Contributing to Economic Diversification in AMENA Countries
Learn to
refine & commercialize
your ideas
About the AMENA CED
Sustainable Development Through Innovation and Entrepreneurship in AI and Advanced Technologies
Innovation and knowledge economy is great opportunities in the broader middle east to develop human resources in advanced technologies and innovative thinking and entrepreneurship. Talented youth will develop new products and services to present to the global market to emerge Unicorns!
boot camps, programs, and events held per year
of countries from the AMENA region participate
Why UC Berkeley
Developing pathways to promote entrepreneurship and sustainable economic growth in the AMENA region requires an interdisciplinary approach. With its world-class schools and departments, and its proximity to and extensive contacts with Silicon Valley, UC Berkeley has the expertise to provide meaningful insights.
Boot Camps
and Programs
At AMENA CED we offer boot camps, workshops and short-term certificate programs designed to advance modern skillsets, enhance workforce capacity, boost innovation, improve governance and institutions, provide intra- and entrepreneurship training, and instill a culture of calculated risk taking.
Boot Camp contents and activities, including lectures, projects and vis are organized to augment their relevance to the countries, industries, and companies from which the participants are drawn. The contextualization approach is designed to maximize the benefits that accrue to participants.
This boot camp will provide a thorough exposure to both the concept and practice of entrepreneurship and the processes of going from ideas to implementation.
- Entrepreneurship
The Boot Camp in Executive Leadership & Innovation will provide full exposure to the latest concepts and practices of executive leadership and innovation.
- Leadership
This boot camp focuses on the practical and technical skills needed to analyze and solve complex data problems through real-world examples from various industry data fields.
- Data Science
This program takes a multidisciplinary approach to attaining proficiency in marketing strategy, campaign development, digital advertising, and modern tools in site analytics and reporting.
- Marketing
In this program, you’ll learn the theory and tools to build engaging user experiences and interfaces, employing industry practices to gain real-world design experience.
- Design
H a a s S c h o o l o f B u s i n e s s
As one of the most high-ranking universities in the United States, the University of California, Berkeley has been questioning the status quo since its founding in 1898.
How to Apply
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 5 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.
Financial Aid
At AMENA we keep a world-class education affordable. Check out if you qualify for our innovative financial aid programs to attend boot camps, short-term programs, or our Global Exchange program.
Program Fees
Our programs are designed to reduce the average cost of study while preserving the world-class quality of education.
Note that costs include lodging, breakfast, lunch, and visits.
Boot Camps,
2022-2023
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Qatar Entrepreneurship $15,000
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UAE Entrepreneurship $15,000
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Turkey Leadership $11,000
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Egypt Leadership $14,000
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Saudi Arabia Leadership $15,000
Certificate Programs,
2022-2023
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Digital Marketing $730
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UI/UX Design $440
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Design Thinking $890
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Data Analytics $390
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Project Management $280
Developing
Human
Capital
We create a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial community
The Campus
Experience
Lectures and class sessions will be held at the University of California, Berkeley.
You will be hosted at UC Berkeley housing, where breakfast and lunch will be served. Transportation from/to site visits will be provided.
AMENA Offerings
As part of our offerings, we help MENA startups to augment their innovation capacity, develop workshops and curricula for young professionals to advance modern skillsets, and offer consulting services for strategy development.
News & Events
UC Berkeley AMENA Center Team Wins First Prize at AI in Healthcare Hackathon 2026
A team representing the UC Berkeley AMENA Center has won First Prize at the international AI in Healthcare Hackathon hosted by Central
In Memoriam: Dr. Asadollah Aasaraai
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Asadollah Aasaraai, a distinguished scholar and visionary leader in the
In Memoriam: Dr. Osama Hassanein
The AMENA Center for Entrepreneurship and Development at UC Berkeley mourns the passing of Dr. Osama Hassanein, Honorary Chairman of the Center.
