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EMBA Brochure |
Why enroll in the dual degree EMBA/MGM program?
ADU’s EMBA/MGM program offered in partnership with Tulane University (New Orleans, USA) is one of the region’s most prestigious graduate programs with the following unique value propositions:
- The program's strong fundamental business curriculum with an international perspective is designed to transform experienced executives into world-class business leaders
- The program is offered in partnership with Tulane University – one of America’s most prestigious universities and a founding member of AACSB accreditation body
- The program’s flexible structure minimizes disruption to work commitments
- Successful graduates will receive two degrees: an Executive MBA degree from Abu Dhabi University and a Master of Global Management degree from Tulane University
- The EMBA degree is accredited in the UAE by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research; the MGM degree is internationally accredited by AACSB – the world’s most prestigious accreditation body for business schools
Who is the program designed for?
The EMBA/MGM program is designed to provide busy executives in the region with a wide range of new skills that would enhance their analytical abilities and knowledge of the domestic and international business environment, consequently making them an asset to any organization in the world.
How long will it take to complete the program?
The program can be completed in approximately 1.5 years
What will I learn in the program?
Graduates of the EMBA/MGM Program will acquire the following knowledge and skills necessary for any executive in today’s global business environment:
- Ensuring long-term success of their organizations through effective strategy formulation and implementation
- Developing marketing plans and strategies
- Using various financial models for managing and controling performance
- Streamlining global supply chains
- Using effective decision making procedures
- Using appropriate leadership style and building effective teams
- Using appropriate communication and negotiation skills in multicultural environment
- Understanding of international business and international entrepreneurship
All these fundamental managerial skills will be taught with an international perspective in mind.
Who will teach me?
Six of the program’s courses will be taught by Tulane’s faculty and the rest will be taught by ADU’s Faculty Fellows - world-renowned educators from top business schools in the US and Europe.
What are my career opportunities upon graduation?
The program’s aim is to transform experienced professionals into world-class leaders by providing them with a range of new skills that would enhance their analytical abilities and knowledge of the domestic and international business environment. We believe that our graduates will be an invaluable asset to any organization in the world, especially to organizations with global operations.
How much is the tuition?
The tuition is currently set at AED 147,000 for the whole program, paid in four installments of AED 36,750
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EMBA Appliation Form |
What are the admission requirements?
The minimum admission requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 2.5. An applicant must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) from an accredited university recognized by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. A minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 on a 4.00 point scale (or equivalent) is required.
- English proficiency. An applicant must demonstrate English proficiency via one of the following:
- 79 score in Internet-based TOEFL
- 550 score in paper-based TOEFL (taken at ADU only)
- 6.0 score in Academic IELTS
The scores listed above cannot be more than 2 years old by the date of application.
The English proficiency requirement can be waived if one of the two conditions below applies:
Condition 1: (a) An applicant is a native speaker of English and (b) have completed his or her undergraduate or postgraduate education in an institution with English as the medium of instruction (c) in a country where English is the official language.
Condition 2: (a) An applicant has a degree from an institution with English as the medium of instruction and (b) can provide evidence that TOEFL score of 500 (or equivalent score on a standardized test of English approved by the Ministry) was obtained by the applicant at the time of admission to his or her undergraduate program - Five years of work experience. An applicant must have a minimum of five years of work experience in intermediate or upper-management role after graduating from his or her bachelor’s program
- Interview. An applicant must pass a personal interview with the EMBA Admissions Committee at the College of Business
Please note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
What are the required documents?
The following documents are required for admission:
- Completed EMBA Application Form with a non-refundable application fee
- Copy of a valid passport
- Copy of UAE residency visa (if applicable)
- Copy of Emirates ID (UAE residents only)
- Certified copy of the bachelor’s degree certificate (original must be presented before admission is granted)
- Official Bachelor’s degree transcript
- Six (6) passport-size photographs
- Official copy of a valid TOEFL or IELTS scores report
- Recent CV
- Reference letter(s) from employer(s) for which an applicant worked within the last 5 years
- Medical examination clearance form (provided by Admission Office)
- Equivalency Letter from the Ministry of Higher Education for degrees from outside of the UAE
Who should I contact if I have questions about the program?
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The EMBA/MGM cohort-based curriculum was developed jointly by ADU and Tulane University. It consists of a total of 14 courses (42 credit hours)
42 Credit Hours
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | PREREQUISITE | CREDIT HOURS |
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| EMBA 731 | Leadership & Team Building* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 730 | Managing People & Organizations | - | 3 |
| EMBA 710 | Management Accounting | - | 3 |
| EMBA 732 | Global Environment of Business** | - | 3 |
| EMBA 750 | Marketing Strategy | - | 3 |
| EMBA 740 | Managerial Finance | - | 3 |
| EMBA 720 | Managerial economics | - | 3 |
| EMBA 760 | Managerial Decision Making | - | 3 |
| EMBA 761 | Operations Management | - | 3 |
| EMBA 734 | Cross-cultural Management & Negotiations* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 733 | International Entrepreneurship** | - | 3 |
| EMBA 741 | International Finance* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 762 | Global Supply Chain* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 735 | Strategic Management | - | 3 |
Each course is offered and assessed within a month. Each course requires only 5 consecutive days of intensive classroom sessions. Two of the courses must be taken from one of Tulane’s global campuses conveniently located in all major regions of the world.
*Course taught at Abu Dhabi University by Tulane faculty.
**Course offered at one of Tulane’s campuses.
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | PREREQUISITE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMBA 731 | Leadership & Team Building* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 730 | Managing People & Organizations | - | 3 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | PREREQUISITE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMBA 710 | Management Accounting | - | 3 |
| EMBA 720 | Managerial economics | - | 3 |
| EMBA 760 | Managerial Decision Making | - | 3 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | PREREQUISITE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMBA 750 | Marketing Strategy | - | 3 |
| EMBA 740 | Managerial Finance | - | 3 |
| EMBA 761 | Operations Management | - | 3 |
| EMBA 734 | Cross-cultural Management & Negotiations* | - | 3 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | PREREQUISITE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMBA 732 | Global Environment of Business** | - | 3 |
| EMBA 733 | International Entrepreneurship** | - | 3 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | PREREQUISITE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMBA 741 | International Finance* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 762 | Global Supply Chain* | - | 3 |
| EMBA 735 | Strategic Management | - | 3 |
*Course taught at ADU by Tulane faculty.
**Course offered at one of Tulane’s campuses.
