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Chapter II

Let’s Unlock The Entrepreneurial Potential Within Our
University And Empower The Next Wave Of Change Makers.

An Entrepreneurial Universities Roundtable!

On 9th December, 2023, within the framework of developing the university’s strategic plan,
and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Cherif Khater - University President, and the leadership of
Assoc. Prof. Ahmed R. Al-Sheakh, an entrepreneurial roundtable was held focused on fostering
entrepreneurship and innovation in higher education aimed to bring together key stakeholders,
industry leaders, and passionate educators to strategize and shape the future of entrepreneurial
universities. Our primary goal was to facilitate collaborative discussions and generate innovative
ideas to enhance entrepreneurship education at Mansoura National University and beyond.
Added to:

• Engage Stakeholders, as a diverse group of participants, including university representatives,
entrepreneurs, industry experts, government officials, and students were invited and attended.
This inclusive approach ensured a comprehensive range of perspectives and expertise.
• Plan Engaging Sessions: The roundtable agenda comprised thought-provoking presentations,
interactive panel discussions, and breakout sessions. Topics such as curriculum development,
industry-academia collaborations, start-up incubation, and fostering an entrepreneurial mind-
set among students were covered.
• Promote Networking: The event provided ample opportunities for networking and relationship
building, as we believe that forging connections among participants will lead to exciting
collaborations and knowledge exchange beyond the roundtable itself.
• Facilitate Action Planning: Through in-depth discussions, we aimed to develop an actionable
roadmap for integrating entrepreneurship into the university’s curriculum, establishing
support mechanisms for student start-ups, and fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem on
campus.
• Drive Long-term Impact: The insights and outcomes from the roundtable will serve as
a foundation for ongoing initiatives and policy changes to transform Mansoura National
University into a hub for entrepreneurial education.
Together, we can shape the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders! Let’s unlock the
entrepreneurial potential within our university and empower the next wave of change makers.

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