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Master of Business

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18 - 24 months
10 - 12 subjects

Classes commence
  September (Autumn)
  January (Winter)
  April (Spring)
Fees*

AED 9,415.35 / USD 2,565 per subject
*VAT 5% inclusive

UOWD's Master of Business degree in Dubai is a postgraduate program that provides advanced general management knowledge for Bachelor’s graduates, whether they have studied Business before or not. 

The learning activities within the program include relevant and current case studies that compare theory with examples of leading-edge organizational practices, guest lectures delivered by industry professionals, peer learning and critical reflection, followed by undertaking assessments that focus on using and applying knowledge and skills in real-life settings.

 The program is designed to develop students’ leadership, managerial, professional, personal, and technical capabilities, providing them with an integrated understanding of business operations within broader socio-economic and global contexts. Students will develop specialised knowledge of advanced business concepts and frameworks and learn to synthesise and apply relevant principles to analyse complex management situations and make informed strategic decisions. They will be able to critically and creatively evaluate business challenges, propose integrated and socially responsible solutions, and communicate complex disciplinary information effectively in both oral and written forms. The program also develops students’ ability to plan and undertake substantial business research projects, reflect on their professional and interpersonal capabilities, and work collaboratively to achieve agreed outcomes.

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UOWD's Master of Business
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Entry Requirements

Students applying for a master's degree must have completed a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) at an accredited institution of higher education and have achieved the minimum grades outlined below: 

 

Country Grade Requirements
Australia 50%
Brazil 5/10
China 50%
Colombia 3/5
Egypt 50% (Pass)
India 40%
10 Point System: 5.0/10.0
4 Point System: 2.0/4.0
Iran 12
Japan 60/100 or 3/5
Jordan 50%
Kenya 40%
Lebanon 10
Mexico 6/10
Nepal 40%
Nigeria 40%
Pakistan 40%
Russia Average of 3
South Korea 70/100
UAE 2
UK Pass (or min 40%)
USA 2

Note:

[1] Unless otherwise stated, the entry requirements above are based on Section I institutions. Further details on alternate entry requirements can be obtained by contacting the Admissions department.

English Language Requirements

At UOWD, all classes are taught in English and in order to enrol in a master's degree you will need to submit one of the following certificate of English language proficiency:

 

English Language Test Entry Score
IELTS
Academic
Overall score of 6.5 with 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking
TOEFL
Internet-based
88 with not less than 22 in Writing, 20 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 18 in Speaking
Pearson
Test of English (PTE) Academic
62 over all with Minimum 62 PTE Communicative Skill Scores
Credit for Prior Learning

In some cases your prior learning may be recognised by exempting you from completing specific subjects at UOWD on the basis of work you have already completed at another recognized institution or if you have a completed a bachelor degree in a relevant area from an accredited institution. In the case of Master of Management, credit for prior learning may also be considered if you have a UOWD Graduate Certificate in Business.

If you are seeking credit for prior learning, you will need to submit an official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and the grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) for the courses you have successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system, or proof of your work experience or further training. Your eligibility for Credit for Prior Learning will be decided in consultation with UOWD's Faculty Offices prior to the beginning of the program.

To make an application for your chosen program, complete the online application form and submit it along with all your supporting documentation (see below) prior to the application deadline.

Late applications may be accepted subject to the availability of places but applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Supporting Documentation

The following records are required to process your application. Please ensure that all these documents accompany your UOWD application for admission form submittal:

  • The original transcripts of your bachelor’s degree results
  • A Certificate of Completion

(If the above documents are not in English, a certified English translation is required)

  • Proof of your english language proficiency

(Note: Results from IELTS & TOEFL tests must be sent to the University directly from the IELTS or TOEFL testing centres quoting the UOWD institution code IELTS: AE109 / TOEFL: 7907)

  • Your current resume or CV
  • A copy of your UAE ID card (if applying from within the UAE)
  • A copy of your passport (and Residence Visa, if resident in the UAE).

Additionally, if you are seeking advance standing in your chosen program:

Certified copies of official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) of the courses you successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.

Attestation of Documents

Applications are required to obtain attestation / equivalency of their bachelor’s degree from the UAE Ministry of Education. The attestation / equivalency process is dependent upon whether you completed your bachelor’s degree within the UAE or outside the UAE.

If the bachelor’s degree was completed outside UAE, you must have your bachelor’s degree and transcripts/mark sheets certified by:

  1. The issuing University and/or recognised authority for tertiary education in the host country in which you completed your education
  2. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
  3. The UAE Embassy in that host country OR the Embassy of the host country in UAE must attest the authenticity of the documents and attestations.

