Program Overview

University Programs

The British University in Dubai offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Bachelors
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (AI or Cybersecurity)
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Management
  • Bachelor of Law
  • Bachelor of Science in Electro-Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Masters
  • Master of Education
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Project Management
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Project Management Joint programme
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Finance and Risk Management
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Cybersecurity
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Artificial Intelligence
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering Management
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Structural Engineering
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainable Design of the Built Environment
• Doctorate
  • EdD and PhD in Education
  • Professional Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA)
  • PhD in Business Management
  • PhD in Project Management
  • PhD in Law
  • PhD in Engineering Management
  • PhD in Computer Science
  • PhD in Sustainable Built Environments

Research Areas

The university is involved in various research areas, including:

• Overview
• Journals
• Student Publications
  • Student Research Abstract
• Faculty Abstracts
• Conferences
  • STEM Education Solutions to Complex Global Challenges
  • Educational Management Leadership Conference
  • BUiD Doctoral Research Conference
  • Gulf Collaborative International Conference on Special education
  • Triple-Helix
  • ISBS
  • SBE16
  • Acling 2025
  • ICBATS 2025
  • ICCR 2025
• Doctoral Training Centre
• Centre for Research in Digital Education
• Dubai Centre for Risk and Innovation
• BUiD Cyber Security Academy
• Dubai-Edinburgh Sustainability Institute
• Sustainability Programmes at BUiD
• Research News

Micro Credentials

The university offers micro credentials in:

• Project Management
  • Project Management Research Methods
  • Management of Projects
  • Planning, Execution and Control
  • People and Organisations
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Construction Project Management Professional Practice
  • Infrastructure Management
  • Information Systems and Cyber Security

Project Management Research Methods

Description

This micro credential provides a comprehensive understanding of research methods applicable for micro, meso, and macro level studies for projects, organisations, and their applicability to different environments and situations.

Entry Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's degree equivalent to an Upper Second Class or with a Good GPA (3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent) from an accredited university.
• A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT), IELTS academic score of 6.0, or their equivalents on another standardised nationally, or internationally, recognised test that is approved by the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
• Applicants who have a good degree in a discipline which is not related to buildings, construction, and/or law may be admitted if they can demonstrate at least two years' relevant work experience and/or professional development.

Career Prospects

This credential enables participants to apply research methods in project management, contribute to knowledge in the field, and pursue careers that involve research, analysis, education, and consulting.

Career Paths

• Project Manager
• Project Management Researcher
• Project Management Analysts
• Project Management Consultant
• Project Management Educator
• Research Project Manager

Fees

1 credit hour = AED 2833 (total 3 credit hours)

Module Tutors

• Dr Muhammad Waris Ali Khan