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ExxonMobil Egypt Builds Strategic Partnership with SUT to Implement the “Polytechnic” Education in Egypt
Published on : 2024-10-20
Cairo – October, 2024 – In line with its commitments to support Education in Egypt, and bridge the gap between industry and academia, ExxonMobil Egypt has entered into a strategic partnership with ELSEWEDY UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (SUT)- POLYTECHNIC OF EGYPT, to promote the implementation of the Polytechnic model with the aim of enriching educational processes and fostering technological skills among Egyptian youth.
As part of this collaboration, ExxonMobil Egypt will be sponsoring an industrial engineering lab located at the university campus on Cairo Ismailia Desert Road, equipping it with state-of-the-art technologies and essential equipment. This commitment is a testament of ExxonMobil Egypt's dedication to bolstering technological education and nurturing future talents.
The primary objective of this initiative is to amplify hands-on learning opportunities, enabling students to apply academic theories in practical, real-world settings, thereby enhancing their skills and gaining deeper insights into industry demands. ExxonMobil Egypt is actively engaged in supporting education and community development in Egypt through continual investments in the educational sector.
Eng. Amr Abou Eita, Chairman and Managing Director of ExxonMobil Egypt, expressed pride in the partnership with Elsewedy University of Technology (SUT) – Polytechnic of Egypt, underscoring his belief in the university's mission to implement Polytechnic education in Egypt and equip Egyptian youth with the requisite skills for success in engineering and technology sectors. He emphasized the significance of bridging the professional gap in the local market and expressed anticipation for further collaboration to fortify Egypt's industrial sector, ultimately leading to more accomplishments that benefit both students and industry.
Eng. Ahmed Elsewedy, Chairman of the board of trustees of Elsewedy EDTECH, extended his gratitude to ExxonMobil Egypt for its continuous support to education in Egypt and anticipated positive outcomes from the partnership in empowering youth and fostering community development. Elsewedy emphasized that partnering with a reputable company like ExxonMobil Egypt is a crucial stride in executing SUT’s ambitious strategy to provide students with practical experiences, enabling them to make meaningful contributions to society in the industrial domain.
SUT offers an educational model, with an emphasis on practical applications comprising 60% of the curriculum compared to 40% theoretical education. This is achieved through the integration of theoretical learning with practical training via professional programs conducted in collaboration with over 15 industry partners and international collaborators, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the existing workforce.
It’s worth mentioning that ExxonMobil Egypt undertakes various activities aimed at promoting ambitious entrepreneurial ventures, fostering entrepreneurship, supporting public and technical education, furthering community activities, and empowering women economically, all of which are aligned with Egypt Vision 2030.
