keeps pace with global economic developments and responds to the needs of sustainable development and the job market.

Mission

The Department of Economics and Public Finance is committed to preparing scientifically and professionally qualified graduates in economics and public finance, with theoretical knowledge, applied skills and professional values, able to analyze economic and financial problems and propose suitable solutions, by: offering distinguished, up-to-date educational programs in line with quality and accreditation standards; supporting applied research that serves economic development; strengthening partnership with community institutions and the job market; and instilling the values of integrity, transparency and social responsibility.

Goals

  1. Prepare graduates with a deep understanding of modern economic theory and public finance, able to apply it in analyzing the economy
  2. Develop analytical and quantitative thinking and the use of statistical tools in studying economic phenomena
  3. Prepare students to work in public budgeting, taxation, fiscal policy, banking and economic institutions
  4. Support research in macroeconomics, microeconomics and public finance that serves development plans
  5. Strengthen a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the department
  6. Develop students’ communication, teamwork and leadership skills
  7. Support innovation and entrepreneurship in economics and finance

Academic standards

The academic standards of the Department of Economics and Public Finance are based on the national reference frameworks for higher education standards, and include the following:

  • First: knowledge and understanding — the department enables students to master the basic concepts of microeconomics and macroeconomics
  • Understanding the theories of public finance, tax policy and public expenditure
  • Understanding how markets and financial institutions work
  • Knowing the tools of quantitative and qualitative economic analysis
  • Second: intellectual skills — the department develops students’ ability to analyze complex economic problems using scientific methods
  • Interpreting economic and financial indicators
  • Comparing different economic policies and assessing their effects
  • Making decisions in the light of the available data
  • Third: professional and practical skills — the department gives students the ability to prepare and analyze public budgets
  • Using statistical software in economic analysis
  • Preparing economic reports and studies
  • Applying the principles of transparency and accountability in financial work
  • Fourth: general and transferable skills — the department develops effective written and oral communication
  • The ability to work in a team
  • Time management and work organization skills
  • Commitment to professional ethics and social responsibility

Programs

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Faculty

Faculty members

  • Dr. Mohamed Ayman El-Gogary

    Head of department

    Specialist in economics and public finance

  • Dr. Mohamed El-Assy

    Faculty member

    Economics and public finance

  • Dr. Tarek El-Barashy

    Faculty member

    Economics and public finance

  • Dr. Mohamed Borham

    Faculty member

    Economics and public finance

Seconded faculty

  • Prof. Dr. Mostafa Ahmed Radwan

    Seconded faculty member

    Professor of Economics, Misr Higher Institute

Careers

  • Government and international institutions

    • Economic analyst in ministries and authorities
    • Public budget and public financial management specialist
    • Economic planner in development agencies
    • Trade representative in international organizations

  • Financial and banking sector

    • Economic researcher in central and commercial banks
    • Financial analyst and investment policy specialist
    • Capital markets and international trade specialist
    • Economic advisor in financing institutions

  • Foreign trade and international business

    • Export and import procedures specialist
    • International markets and trade relations analyst
    • Advisor on international economic blocs
    • Foreign trade manager in major companies

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