Additionally, the UAE Ministry of Education must issue an Equivalency Certificate. Applicants must have a valid UAE residency visa when applying for an Equivalency Certificate. In special cases where complying with conditions (2) and (3) are not feasible, the certificates may be verified against originals by Embassies in the UAE and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

If you are unable to secure the Equivalency Certificate(s) as outlined above will be asked to sign a “Consent to Provide Documents” form agreeing to secure the equivalency. You will be permitted to commence your studies at UOWD, but will be given a maximum of one semester to obtain the equivalency certificate(s). UOWD reserves the right to take appropriate action against any applicant who cannot secure the appropriate documentation in this time, which may result in the termination of the student’s enrolment at UOWD.

For more information or assistance on attesting documents from outside UAE, click here.

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Program Structure

The Master of Business offers a unique approach to management in key management areas of the business, with an in-depth and rigorous learning experience. Alongside a foundation in the specialised knowledge and skills related to holistic business areas, you will also have opportunities to deeply understand the real challenges facing managers and organisations in managing businesses and specialise and apply what you’ve learned in practice.

  • Business & Management Subjects

Common Business Subjects

This subject is a foundation subject and is intended for those who need to obtain some introductory understanding of the principles of accounting and financial management. No previous knowledge or experience is assumed. The subject will introduce you to the role that effective financial management makes within an organisation. The aim is to increase your proficiency in the use of the accounting data that you receive in your work environment, as well as making you aware of the basis on which key financial decisions are made. You will be introduced to the basic concepts of financial decision-making and the role of financial management in organisations. The concepts and techniques introduced are intended to assist you in the use and interpretation of accounting data and allow you to become better acquainted with the planning and controlling of resources you have at your disposal.

This subject provides a comprehensive overview of management process and organisational behaviour for students to understand the foundations of management theory and the nature of human behaviour operating within organisations. The subject covers the history and contemporary analysis of management theory and concepts relating to: individual, group and organisational processes within business contexts. This subject enhances student’s fundamental knowledge and learning skills in problem solving and decision making required to successfully engage with and complete further subjects within their postgraduate management degree. This subject also develops students’ communication and teamwork skills and application of knowledge to analyse, consolidate and synthesise complex information.

The subject highlights the growing importance of operations management to all types of businesses/industries. Operations management is the science and art of ensuring that goods and services are created and delivered to customers' expectations in full and on time. Additionally, it provides early insights into the content of the Master of Science reviewing areas such as Supply Chain Management, Quality Management and Project Management. This subject enhances students' fundamental knowledge and learning skills required to engage within Postgraduate learning successfully. The subject also develops students' reflective skills and ability to analyse, consolidate and synthesise complex information in problem solving and decision making.

The subject examines the concepts underpinning the marketing process and theories relevant to the study and practice of modern marketing science. Key concepts covered include the creation and delivery of customer value, customer retention and return on marketing investment, marketing's role in an organisation as defined by the overall strategic plan, and its integration with other functional disciplines within the organisation, elements of marketing plan, competitor analysis and strategies, marketing environment, marketing research, consumer and business buying behaviour, strategic nature of segmenting markets, targeting, and positioning brands, marketing mix decisions, and marketing ethics and social responsibility. The subject provides a foundation for the development of effective market-oriented managerial thinking, communication and team-work skills.

Specialisation Subjects

The purpose of this subject is to deliver a thorough grounding in the main leadership theories, concepts, and issues upon which students can produce a relevant and individualised leader development plan. It is intended both as an introduction to leadership as a subject and an opportunity to develop students ability to lead effectively. After critical introductions to traditional theories of leadership, it will introduce an alternative and contemporary approach to leadership that will reconfigure how students understand how their own understanding of leadership shapes and influences their own actions when wanting to be seen as a leader. It also explains why others may or may not respond to their leadership actions. This new approach is based on social construction and includes implicit leadership theory and leadership categorisation theory. The subject provides an opportunity to construct a practical and personalised leader development plan based on these theoretical ideas. The aim is to transform the way students conceptualise leadership and do so in a way that brings practical guidance to improve students’ ability to be perceived as an effective leader by others thereby making them better able to achieve their objectives. In addition, students will be introduced to the impact of digital media on leadership effectiveness and given the opportunity to develop their skills to perform more effectively in this environment.

