From Gaza to Edinburgh and Back

Graduating as an electrical engineer from Islamic University of Gaza in 2012, Amany found herself working in project coordination for several international non-governmental humanitarian organisations. She saw the Edinburgh MBA as a route to realise her goals and return to her country with more skills.

How does it feel to be selected for the Alumni 100 list?

"Unique, distinguished, worked hard to reach goals."

What made you choose to study at the University of Edinburgh Business School?

"The University reputation, rank, diversity, courses, style of teaching, and the beauty of Edinburgh."

What are your memories of studying at the Business School?

"The school staff, colleagues, and group work."

What key thing that you learnt at the Business School do you still rely on today?

"Strategic thinking, leadership skills, innovation, business writing, and networking."

Proudest work-related achievement to date?

"Proud of all that I achieved till today at this young age, and that I am still developing my knowledge, experiences, skills, and character."

What's the one thing you think current students need to develop or learn before entering the modern workplace?

"Research skills and writing."