Program Overview

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Master of Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to develop entrepreneurial managers who can enhance their existing managerial capacity and encourage the growth of entrepreneurial ventures in the UAE. The program aims to equip students with a strong business foundation and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Program Details

• Program Title: Master of Business Administration
• Credit Hours: 30
• Delivery Mode: Face-To-Face
• Accreditation: Commission for Academic Accreditation, UAE (CAA)
• Language of Study: English
• Duration: 15 Months

About the Program

The MBA program is one of the critical links in fulfilling ADSM's mission to develop entrepreneurial managers. The program combines a holistic integration of traditional business disciplines and an approach to teaching the entrepreneurial thought process. In addition to the General Stream, ADSM offers its MBA students seven concentrations to choose from.

Concentrations

• MBA - General Stream
• MBA - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
• MBA - Supply Chain Management
• MBA - FinTech and Digital Currencies
• MBA - Digital Transformation and AI Management
• MBA - Global and Family Business
• MBA - Cultural and Arts Business Management
• MBA - Sports and Events Management

Program Learning Outcomes

• Critically analyze opportunities in various contexts using innovative approaches to create value for stakeholders and society.
• Demonstrate the ability to make decisions based on ethical values and social awareness in business contexts.
• Review multiple theories and perspectives for the interpretation of comprehensive challenges to the business.
• Evaluate the use of appropriate research approaches and tools to generate sustainable business solutions in domestic and global contexts.
• Combine relevant theoretical advances with functional business skills to construct timely and informed decisions reflecting entrepreneurial thinking.
• Develop advanced skills, such as those relating to team management, leadership, and digital transformation, to manage complex situations in various business contexts.

Program Structure

All MBA students are required to complete the following common components: seven core courses, two SLE (Strategic Learning Experience) courses, and two Research-Based Consultancy Project courses. Together, these courses account for 20 of the 30 total credit hours required for the MBA program.

Core Courses

• RES 6110: Research Methods for Business
• IEP 6210: Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• MKT 6211: Marketing Management
• MGT 6411: Strategic Management and Leadership
• FIN 6311: Financial Management
• ECN 6310: Managerial Economics
• OPS 6311: Operations and Supply Chain Management

Signature Learning Experience Courses

• SLE 8110: Signature Learning Experience I
• SLE 8220: Signature Learning Experience II

Research-Based Consultancy Project Courses

• MBA 8918: Research-Based Consultancy Project I (Proposal)
• MBA 8919: Research-Based Consultancy Project II (Final)

Concentration Streams

Each concentration has its unique set of core and elective courses. The concentrations are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to meet the broader objectives of national growth and development.

MBA - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7101: Leading and Managing People in SMEs
  • MBA 7102: Marketing and Internationalization for SMEs
  • MBA 7103: Growth and Transformation of SMEs
  • MBA 7104: Government Policies and Support for SMEs
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7111: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7112: Family-owned SMEs

MBA - Supply Chain Management

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7201: Procurement and Strategic Sourcing
  • MBA 7202: Logistics and Distribution Management
  • MBA 7203: Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0
  • MBA 7204: Global Supply Chain Strategy and Risk Management
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7221: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7222: Project Management

MBA - FinTech and Digital Currencies

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7301: Introduction to FinTech and Blockchain
  • MBA 7302: Digital Payments and Financial Technologies
  • MBA 7303: Regulatory and Legal Aspects of FinTech
  • MBA 7304: Digital Currencies
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7331: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7332: Cybersecurity in FinTech

MBA - Digital Transformation and AI Management

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7401: Digital Transformation Strategy and Leadership
  • MBA 7402: Application of Artificial Intelligence for Business
  • MBA 7403: Business Analytics for Decision-Making
  • MBA 7404: Ethics, Governance, and Risk Management in Digital Transformation
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7441: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7442: AI and the Future of Work

MBA - Global and Family Business

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7501: Global Business Strategy
  • MBA 7502: International Trade and Finance
  • MBA 7503: Cross-Cultural Management
  • MBA 7504: Internationalization of Family Businesses
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7551: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7552: Emerging Markets and Regional Integration

MBA - Cultural and Arts Business Management

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7601: Cultural Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • MBA 7602: Art and Culture Product Commercialisation
  • MBA 7603: Digital Marketing and Branding for Cultural Businesses
  • MBA 7604: International Trade & Export Strategies for Art & Cultural Products
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7661: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7662: Challenges in Cultural and Arts Business Management

MBA - Sports and Events Management

• Core Courses:
  • MBA 7701: Strategic Sports and Event Management
  • MBA 7702: Sports and Event Marketing and Sponsorship
  • MBA 7703: Operations and Logistics in Sports and Events
  • MBA 7704: Risk and Legal Aspects in Sports and Events
• Elective Courses:
  • MBA 7771: International Study Trip
  • MBA 7772: Financial Management in Sports and Events

Other Programs

ADSM also offers the following programs:

• Bachelor of Science in Management
• Master of Science in Quality and Business Excellence
• Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Development
• Master of Science in Business Analytics - Artificial Intelligence Management
• Master of Science in Business Analytics - Big Data Management

Admission

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Related Downloads

• Program Brochure
• Fact Sheet
• Comprehensive Program Specifications Document
• Academic Calendar