This subject offers an in-depth exploration of strategic management principles, focusing on both domestic and international business environments. It provides students with the theoretical foundations and practical tools needed to develop, implement, and evaluate strategies in real-world domestic and multinational organisations. Core areas of study include strategic formulation and execution, building strategic alliances, conducting industry analysis, and sustaining competitive advantage. In addition to these strategic components, the subject highlights the crucial role of ethics, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainability in contemporary business decision-making. Emphasising responsible leadership, it prepares students to integrate these principles into strategies that address global challenges. Through a dynamic mix of theoretical frameworks, real-world case studies, and hands-on assignments, students will be equipped to navigate the complexities of both domestic and global markets, positioning them to lead effectively in today’s interconnected business landscape.

This subject analyses how managers can conceptualise and lead the process of organisational change. Issues under discussion will be: organisational change theories and models; forces for change; resistance to change; coping with change; recognising, diagnosing, planning and implementing change; organisational development; contingency approaches to change; and aspects of cultural change management.

This subject provides students with an understanding of the key theoretical concepts used to analyse work organisations as complex socially constructed entities. The subject approaches organisational analysis using multiple perspectives, each with a dominant metaphor. Emphasis is placed on the theoretical foundations of the perspectives. In conjunction with the work of major organisational theorists, each perspectives metaphorical roots are explored in depth. Students then learn to use the perspectives to identify the dynamics of real organisations.

The subject addresses key challenges and opportunities associated with managing across cultural boundaries in the context of an increasing multicultural business environment. Topics include understanding the challenges that cultural differences pose domestic and global managers; ethically, socially, and globally responsible and sustainable cross-cultural and virtual interaction and teamwork; leading, motivating, and communicating in cross cultural settings; cultural intelligence (CQ) and intercultural competence; global assignment, partnerships and negotiations; and covering Australian and Aboriginal cultural diversity and global comparative management perspectives.

This subject aims to develop critical, interdisciplinary project management skills in contemporary business environments. Students will implement fundamental project management concepts and tools, develop project proposals and plans, and gain knowledge of varied approaches to team and stakeholder management and engagement. Students will also apply critical systems thinking to complex project management scenarios toward impactful outcomes. Through this process, they will develop the necessary skills to effectively communicate knowledge across project teams and disciplinary boundaries.

Capstone

In this capstone subject, students will plan and undertake a strategic research project, applying appropriate research methods to design, collect, and analyse data on an approved business topic. They will draw on specialised knowledge from relevant discipline(s) to critically assess findings and develop innovative, evidence-based solutions to complex challenges. Throughout the subject, students will present their ideas and recommendations clearly to both specialist and general audiences through oral and written communication, while ensuring their decisions reflect principles of social responsibility.

Elective Subjects

Students are required to choose an additional THREE Elective Subjects at 900 level, each worth 6 credit points, can be chosen from any of the business specialisation in line with the official degree planner.

 

Program Outcomes

  • Prestigious and Accredited Degree: Upon completion of the program, all students will get a Master’s degree from University of Wollongong Australia, a university in the top 1% of the world universities, accord to QS World University rankings. This degree is fully accredited in the UAE by Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).  
  • Skills You'll Learn to Support Your Career Goals: The completion of the program will equip the students with practical, hands-on and job ready skills like Communication Skills, Versatility and Flexibility, Strategic Thinking, Digital Savviness, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Leadership Skills, Resilience, Problem-Solving, Decision Making, Interpersonal Skills and Networking.
  • Doctoral Study Opportunities: Should students wish to pursue further research after completing this Master’s degree, UOW Dubai offers a PhD program under the Faculty of Business.
  • Global Career Opportunities: Business Development Manager, Business Transformation Manager, General Manager, Operations Manager, Store Manager, Business Consultant, Business Analysts, Business Partner, Project Manager, Human Resources Director, Health Services Manager, Entrepreneurs, Executive Assistant. 
  • With the global nature of this degree, you will be equipped to work in any industry in private, semi private or government sector in any region of the world.

Accreditation and Recognition

All degrees at the University of Wollongong in Dubai are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and are licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). In addition, the degree is quality assured by UOW, which is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator of the higher education sector in Australia.

Also, all business degrees of the University of Wollongong are accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Students will be issued a UOW Australia degree upon graduation.

Professional Accreditation

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

AACSB

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) provides an international seal of approval for business programs that ensures the educational needs of students are met through high quality, continuous improvement and excellence in education. This globally recognised accreditation has been awarded to only the top five percent of the world’s business schools.

Dr Arijit Sikdar

Associate Professor
Interim Dean
Director (Undergraduate Programs)

Dr Arijit Sikdar has more than 15 years teaching and research experience in leading business schools. His research interests include strategic management issues related to technology and innovation, entrepreneurship and supply chain strategies.

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Dr Jaeyoung Cho

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Dr Greig Taylor

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Dr Ruwan J Bandara

Associate Professor

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Dr Mohan Guruswamy

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Dr Lina Gharaibeh

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