F.A.Q.

Where Is The Campus Located ?

SSM Cairo has several partnership with prestigious learning centers in Great Cairo, Alexandria, Damietta, and other cities in the pipeline.

The management office for SSM Cairo is located in THE GREEK CAMPUS, 171 Tahrir St., Bab El Louk، Al Dawawin, Abdeen, 11513

Other learning centers are located in:

• Cairo – Mersal Academy, Maadi, Villa 29 Street 262 A off 263 Satellite, New.
• Cairo – Mersal Academy, Fifth Settlement, 595 El Narges District, in front of Fatima El Sharbatly Mosque.
• Cairo – Mersal Academy, Sheikh Zayed District, ElMostakbal Street, Rawdet El Mohandeseen Building 1 Entrance 2 in front of Housing Gardens Project.
• Cairo – Egypt Japan University of Science and Technology – E-Just, Concordia Building, B2111,Smart Village, Cairo-Alex road. Postal Code 12577, Giza, Egypt
• Alexandria – Egypt Japan University of Science and Technology, E-Just, New Borg El Arab City, Alexandria 21934.
• Alexandria – T-HUB, 4 Ibn Al Saegh, Al Mesallah Sharq, Al Attarin.

How Many Times Do We Have Classes?

Usually MBA, DBA and Ph.D. classes’ take place between 2 to 3 times on bi-weekly basis full weekend days with 5 sessions of 90 minutes and short breaks.

How Many Students Are In One Class Usually? What Type Of Teaching Methods Do You Use?

At SSM, we believe in quality education and a personal approach to each of our candidates. Therefore, classes will not have more than 20-25 students. Exceptions are additional seminars, master classes and special events.

How Proficient Do You Have to Be In English?

All classes are conducted in English. We require a sound command of English: written and spoken.

Do You Offer English Language Course At SSM Cairo?

Yes, we do, additionally to your study program, you can join the “Business English” classes offered at the University by certified teachers.

Does SSM Offer Career Counseling? What Are Job Prospects Like In Egypt?

Our teaching staff will coach you on your career throughout your time at SSM from creating a competitive CV to succeeding at your interviews. Egypt is a home for many international companies and international organizations (such as Total, Orascom, Pepsi, Microsoft, etc.). We strongly encourage our students to apply at these organizations during their time at SSM.
We already started a series of “Meet the Dean” with our students in Egypt and Riyadh. Cairo/KSA Dean has a substantial entrepreneurial expertise with local and Multinational companies; he conducts frequent mentorship sessions with our students.

I Have Family Members I Would Like To Take With Me While I Study At SSM. Can They Come?

Student VISAs are only valid for those coming to study. However, family members can join who are studying by taking tourist VISAs into Egypt with renewal as described here (refers to VISAs page).

I Want To Join SSM, But It Is In The Middle Of School Year. Can I Still Join?

At SSM, we have different enrollment times per year. For those of you who may feel that it is too late to join; it is not! For more information, please look under our programs to find out more about our intake period. Most of our programs are built on a modular way. This will allow us to enroll students throughout the year.

What Is The Cost Of Living?

Boasting miles of stunning places, thousands of years of history, as well as a rich culture, Cairo is one of the most fascinating cities in the world and a popular choice for expats looking to experience something different with a little bit low cost to abroad student.

Sample Price Guide

The following prices can vary between 10 % up and down.

Food

Housing

Personal Care
Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes)

Entertainment & other