MBA Master of Business Administration with a Specialism in Professional Practice

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MBA Master of Business Administration with a Specialism in Professional Practice

Learning Mode

On Campus (Dubai) / Blended

Duration

2 Years (Part-Time)

Start date

September | January

Qualification

MBA with a Specialism in Professional Practice

Fees

AED 103,000 (Total Tuition)

Location

Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus

About the Course

The MBA with a Specialism in Professional Practice at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is a flexible and career-focused postgraduate degree designed for working professionals seeking to elevate their leadership and strategic capabilities. This unique MBA combines core business disciplines with a practical, work-based project, enabling students to apply learning directly to their current professional context.

Delivered through evening and weekend classes, this part-time MBA allows students to balance work, life, and study. The programme is ideal for professionals with management experience who wish to advance their careers, enhance their strategic thinking, and gain formal recognition of their practical expertise.

With a curriculum that reflects global business trends, supported by expert faculty and real-world case studies, students graduate ready to lead in dynamic and complex environments.

Why choose Business Administration at Heriot-Watt?

Industry Connected

Designed with business leader input, offering internships, workshops, and lectures to ensure workplace readiness.

Global Opportunities

Go Global enables transfers to UK or Malaysia campuses or short-term international study experiences.

Professional Accreditation

KHDA-recognised and aligned with international standards, enhancing employability and supporting global academic progression.

Course Overview

This MBA programme integrates business theory with practical experience. Students develop skills in leadership, strategy, finance, and innovation, and complete a final workplace-based consultancy project that adds direct value to their employer.

The curriculum is delivered in a flexible format for busy professionals, using a mix of face-to-face sessions and independent study.

Course Duration

The programme is structured to be completed in 2 years of part-time study, with intakes in September and January. Classes are held on evenings and weekends to suit working professionals.

Course Curriculum

Core Modules:

Leadership Theory and Practice
Delivering Successful Projects
People, Work and Organisations
Strategic Marketing
Business Economics
Financial Decision Making
Developing and Executing Strategy
Research Skills for Professional Practice

Final Project:

Professional Practice Project – An applied consultancy-style project focused on a real workplace issue or initiative.

Admission Requirements

A recognised undergraduate degree (minimum 2:2 or equivalent)
Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
English Language Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent)
Personal Statement outlining professional goals
CV or Résumé

Fees and Funding

Total Tuition Fee: AED 103,000
Payable over installments per academic year
Scholarships available for high-achieving professionals
Employer sponsorship and payment plans available

Career Opportunities

Graduates are well-positioned for senior roles in:

General Management
Project Leadership
Business Consultancy
Operations and Strategic Planning
Corporate Development

The MBA also enhances entrepreneurial thinking and provides a platform for career advancement into director-level positions or PhD study.

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