Achievements
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As part of its journey, National Education Network |NEN has achieved a wide range of strategic, technological, and educational accreditations, alongside formal recognition from leading international companies in academic, technical, and governmental testing. These milestones reflect NENs dedication to integrity, fairness, and internationally recognized standards. Over the years, this commitment has enabled NEN to become a trusted partner for global organizations, administering more than 100,000 international exams an achievement that highlights its proven expertise and strong legacy in the field of assessment and certification.

June,2022

  • The Future Vision Pioneers Initiative – Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research – contracted with us to implement electronic tests through our network of accredited test centers and affiliates across the Arab Republic of Egypt to facilitate applicants.
  • It also contracted with us to deliver the basic level of qualifying programs through our e-learning platform, targeting 6,000 trainees.

 

May,2022

-Signed a cooperation agreement with the Royal College in Uzbekistan .

-Selected by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology for the “Decent Digital Life” initiative in the field of vocational training services and specialized business models, to contribute to building an interactive and secure digital society, and to enhance the digital competitiveness and excellence of the Egyptian citizen locally, regionally, and internationally

March,2022

Selected by the African Bank as an IT consulting service provider to support entrepreneurs and start-ups in Africa, foster innovation, and drive economic growth, as part of financing the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Strengthening Project.

February,2022

Sponsored the Future Vision Pioneers Initiative – Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research – by providing hosting services and implementing remote qualifying exams for the initiative through the UTEST platform.

 

January,2022

-Accredited as a SELT (Secure English Language Test) center.

-Launched the “Tatweer” initiative for small and medium-sized start-ups, providing them with services and consultations across various fields, including technological, marketing, educational, and other tailored solutions with the support of a specialized team

 

 

2022
October,2021

Signed a strategic partnership agreement between LPA – the Agency for Promoting Foreign Language Learning, N.E.N, and Attanal Al Arabi to manage and operate international exams in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

 

August,2021

Formed a strategic partnership with the Arab Council for Training and Students Creativity – Union of Arab Universities (ACTSAU) in the Middle East and North Africa region to provide various technological solutions and services in different areas for board members, employees, and their families.

July,2021

Cooperated with IT Park to support the development of the ICT sector and contribute to achieving the vision and objectives of the Ministry of Communications in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

January,2021

Formed a strategic partnership with Dar Nahdet Misr to provide advanced educational and technological solutions in the field of education.

2021
October,2020

Cooperated with Connect 365 Company to implement and manage a human resources management portal for the Middle East.

 

July,2020

Obtained a license and official approval from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to establish El Waha University.

January,2020

Signed a memorandum of understanding with At-Tanal Al-Arabi Foundation to manage and implement academic achievement exams through the approved testing platform, UTEST.

2020
October,2019

Cooperated with the Ministry of Education and Technical Education in implementing programs to prepare and qualify young graduates for the labor market, and to provide job opportunities for qualified individuals through our ITEP English language tests and Attanal Al-Arabi Arabic language tests.

September,2019

Cooperated with the [Egypt] Online Portal to register job candidates eligible to work in government and private schools, in collaboration with the Egyptian Ministry of Education.

May,2019

Cooperation agreement with QuadraBay to validate data and documents.

 

March,2019

Managed and implemented specialization tests in the Temporary Teacher Competition with the Egyptian Ministry of Education across all governorates, within the Ministry’s technology centers.

2019
May,2018

-Accredited as a technical support partner by Amazon Web Services (AWS).

-Started cooperation and participation in the “Pioneers of Future Technology” initiative by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.

April,2018

Signed a protocol of cooperation with Milford University of America for the accreditation of certificates in all fields and disciplines of training and education.

March,2018

Received the Cisco Education Engagement and Services Award in recognition of NEN’s activities and services over the past five years.

January,2018

Launched the Elite Membership Program for all categories, designed to help overcome challenges in developing their educational skills.

2018
December,2017

Signed a joint cooperation protocol with the Professional Academy for Teachers – Egyptian Ministry of Education – for the provision of the professional development and promotion program for teachers, and the accreditation of career cadres inside and outside Egypt.

October,2017

Sponsored the Creative Education Conference “EduVation for Smart Education.”

August,2017

Accredited as an international testing center by Cambridge Assessment English.

July,2017

Signed a joint cooperation agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) as a strategic partner to support companies in accordance with international standards.

June,2017

Launched the qualification and accreditation program for trainers and teachers.

May,2017

Accredited as an international testing center by the British Council to provide APTIS tests.

April,2017

Signed a cooperation protocol with the League of Arab States in the fields of training, research, studies, software, educational solutions, and the organization of exhibitions, conferences, and forums.

March,2017

Signed a cooperation protocol with 6th of October University to implement international training and testing programs within the university.

February,2017

Signed a cooperation protocol with the Faculty of Information Systems and Computer Science at 6th of October University to implement a structured summer training program for students.

