UAE

MBA graduates of the American Univeristy UAE are in high demand to companies across industries. Business Analyst, Product Manager, Finance Manager, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager, and HR Business Partner are some popular careers pursued by students after an MBA at the university.

Emirates, MBC Group, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, Cisco, and Boston Consulting Group are some of the top companies who hire from the university.

Yes, the American University Dubai is in partnership with the Georgia Tech. The Manchester Metropolitan University, Wake Forest University, Frankfurt School of Finance and Management, and the Loyola University are some other popular unis with which it maintains strategic connections. Thanks to these partnerships, the university provides study abroad opportunities to its students.

The university's operations are handled by a Board of Directors. Elias N. Bou Saab founded the AUD Dubai in 1995. He still continues to serve as the member of the Governing Board. Other members of the board include Chairman Justin G. Cooper, President Kyle Long, and Vice Chairman Habib Al Mulla.

Long was appointed President in 2019, before giving it up on an interim basis to Dr Lance de Masi in 2023. He again returned as president in 2024.

AUD Dubai ranks among the top 5% universities in the world for both international students and faculty, in the latest QS rankings. It also has the highest placement rate (92%) among universities in Dubai. It is recognised at the city's leader in sustainability, international faculty, and job outcomes. The university has a diverse student population, with students visiting from over 55 countries.

The American University in Dubai has a very simple application process. To apply for admissions, students need to follow the steps mentioned below.

• Create an account on the official university website
• Go to the "Apply Now" tab
• Fill out the online application
• Fill all important fields and upload the required documents
• Pay the AUD Dubai Application fee worth INR 10.2 K
• Submit the application

The university will contact the students through mail. If accepted, students would be required to pay the initial fee deposit to confirm their enrollment.

Students with a minimum IELTS score 6.5 are eligible to study at the American University Dubai. The university also accepts valid TOEFL-iBT, TOEFL-iTP and emSAT scores. Given below are the minimum scores accepted for these tests at the UG and PG levels of study.

Indian students interested in an American University in Dubai MBA can get in, if they meet the entry requirements mentioned below.

• Have an UG degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from an accredited national or regional university.
• Get valid scores in IELTS or TOEFL-IBT
• Submit a valid GMAT score
• Prior Work Experience of minimum 2 years

An MBA from the AUD Dubai is a great choice for Indian students to consider. The programme is accredited by the SACSCOC, the same platform that accredites courses for universities in USA. Students are put in real-world-like situations through case studies. The university also has an IBM Center of Excellence that can be used as a board room, and a venue for breakout sessions.

The Stock Trading room has large screens for students to simulate stock trading.

UG programs at AUD Dubai can be pursued in fields like Business Administration, Architecture, Interior Design, Visual Communication, Engineering, Biology, Information Studies, Game Design and Development, and Psychology.

Mentioned below are some popular course options available to students:

• BA in International Studies
• BS in Biology
• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• BFA in Visual Communication
• BFA in Interior Design

Yes, students can change their course at the American University in Dubai campus. This usually involved transferring credits and the updation of the academic plan. To do this, students would need to request the programme supervisor for the same. One is allowed to transfer a maximum of 50% of their credits.

More information can be found on the official university website.