What is your current professional activity? and your involvement in sport?
My current job is manufacturing sportswear for football clubs and academies in Egypt.
Why did you choose to attend the FIFA/CIES Programme in Sport Management at Cairo University?
Passion, knowledge, skills, and networking.
What were your expectations before the start of the course? and… were they met?
I thought I would just get academic theories and learn how professional clubs and sports institutions work. However, I got more than that, with a clear vision of the local and global sports market in terms of management, marketing, sports law, sponsorships and financial terms.
What would you say are the key strengths of the FIFA/CIES Programme in Sport Management?
Networking.
What benefits (on a personal and/or professional level) did you gain from attending the course?
Good analysis and understanding of the local sports market.
What is your best memory/highlight of the course?
The graduation ceremony.
Would you recommend the FIFA/CIES Programme in Sport Management? Why?
Yes, for sure.