Uniquely Dubai, Profoundly Global
Become a Leading Force
in Economic Transformation with our MBA Program
An Advanced MBA that Empowers you to Lead with Impact
With a curriculum that combines core business acumen and specialized education in data, economics, and policy design, this program is designed for professionals ready to tackle real-world challenges, shape policy, and lead meaningful change.
Accredited and Globally Recognized
The University of Dubai MBA is accredited by AACSB, an international standard earned by less than 6% of business schools worldwide.
World-Class Learning
Enhance your expertise through concentration courses taught by renowned faculty who bring deep industry knowledge and academic excellence.
Flexible for Working Professionals
The program is designed for recent graduates and mid-career individuals who need structure, quality, and the ability to learn without interrupting their careers.
Who Is This MBA For?
Ambitious professionals preparing for graduate study and planning a future in development, public policy, or economics want a credential that’s recognized across the region and beyond.
Analysts and evaluators working in development looking to interpret results, model outcomes, and apply insights that hold weight across institutions, funders, and global frameworks.
Mid-career professionals in government or NGOs who managing programs or advising on policy and want a stronger foundation in economics, strategy, and data to support high-stakes decisions.
Educators and academics in economics or policy fields teaching the next generation and want to bring updated material and applied tools into your curriculum or research.
Your Career-Defining Journey Starts Here!
STEP 1: Core MBA Courses
Begin with core business courses, either on campus at the University of Dubai or fully online, covering strategy, finance, leadership, and more.
STEP 2: Specialization in Data, Economics & Policy
Continue with online specialization courses focused on global development, economic theory, and policy design.
STEP 3: Earn Your MBA Degree
Complete both components and graduate with an AACSB-accredited MBA degree from the University of Dubai.
STEP 4: Optional Further Study
If you choose to deepen your expertise, you may complete additional MITx online courses. The University of Dubai supports credit transfer toward the MITx MicroMasters® in Data, Economics, and Design of Policy.
STEP 5: Apply Your Skills with Confidence
Whether in government, nonprofits, or mission-driven business, this program prepares you to lead with both strategic and policy insight — grounded in real-world complexity.
Pathway Designed for Ambitious, Impact-Driven Professionals
The University of Dubai is a recognized MicroMasters® Pathway School. As part of the MBA program, you’ll complete core business courses (on campus or online) at the University of Dubai, followed by online concentration courses in data, economics, and design of policy through MITx.
Should you choose to pursue further education, the University of Dubai enables you to transfer credit from your completed concentration courses toward the full MicroMasters® program.
By completing additional graduate-level coursework in data, economics, and policy design from MIT, you’ll be eligible to earn the MicroMasters® credential.
Program Learning Outcomes
Design Future Economic Solutions
Develop strategies that promote growth, equity, and sustainability in global economies.
Drive Career Leadership
Gain the skills to lead in policy design, governance, and economic decision-making.
Earn Recognized Credentials
Complete your MBA at the University of Dubai and earn your AACSB accredited degree.
Navigate Complex Economic Policies
Analyze global economic policies and their impact on markets and digital economies.
Lead Policy Innovation
Master economic theory and data analysis to shape innovative policies and strategies.
Transform Policy Decision-Making
Apply data-driven insights to design effective and sustainable economic policies.
Curriculum Overview
A rigorous curriculum that combines business acumen with practical economics, policy design, and data skills. Whether you’re a recent graduate or someone who works in development, strategy, or regulation, this program helps you build the depth to lead with confidence.
Core MBA Curriculum (Offered Online & On-Campus)
Managerial Economics
Use economic frameworks to guide decisions in complex environments.
Accounting & Financing Decisions
Evaluate financial performance and manage resources strategically.
Marketing Management
Create strategies that align with markets, behavior, and growth objectives.
Organizational Behavior
Navigate team dynamics and lead with clarity and accountability.
Ethics, CSR, & Corporate Governance
Apply ethical principles and understand governance responsibilities.
Business Research Methods (Research Component)
Develop research and data analysis skills to inform strategy.
Strategic Management (Capstone)
Apply program knowledge in real-world strategic planning.
Data, Economics, and Design of Policy Concentration Courses (Offered Online)
The Challenges of Global Poverty (Intro)
Starts September 9, 2025
A course for those who are interested in the challenge posed by massive and persistent world poverty. Learn More.
Good Economics for Hard Times (Intro)
Starts January 20, 2026
Learn how current applied economics uses data to tackle some of the toughest problems facing society. Taught by Nobel-prize winning MIT professors Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo and based on their book Good Economics for Hard Times, the course specifically addresses today’s most pressing issues in the United States and other advanced economies. Learn More.
Political Economy and Economic Development (Advanced)
Starts September 9, 2025
Explore why and how political institutions affect economic development, and apply key theories and empirical techniques to real-world examples ranging from voting and corruption to the role of the media. Learn More.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Dubai accredited?
Yes. The University of Dubai is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education and by AACSB International.
What makes this MBA program unique?
This MBA program combines flexibility, concentration, and a recognized academic pathway. You can complete your core business courses either on campus at the University of Dubai or fully online, allowing you to study in the format that best fits your schedule. These are followed by 100% online concentration courses in data, economics, and policy design, delivered through MITx. Upon completing both components, you’ll earn your MBA from the University of Dubai.
As a recognized MicroMasters® Pathway School, the University of Dubai also offers a route to further academic achievement: if you choose to pursue the full MITx MicroMasters® credential, your completed concentration courses may count toward that credential, allowing for a seamless credit transfer and continued academic growth.
How do I earn the DEDP MicroMasters credential?
In order to receive the DEDP MicroMasters credential, learners must complete all five required DEDP MicroMasters courses.
Do I need a policy background to apply?
No. Professional experience in business, development, or strategy is sufficient. The program is designed to teach advanced tools regardless of your undergraduate background.
Uniquely Dubai, Profoundly Global
This MBA program stands out for its globally relevant curriculum and flexible learning format. You’ll complete core business courses—either on campus in Dubai or fully online—combined with 100% online concentration courses in data, economics, and policy design. Upon completion, you’ll earn an internationally recognized, AACSB-accredited MBA.
As a recognized MicroMasters® Pathway School, the University also offers a bridge to further academic achievement. Should you choose to continue your studies, you can apply your completed specialization coursework toward the MicroMasters® credential, extending your learning journey on a global scale.