May Al-Amir, a graduate from the ESLSCA University, has won the coveted BGA Student of the Year Award 2024.
The AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2024 were held on January 19, 2024 at the exceptional Park Plaza London Riverbank. The Awards brought together leading lights from the global business education community to celebrate excellence and commend achievement among business schools, MBA students and graduates, suppliers and employers.
The ceremony was attended by more than 200 business school leaders, as well as category finalists, judges and members of the media.
The BGA Student of the Year Award recognises students who have shown exceptional career potential and who BGA believes can act as ambassadors for the global business school community.
This award doesn’t just recognise ‘straight-A’ students but also focuses on leadership potential and career progression for students of any business education degree programme. Shortlisted students therefore represent a wide range of different personal and professional backgrounds.
May Al-Amir approach as a schedule representative, innovative ideas, and dedication to community involvement make her a deserving award winner. Her academic excellence, effective communication, and problem-solving skills set her apart as a true leader and contributor to her peers and the university community.
Through her initiatives, like introducing python courses and addressing major selection concerns, she positively impacts the educational experience for all. Moreover, her active participation in the Do-Nations club showcases her commitment to making a difference beyond academics.
May Al-Amir said of her win, “This award is the culmination of diligent work, dedication, and the support of valued entities. I express my gratitude to AMBA & BGA, ESLSCA, Cel Amade, Meredith Storey, and Myrte Scheffer for their significant contributions to this achievement, it has been truly inspirational. Here’s to embracing future successes and continual growth.”
Andrew Main Wilson, Chief Executive of the Association of MBAs and Business Graduates Association (AMBA & BGA) said: “On behalf of the AMBA and BGA team, I would like to congratulate the finalists and winners of this year’s Excellence Awards.
“This year, the competition was stronger than ever. The entries who have made the final shortlist in each category should feel proud of their achievements.
“Additionally, the students and graduates who have been shortlisted as finalists today have all used their qualifications to achieve a spectrum of impressive results, in terms of the positive impact they have made to business, education and society as a whole.
“It was thrilling to be able to celebrate the AMBA network’s achievements at this glamorous Gala Dinner – in particular its been amazing to celebrate exceptional innovations and successes in the higher management education industry.
“I also want to take the opportunity to thank our partners, Kortext, Canvas by Instructure, Cesim Business Simulations, Perlego and BlueSky Education. Their support for our awards – and the business education sector – is greatly appreciated.”
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Awards selection process:
The finalists were shortlisted by AMBA & BGA’s senior management team. A panel of judges then reviewed the shortlisted entries, selecting a winner and a highly commended entry for each award. Our judging panel is made up of AMBA board members, business experts, deans and management leaders.
All of our judges were selected based on their experience and qualifications.
The winners and highly commended entries can be seen here.
Best Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative 2024, in association with BlueSky Education
Winner
Highly commended
Best Business School Partnership Award 2024, in association with Perlego
Winner
Highly commended
Best CSR and Sustainability Initiative 2024, in association with Cesim Business Simulations
Winner
Highly commended
Best Lifelong Learning Initiative 2024, in association with Canvas by Instructure
Winner
Best Innovation Strategy Award 2024, in association with Kortext
Winner
Highly commended
BGA Business School Impact Award 2024
Winner
Highly commended
Start-Up of the Year Award 2024
Winner
Highly commended
Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2024
Winner
Highly commended
Postgraduate Leadership Award 2024
Winner
Highly commended
AMBA Student of the Year Award 2024
Winner
Highly commended
BGA Student of the Year Award 2024
Winner