Middle East continues to offer the best intellectual capital for leading universities

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About The Wharton School:

The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is the world's leading institution of business education. Founded in 1881 as the first US collegiate business school, Wharton is recognized for its innovative leadership and academic excellence across every major discipline. With more than 280 faculty, 11 academic departments, 19 research centers, and leading programs at the undergraduate, MBA, doctoral, and executive education levels, the school has more impact on management and business practices worldwide than any other institution of its kind.

The Wharton MBA program is known for a breadth and depth of curriculum that generates innovative and creative thinking and instills excitement for learning. The program brings together the world's top faculty, students, alumni, and industry leaders in a dynamic and engaged community. This diversity of talent places students at the leading edge of new ideas that shape global practice in the business, non-profit, and government sectors.


About Amwal Al Khaleej:

Amwal AlKhaleej is a leading regional private equity firm managing approximately SAR 2.5 billion. Amwal AlKhaleej was the first and only regional Firm founded and headquartered in Riyadh in late 2004 with offices in Dubai and Cairo and its team includes some of the most experienced investment professionals in the region. The Firm has investments in several high calibre companies including Maritime Industrial Services, Arabia Cotton Ginning, Al-Tayyar Travel Group, Dubai Contracting Group, Contact Cars, Rowad Schools, and Gulf Insulation Group.


About Booz & Company:

Booz & Company is a leading global management consulting firm, helping the world's top businesses, government ministries, and organizations.

Our founder, Edwin Booz, defined the profession when he established the first management consulting firm in 1914.
Today, with more than 3,300 people in 59 offices around the world, we bring foresight and knowledge, deep functional expertise, and a practical approach to building capabilities and delivering real impact. We work closely with our clients to create and deliver essential advantage.

For further information, please contact:

Lina Al Desouky
GolinHarris Dubai
Tel:+971 4 332 3308