Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at british-university-in-dubai in Dubai, Dubai (UAE). It takes Full or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length), with intakes in Two intakes a year (September and April intakes advertised).

british-university-in-dubai is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Tuition for international students is AED 85,000 a year, about ₹21.3 lakh.

Total programme fee from BUiD's postgraduate fees page and 2025–26 catalogue (not per year); 20% scholarship advertised for September 2026

Living costs near the university

Living costs for Dubai (UAE) as a whole: AED 45,000–100,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

General entry requirements at british-university-in-dubai for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

• A relevant bachelor's degree equivalent to a UK upper second class, or a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, from an accredited university.
• Graduates of an unrelated subject may be admitted with at least two years' relevant work experience or professional development.
• IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79 or EmSAT 1400; conditional admission is possible with IELTS 5.5 if you reach 6.0 by the end of the first term.
• A non-refundable AED 5,000 payment reserves your place.

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79 (550 paper) or EmSAT 1400; conditional entry with IELTS 5.5.

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This course starts in: Two intakes a year (September and April intakes advertised).

1. 1Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
2. 2Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
3. 3Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
4. 4Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
5. 5Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
6. 6Apply for your student visa for Dubai (UAE), then arrange accommodation.

• Online application
• Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
• English test score (IELTS, TOEFL or EmSAT)
• Passport copy
• Evidence of work experience if your degree is in a different subject

• Special master's scholarship

  Postgraduate

  Value: 20% off tuition

  All master's applicants for the September 2026 intake.

  Official page

• Distinction scholarship

  Postgraduate

  Value: 15% off tuition

  Your bachelor's degree certificate must state Distinction or equivalent; GPA is not considered.

  Official page

• Companies group discount

  Postgraduate

  Value: 20% off tuition

  A group of five employees from the same company joining at the same time.

  Official page

• Family discount

  Postgraduate

  Value: 10% off tuition

  A first-degree relative is a BUiD MSc or PhD student or graduate. Scholarships cannot be combined.

  Official page

The British University in Dubai (BUiD) was set up in 2003 as a not-for-profit university under a law issued by the late Ruler of Dubai. Its founders include the Al Maktoum Foundation, Dubai Holding, Rolls-Royce, the British Chamber of Commerce Dubai and Emirates NBD, and it works in alliance with Russell Group universities such as Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester.

BUiD is best known for research-based postgraduate study. It teaches master's degrees in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, engineering management, structural engineering, finance and risk management, construction law and dispute resolution, sustainable design and education, an MBA and a joint MSc in Project Management with the University of Leeds, plus doctorates. It also offers bachelor's degrees in computer science (AI or cybersecurity), business management, law and engineering.

Business & Management courses at other universities in Dubai (UAE)

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)abu-dhabi-university-dubai-campus1 year (30 credit hours, six terms); evening and weekend · AED 88,200 / year
• Master of Project Managementabu-dhabi-university-dubai-campus2 years (30 credit hours); evening · AED 44,100 / year
• Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)american-university-in-dubaiAbout 2 years full time (36 credit hours, 12 courses) · AED 86,940 / year
• Master of Science in Innovation Managementamerican-university-in-dubai10 courses (AUD does not state the length on the fee page) · AED 144,900 / year
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)Amity University Dubai1 year (30 credit hours) · AED 66,000 / year
• MBABITS Pilani, Dubai Campus2 years (3 semesters of classes + internship or dissertation) · AED 33,600 / year

More courses at british-university-in-dubai

• Master of Science (MSc) in Artificial IntelligenceFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year
• Master of Science (MSc) in CybersecurityFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year
• Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering ManagementFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year
• Master of Science (MSc) in Finance and Risk ManagementFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year
• Master of Science (MSc) in Structural EngineeringFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year
• Master of Science (MSc) in Construction Law and Dispute ResolutionFull or part time; 180 credits (BUiD does not state the length) · AED 85,000 / year

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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