2017
December,2016

Launched the UNESCO-certified International Trainer/Teacher Program

August,2016

Launch of the free e – learning platform-Edu Me Free to support students and develop the learning process through information technology.

 

July,2016

Launched the NEN Interactive Learning Program, designed to provide engaging, learner-centered digital education experiences that support independent learning and skill development.

March,2016

Launched an international tourism training program implemented in more than 10 countries.

2016
September,2015

Signed a cooperation agreement with the Social Fund for Development (SFD) as part of a strategic partnership contributing to social and economic development. The agreement supports efforts to combat unemployment, alleviate poverty, improve living standards, and accelerate inclusive national growth.

July,2015

Ranked 1st in Egypt and 35th globally among Microsoft partners, recognizing excellence in performance, impact, and delivery of Microsoft-certified training and solutions.

June,2015

Won the Small Enterprise Support Award from the Information Technology Industry Development Authority (ITIDA) for the year 2015.

April,2015

Partnered with the Egyptian-UAE Training for Employment Project, resulting in the training and recruitment of 1,458 students in Egypt.

February,2015

Launched the “Business Skills” Certificate, accompanied by international tests in more than 21 disciplines across the fields of human development and management, aiming to build practical, globally recognized professional competencies.

 

January,2015

Launched the ICPU – Internet and Computer Professional User skills certification program, accompanied by international assessments across more than 12 specialized IT disciplines to measure and develop digital and professional competencies.

2015
December,2014

Launched the T4J Recruitment Training Project, designed to equip fresh graduates with essential job market skills and support their transition into employment through targeted training and career readiness programs

October,2014

Accredited as an official educational partner of Android ATC to deliver globally recognized training programs in Android application development

September,2014

Launched the International English Proficiency Scholarship Program – ITEP, providing language training and support for study and work abroad. More than 673 students have been trained through the program to date.

August,2014

Signed a joint cooperation agreement with Jefferson University

 

July,2014

-Accredited as an international academic testing center by the Boston American Foundation for administering iTEP English language proficiency exams, supporting global academic and professional pathways.

-Won the Small Enterprise Support Award from the Information Technology Industry Development Authority (ITIDA) in 2014, recognizing efforts in empowering small businesses through innovative training and technology initiatives.

June,2014

Accredited as an international testing center by PTE Academy for administering English language exams required for study abroad, expanding our services to support global academic mobility.

May,2014

Awarded “Best Cisco Academy in the Middle East” in 2014, in recognition of outstanding performance, training quality, and regional impact in delivering Cisco-certified programs.

April,2014

Opened the Regional Office of the National Education Network in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to strengthen our presence in the Gulf region and support our regional partners and learners more effectively.

February,2014

Awarded the EC-Council Information Security Center of the Year (Middle East) in 2014, recognizing our leadership in cybersecurity training and excellence in delivering certified information security programs.

January,2014

Launched the “Egypt Online” initiative to promote interactive, accessible education across the country.To date, more than 10,000 training kits have been sold, supporting learners with high-quality, self-paced learning resources.

2014
August,2013

-Established the National Education Network (NEN) as a foundation for community service, with a mission to empower youth through education and technology.

-Launched free training grants aimed at enhancing student competencies and preparing them for success in the labor market.

July,2013

Won the Small Enterprise Support Award from the Information Technology Industry Development Authority (ITIDA) in 2013.

May,2013

Launched the “CertiBank” Banking Diploma Program to qualify university graduates for careers in the banking sector through a specialized training track.

To date, around 350 trainees have completed the program

April,2013

Launched the “Integrated Skills Development Program – IPSD”, training and testing over 1,250 students.

February,2013

Launch of Microsoft – MTA certified technologist preparation program and training of more than 2000 trainees to date

2013
April,2012

The launch of the IESL program, and more than 2,900 students have been trained and tested

 

March,2012

Signing a joint cooperation agreement with Michigan Academy to provide TOEFL_ITP tests in all approved test centers

 

January,2012

-Launched and accredited the Global Training System (GTS) in more than 500 international training centers across the Middle East, enhancing the delivery and standardization of professional training across the region.

-Launched and approved the Global Exam System (GES) in over 80 international test centers, providing a secure and integrated solution for managing international examinations with advanced monitoring and control capabilities.

2012
December,2011

accredited as an IATA Education Partner, enabling the provision of specialized training in aviation and hospitality. This milestone led to the launch of the "NEN Aviation" program, focusing on air hospitality and aviation services.

A historic meeting of the Board of Directors was held to explore new strategic directions for the foundation, resulting in the following key decisions:

-Launch of the “National Education Network” project, under the umbrella of NEN.

-Shifting the company’s primary focus from directly managing training centers to providing support, qualification, and management services for training centers across the nation.

-Reducing the number of branches from 13 to 3 administrative hubs within the Arab Republic of Egypt.

-Expanding the accreditation framework using the System of Excellence for training centers in the Middle East.

