Uniquely Dubai, Profoundly Global
Become the Intelligence Behind Tomorrow’s Boldest Decisions with Our MBA Program
An MBA for Those Who Lead
The future belongs to leaders who can turn complexity into clarity. This MBA blends business strategy with the power of data and prepares you to guide decisions, shape systems, and move with confidence in a world defined by uncertainty.
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?
Early-career professionals with a business background who want to gain fluency in data science and analytics without abandoning their leadership or management trajectory.
Mid-career professionals seeking advancement into roles that require more than intuition, where modeling, measurement, and forecasting are essential to leadership success.
Analysts and decision-makers in the private or public sector who need to extract insights from data, build evidence-based strategies, and influence outcomes across departments or stakeholders.
Entrepreneurs and future-focused leaders who want to bridge the gap between business logic and statistical literacy to lead confidently in a data-powered economy.
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: Specialize in Statistics & Data Science
Advance into applied statistics, data modeling, and decision analytics through advanced online coursework.
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 Advance 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 Statistics & Data Science
STEP 5: Apply Your Skills with Confidence
Step into roles that require insight, not just data. Whether in business, public service, or tech, you’ll bring clarity, evidence, and regional relevance to every decision.
A Pathway for Data-Driven Leadership
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 statistics and data science 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 statistics and data science from MIT, you’ll be eligible to earn the MicroMasters® credential.
Program Learning Outcomes
Strategic Data Literacy
Bridge business goals with data fluency - speak the language of analytics in boardrooms and policy meetings.
Leadership Through Insight
Use your training to design smarter systems, influence high-stakes decisions, and lead the region’s data evolution.
Statistical Authority
Go beyond surface-level tools - develop real confidence in modeling, inference, and complex systems thinking.
Earn Recognized Credentials
Complete your MBA at the University of Dubai and earn your AACSB-accredited degree.
Curriculum Overview
A rigorous curriculum that combines business acumen with practical economics, marketing, 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.
Statistics & Data Science Concentration Courses (Offered Online)
Probability – The Science of Uncertainty and Data
A foundational course in probability and data, helping you build the intuition and tools to model uncertainty and inform smart decisions.
Data Analysis in Social Science
Explore how data and modeling are used to uncover patterns, test theories, and support decision-making across social, business, and policy contexts.
Fundamentals of Statistics
Learn core statistical concepts including inference, regression, and hypothesis testing - all essential for interpreting data with confidence.
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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 Statistics and Data Science, 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 MicroMasters credential?
In order to receive the MicroMasters credential, learners must complete the full MicroMasters program.
Do I need a background in statistics or coding?
No, but familiarity with basic quantitative concepts helps. The program builds foundational knowledge before advancing into applied topics.
Uniquely Dubai, Profoundly Global
This MBA reflects the needs of a region in transformation - and a world shaped by data. You’ll study core business courses at the University of Dubai, either fully online or in a hybrid format, and specialize through 100% online coursework in statistics, data science, and applied analytics.
You’ll graduate with an AACSB-accredited MBA, recognized globally, and built with the flexibility working professionals need.
As a recognized MicroMasters® Pathway School, the University of Dubai also supports eligible students in transferring concentration courses toward the MITx MicroMasters® credential in Statistics & Data Science, allowing you to extend your academic journey and signal depth in a globally valued field.