Overview
The EMBA program is structured in five modules each strategically developed to compound the understanding of various management concepts. The program has a total of 38 credits, with each credit representing 15 hours of class time and approximately 30 hours out-of-class preparation. The program consists of 14 core courses and 4 elective courses spread over five modules. The executive MBA in Dubai program will be conducted over a period of 12 to 15 months in a block structure. Classes are conveniently scheduled over the weekend (Thursdays: 5 pm – 10 pm and Fridays: 2 pm – 9 pm inclusive of breaks).
Our EMBA Edge
- Relevant Business Knowledge
Our classroom is often encriched by sharing student perspectives and real world experiences. With executives from many industries, the class engages in lively and challenging discussions about contemporary business issues
- Depth of Skills
After mastering essential business knowledge, students can take elective courses of their specific interests, and match this to their experiences, and career path. Electives deepen the knowledge and know-how in the domain where students are currently working or aim to work in the future
- Develop Potential Leadership
Our program is aimed at giving valuable insights and developing strategic thinking, decision-making, and leadership skills. The leadership and strategy module teaches you to spot, define and capitalize on sources of competitive advantage.
Your Learning Outcomes
- Exhibit knowledge and understanding of concepts, theories and principles in business management.
- Apply appropriate tools and techniques for effective decision-making and problem-solving.
- Critically analyze business issues and communicate effectively in a variety of scenarios.
- Analyze systems and processes, and assume the responsibility for its effective governance.
- Analyze business problems, identify gaps and suggest creative solutions in an ethical manner.
- Motivate individuals and lead teams to achieve the desired objectives.
Study Plan
| Course Code | Couse/Module Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
| Module A: Foundations of Business | 9 | ||
| ACC501 | Accounting for Decision Making | 3 | |
| BIF501 | Business Informatics | 1 | |
| DDM501 | Data and Decision Making | 3 | |
| ECO501 | Economics for Business | 2 |
Module B: Managing the Functional Areas9
| Course Code | Couse/Module Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
| FIN611 | Financial Management | 3 | ACC501 |
| MKT601 | Marketing Management | 3 | |
| OPR611 | Operations Management | 3 | DDM501 |
| Course Code | Couse/Module Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
| Module C: Managing the People and Organizations | 7 | ||
| BEG 821 | Business Ethics and Corporate Governance | 1 | |
| BRM 611 | Business Research Methods | 2 | |
| LEB711 | Legal Aspects of Business | 1 | |
| MGC501 | Business Communication | Non Credit | |
| OBR501 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| Course Code | Couse/Module Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
| Module D: Leadership and Strategy | 5 | ||
| IBS712 | International Business Strategy | 2 | ECO 501, MKT 601 |
| STL 841 | Strategy & Leadership | 3 | ECO 501 |
| Course Code | Couse/Module Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
| Module E: Concentrations | 8 | ||
| E1 | Elective 1 | 2 | |
| E2 | Elective 2 | 2 | |
| E3/P1 | Elective 3 / Project 1 | 2 | |
| E4/P2 | Elective 4 / Project 2 | 2 |