-Establishing a dedicated division for international project management to support accredited training centers globally.

 

November,2011

Launched the “International Training License – ITL” which is an international training program for trainers to obtain professional trainer licenses that are recognized globally.

Till date, more than 3,325 trainers have graduated who have trained more than 5,280 trainees.

 

October,2011

Our specialized Training of Trainers (TOT) curriculum was developed and internationally accredited, enabling participants to obtain the following certifications:

Microsoft Certified Trainer

CompTIA Certified Trainer

EC-Council Certified Instructor


 

 

September,2011

established the Academy of Professional Trainers empowering certified trainers to issue international certifications.
More than 500 trainees enrolled shortly after its launch.

August,2011

Became the first international computer-based testing center accredited by Pearson VUE outside the United States and the United Kingdom.

July,2011

-Got ranked as the best Microsoft Partner in Egypt and the 37th globally.

-Received the EC-Council Best Information Security Center in the Middle East Award for the year 2011.

-Received Microsoft’s Best Small Business Specialist Award in the Middle East for the year 2011 recognizing NEN’s service excellence and ability to apply Microsoft’s technology products and solutions in service of business clients, especially small businesses and start-ups.

 

April,2011

Joined the Egyptian Information, Telecommunications, Electronics, and Software Alliance (EITESAL) to contribute to the development and implementation of a strategic plan aimed at advancing the ICTE industry in Egypt.

March,2011

Won the Best Test Center Award from Prometric for outstanding proctoring and test security.

 

February,2011

Accredited as an international academic testing center by the Institute of Internal Auditors to conduct CIA certification tests.

January,2011

Established a partnership with the Chamber of Information Technology Industry (CIT) to provide support in securing and protecting industrial products within the field of Communication and Information Technology.

2011
October,2010

The number of administrative staff at the company increased from 60 to 128 employees, all specialized in training and professional development, while the number of internationally accredited trainers rose from 18 to 44.

September,2010

Won the specialized training tender offered by the Egyptian Ministry of Communications, in partnership with Vision Company, with a total value of EGP 22 million. The project targets 530 students annually over a period of three years, delivering training through 22 centers nationwide. Each student receives 1,200 hours of training and undergoes international certification exams across six specialized tracks.

 

 

 

August,2010

Signed a joint cooperation agreement with UNESCO to provide International Student ID Card- ISIC.

 

July,2010

Partnering with the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) to support the growth of the IT sector and promote the protection of intellectual property rights

May,2010

Received ISO 9001:2008 Quality Certification.

 

April,2010

Implementation of the international evaluation system “Metrics That Matter” (MTM), developed by the Knowledge Advisors Foundation, to measure training outcomes at the international level.

February,2010

Became official Technical Support Partners for both Juniper Networks and National Instruments.

January,2010

Signed a joint cooperation agreement with the Egyptian Engineers Association to accredit all certificates issued in the fields of Communication, Information Technology, Engineering, and Managerial Sciences.

2010
August,2009

Accredited by ETS as an International Academic Testing Center for TOEFL iBT

July,2009

-Signed a joint cooperation agreement with the Industrial Training Council (ITC) as a strategic partner to strengthen the industrial training system and develop human capital in alignment with international standards.

-Received accreditation from the EC-Council as an official exam center authorized to conduct CEH and other EC-Council certification exams and training programs.

June,2009

Accredited as an International Testing Center for Pearson VUE and Prometric.

2009
September,2008

We became a certified technical support partner for leading global technology providers, including Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, and MathWorks—demonstrating our technical expertise and commitment to delivering high-standard support services.

August,2008

Received our accreditation as a learning partner for Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, and MathWorks.

 

July,2008

Received international accreditation as an authorized testing center for both ICDL and Certiport certifications.

June,2008

A Strategic Business Unit focused on projects, software production, and integrated educational solutions was established, resulting in an increase in the number of full-time programmers from 3 to 8 specialized professionals.

 

May,2008

NEN for Communication and Information Technology was established as an independent legal entity, specializing in software development, educational solutions, and the management of training centers

2008
October,2007

The launch of the “Learn and Teach” initiative targeted university and college students specializing in Information Technology. The initiative was implemented during the summer and provided training programs to students from more than 14 Egyptian universities.

 

 

 

August,2007

A strategic partnership with the Industrial Modernization Center (IMC) was established to support industrial enterprises—whether individually or by sector—through a comprehensive and tailored action plan designed to meet their specific development needs.

 

July,2007

-Opening more than 13 branches and training centers across the Arab Republic of Egypt .

- During this phase, the company increased its workforce from 11 to over 60 specialized - professionals in the field of training and educational development.

-The number of internationally accredited trainers also grew from 5 to 18.


 

2007
February,2006

The first branch was opened in 6th of October City, Egypt, operating as an international training center under the name Synergy Professional Service (currently known as Global Knowledge).

 

 

 

2006