Program Overview

Introduction to the BA Honours Business Management (Project Management) Programme

The BA Business Management (Project Management) programme aims to seamlessly integrate theory with practice, emphasising practical learning, technological and analytical competencies, and global and cross-cultural awareness. This programme will equip students with the essential skills and knowledge in business management and project management frameworks and practices, enabling them to lead the execution of projects across various sectors and scenarios.

Why Study BA Honours Business Management (Project Management)?

Middlesex University Dubai provides students with the opportunity to achieve an Honours degree in Business Management (Project Management) in three years. The programme is structured to enable students to develop a range of theoretical and practical capabilities in key areas of business management, including strategy, leadership and people management, finance, sustainability, marketing, data analytics, innovation, and operations, as well as specialist areas in project management.

Programme Details

• Intake: January, September
• Duration: 3 years full-time
• Attendance: Full-time
• Course Leader: Rory McConnon MSc MBA FHEA PMP
• Yearly Fees - January 26:
  • Year 1: 62,982
  • Year 2: 62,982
  • Year 3: 62,982
• Yearly Fees - September 26:
  • Year 1: 64,557
  • Year 2: 64,557
  • Year 3: 64,557
• All tuition fees are inclusive of VAT.
• Scholarships and grants are available.

Programme Modules

The programme includes a range of modules designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business management and project management. Modules include:

• Management in the Global Environment (30 Credits) Compulsory
• Marketing Theory and Practice (30 Credits) Compulsory
• Data and Digital Technologies (30 Credits) Compulsory
• Financial Performance Management (30 Credits) Compulsory

Programme Content

The BA Honours Business Management (Project Management) programme is designed to establish students' capabilities in business management and project management. The programme covers key areas such as management, marketing, financial performance, and data and digital technologies.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements vary depending on the curriculum. For example:

• Indian Secondary School Certificates / CBSE: Minimum grade of 65% overall
• British A-Levels: Minimum Two or Three with grades AA / BBC
• GCSE: Eligible to join the International Foundation Programme
• International Baccalaureate: Passed the full IB Diploma with 24 28 Points
• American High School Diploma: Minimum GPA of 2.8
• Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Certificate): Eligible to apply for the International Foundation Programme
• Pakistani National Curriculum: Completion of Year 1 at a recognised post-secondary institution
• Iranian Pre-University Certificate: Minimum overall grade of 12
• Nigerian Senior School Leaving Certificate: Admitted to the International Foundation Programme
• National Curriculum of the countries of Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan: Admitted to the International Foundation Programme
• West African GCE: Admitted to the International Foundation Programme
• NCUK Foundation Qualification: Contact the admissions team for entry requirement eligibility

English Language Requirements

All programmes at Middlesex University Dubai are taught in English, and applicants with previous education outside of English-speaking countries must demonstrate English language proficiency:

• IELTS Academic: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)
• TOEFL Internet-based: 72 (17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading)
• Pearson PTE Academic: 59 (with 59 in all components)
• Dubai Campus MDX Internal English Test: 6.0 (with 5.5 in each component)

Teaching

Classes are held at the Dubai Knowledge Park campus, and students will be involved in a range of learning, teaching, and assessment approaches. The programme requires active involvement and collaboration with fellow students.

Future Career and Employment

Graduates with a degree in Business Management (Project Management) are equipped to plan, execute, and oversee projects across various sectors. Career and employability opportunities include:

• Project Manager: Responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure of projects.
• Program Manager: Oversees multiple related projects in an organisation.

Faculty

The programme is taught by a team of experienced faculty members, including:

• Rory McConnon
• Dr Vijay Pujari
• Dr Vijaya Kumar
• Dr Sreejith Balasubramanian
• Neelofer Mashood
• Andrew Mackenzie
• Sandra Stephenson
• Dr Matthew Brown
• Mariam Aslam
• Dr Supriya Kunnath Kaitheri
• Claudia L. Maher
• Dr Jeongsoo Han
• Rashita Puthiya
• Mohammad Meraj
• Sony Sreejith
• Ryan Stephenson
• Rhoderick Romano
• Dr Shawn Mathew
• Dr Sheldon Carvalho
• Professor Cody Morris Paris

Accreditations

The programme is accredited by:

• The Financial Modeling Institute (FMI)
• The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
• The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)