About
From its creation in 2008 to today’s school: the main milestones of ENSM.
National Higher School of Management University Pole of Koléa, Tipaza
2008
The National Higher School of Management is created in Algiers by Executive Decree No. 08-116 of 9 April 2008, in accordance with Executive Decree No. 05-500 of 29 December 2005. It first opens in temporary premises in central Algiers, pending its move to the University Pole of Koléa.
2011
The first class is launched under Professor Mohamed Chérif Belmihoub, with three master’s programmes. The school also opens doctoral entrance examinations in these specialties, signalling its intent to build solid academic research.
2014
Under Professor Hasna Messaid, the school settles at the University Pole of Koléa and adds three new master’s programmes, responding to the growing needs of the labour market.
2018–2019
Two new master’s programmes strengthen the school’s grounding in innovation and modern management. In 2019 a master’s in supply-chain management is created, followed by new doctoral training in strategic management and information systems.
2020–2022
In 2020, under Professor Sidi Mohamed Sahel, ENSM introduces doctoral training in human resource management and in strategic management and information systems, alongside the existing track in organizational management. In 2022 a master’s in corporate financial management consolidates its expertise in financial management.
2024
Under Dr Mounir Belali, ENSM undertakes an ambitious digital transformation, digitizing its enrolment processes. His participative leadership and attention to teachers, students and administrators create a collaborative environment. A programme in governance and anti-corruption is launched to train ethical, responsible leaders.
Today
Ten master’s programmes and several doctoral and continuing-education pathways support the school community, driven by communication, active participation, coaching and the quality of teaching. Its graduates, true ambassadors, hold strategic positions in Algeria and abroad.
01 / OVERVIEW
At the beginning, the school opened its doors in temporary premises in central Algiers, while awaiting relocation to the University Pole of Koléa. The first class was launched in 2011, under the leadership of Professor Mohamed Chérif BELMIHOUB, offering three (3) Master’s programs: Management of Organizations, Industrial Economics of Networks and Infrastructures, and a professional Master's degree in Quality Management.
Additionally, the school has organized PhD entrance exams in the aforementioned specialties, indicating its commitment to establish solid academic research. Four years later, and under the leadership of Professor Hasna Messaid, ENSM moved to the University Pole of Koléa. At that time, it expanded its programs, offering three (3) new Master’s degrees in: Human Resource Management, Strategic Management and Information Systems, and Marketing Management, thus responding to the growing needs of the job market. Three years later, ENSM introduced two (2) new Master’s programs: Project Management and Entrepreneurship, as well as E-Governance, further strengthening its focus on innovation and modern management. At the same time, a Master's program in Supply Chain Management was launched in 2019, followed by new PhD training programs in Strategic Management and Information Systems, therefore broadening specialization opportunities for researchers.
In 2020, and under the leadership of Professor Sidi Mohamed Sahel, the ENSM enriched its academic programs with the introduction of PhD training programs in Human Resource Management and Strategic Management and Information Systems, consequently complementing the existing programs in Management of Organizations.
In 2022, the school expanded its Master's programs list with the addition of a Master's in Corporate Financial Management, thereby consolidating its expertise in financial management. Under the leadership of Dr. Mounir BELALI, the ENSM began an ambitious digital transformation, starting with the digitization of enrollment processes. Thanks to his sharp sense of leadership and participation, Dr. BELALI was able to bring a new light to the school by effectively mobilizing his team. His active listening to all ENSM stakeholders— professors, students, and administrators, helped creating a collaborative environment. In addition, a Governance and Anti-Corruption program was launched, illustrating our commitment to training ethical and accountable leaders.
In 2024, the ENSM offers a range of ten (10) Master’s programs, demonstrating remarkable growth in just 13 years. This reflects our commitment to staying at the forefront of academic and professional needs. The school has always been committed to effectively supporting all its stakeholders by highlighting its key levers such as communication, active participation, coaching, as well as the quality of training and learning. These constant efforts have made it possible to train real ambassadors, who proudly uphold the values of our school. It is with great pride that we see our graduates occupy strategic positions, both in Algeria and beyond. Their success reflects the core values we cultivate at ENSM: rigor, discipline and unwavering motivation, which are at the heart of our educational approach.
Dr. Chafika LARRAS
