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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global

Master's degree, Business and management. De Montfort University Dubai, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Level
Master's degree
Field
Business and management
School
De Montfort University Dubai
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tuition (first year)
1,04,186 AED
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Jan 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
54,000 AED a year
School type
Public

Program overview

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global is a master's degree program in business and management at De Montfort University Dubai, a public institution in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2021.

First-year tuition is listed at 1,04,186 AED and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027.

Applications to De Montfort University Dubai typically receive a decision in 17 days and 19 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 1,58,186 AED for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (AED)
Tuition, first year1,04,186 AED
Living costs, first year (school estimate)54,000 AED
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total1,58,186 AED

How the tuition compares in the United Arab Emirates

Our directory lists 11 master's degree programs in business and management at 3 schools in the United Arab Emirates. Their median first-year tuition is 93,713 AED, and the middle half cost between 93,713 AED and 93,713 AED.

At 1,04,186 AED, Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global is 11% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 45,940 AED to 1,04,186 AED.

Lower-cost master's degree options in business and management

If budget matters, these master's degree programs in business and management have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United Arab Emirates.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Integrated Bachelor's and Master's of Management and TechnologyTETR College of Business, Dubai45,940 AED
Master of Business Administration (MBA)Murdoch University Dubai, Dubai89,000 AED

Plan for the Jan 2027 intake

Working back from a Jan 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer.

ByStep
March 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
May 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
July 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
September 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
December 2026Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

De Montfort University Dubai sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.

English test requirements are set by the school. IELTS Academic, TOEFL and PTE Academic are the most widely accepted.

  • A completed bachelor's degree, with transcripts and degree certificate.
  • A statement of purpose explaining why this program fits your plans.
  • Academic or employer references, and a CV if you have work experience.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global?

First-year tuition is listed at 1,04,186 AED. Living costs are extra; De Montfort University Dubai estimates 54,000 AED a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Master of Business Administration - Global a degree?

It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to De Montfort University Dubai, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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