The University of Manchester - Dubai

The University of Manchester - Dubai 200 years of making a difference. We offer global part-time Masters programmes & Executive Education to working professionals in the Middle East.

The University of Manchester - Dubai is located at Dubai Knowledge Park opened in 2006 and is the largest and fastest growing in the University’s international network comprising five hubs in key business cities around the world. The University located in Dubai has supported 3,400+ Manchester Global Part-time master’s students in the region and graduated more than 2,400 MBA students. The Universit

y also works in regional collaborations with a range of industry groups, professional bodies and companies, and supports a regional alumni base of over 5,500. Programmes
The University of Manchester - Dubai currently offers the following programmes:
- The Manchester Global Part-time MBA
- The Manchester Global Executive MBA
- MSc Financial Management
- MA Educational Leadership in Practice

Ranking
The University of Manchester is a Russell Group University, currently ranked 27th in the world, 8th in Europe and 6th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2021). Accreditation
Alliance Manchester Business School is part of a small and select group of institutions worldwide that is accredited by all three major bodies – AACSB International, AMBA and EQUIS. Note: All degrees are awarded by The University of Manchester. Careers
We believe that your career journey should not be taken alone. Drive your career by tapping into the wealth of careers services and the powerful student and alumni community. We offer unparalleled career planning advice through our bespoke web 2.0 portal and face-to-face activity at The University of Manchester - Dubai. Collaboration
The school works in a range of collaborations with professional bodies such as CIM, ACCA and IMA as well as UK organisations including BBG, The Economist and the British Council. In addition, The University of Manchester has forged a range of partnerships with public and private organisations through its Strategic Talent Partnership programme.

02/11/2025

We caught up with our Global MBA alumna Monalisa Dey, Regional Director - Head of Government Business at Cigna Healthcare Middle East & Africa, to talk about her career journey and the impact of her Manchester MBA.⁠

Curious to know how the Global MBA shaped her leadership journey and success? Watch the video to find out!

Apply for the Global MBA programme now and avail the Early Bird Discount of 12.5%. Last day to avail the discount is November 30th:
https://www.manchester.ac.ae/study/global-part-time-mba

Apply now and enjoy a 12.5% tuition fee discount, an exclusive opportunity to start your MBA journey with one of the wor...
01/11/2025

Apply now and enjoy a 12.5% tuition fee discount, an exclusive opportunity to start your MBA journey with one of the world’s leading universities at a reduced cost.

Secure your place today and invest in your future with The University of Manchester – Dubai.

Learn more: https://www.manchester.ac.ae/study/global-part-time-mba

The University of Manchester – Dubai is licensed by The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and programmes accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

Today’s the day! Last chance for Early Bird Discount!Apply for the MBA at The University of Manchester – Dubai before mi...
31/10/2025

Today’s the day! Last chance for Early Bird Discount!

Apply for the MBA at The University of Manchester – Dubai before midnight and enjoy 15% off tuition fees. Learn from globally renowned faculty and take your career to the next level.

Don’t miss out, your future starts now!

Apply here: https://www.manchester.ac.ae/study/global-part-time-mba

The University of Manchester – Dubai is licensed by The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and programmes accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

The University of Manchester - Dubai was honoured to support “The Art of Ability – Inclusion Through Expression”, held a...
30/10/2025

The University of Manchester - Dubai was honoured to support “The Art of Ability – Inclusion Through Expression”, held at the MOHAMMED BIN RASHID LIBRARY under the patronage of H.E. Eng. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi on October 29.

A big thank you to Umiverse Library in cooperation with the UAE Journalists Association | جمعية الصحفيين الإماراتية for organising such a beautiful event bringing together global and local institutions to celebrate creativity, inclusion, and the remarkable achievements of People of Determination.

During the event, our alumni Kamran Robert Kardan, Founder & CEO of Knowledge E and Sarah Abuagela, Head of Investments at Ceras Ventures took part in the panel discussion on the topic, ‘The future is accessible’. It was also great to meet with Khalid Al Ameri, and Ebraheem Al-samadi at the event.

We as a university are proud to do initiatives that align with our values of social responsibility and to contribute to a community where everyone can thrive.

"I was a banker but I knew that I didn’t want to work in banking all my life... the MBA offered the best route to accele...
29/10/2025

"I was a banker but I knew that I didn’t want to work in banking all my life... the MBA offered the best route to accelerating my career." - Mohammed Jaffar, Regional Director, Business Planning and Operations, GCC at Visa.

Mohammed transitioned from banking to strategy consulting and eventually co-founded a tech startup, Yanzo. He now works with Visa as a Regional Director. He credits his MBA for providing the knowledge and network that fueled his professional journey.

Learn more about Mohammed's story and how the MBA empowered his career:
https://www.manchester.ac.ae/alumni-spotlight/mohammed-jaffar

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On October 27 the team at The University of Manchester - Dubai had a breast cancer awareness session. Thanks to Doctor L...
28/10/2025

On October 27 the team at The University of Manchester - Dubai had a breast cancer awareness session. Thanks to Doctor Lucy Khan, Consultant Oncoplastic and Cosmetic Breast Surgeon at The King’s College Hospital London, Dubai.

The session provided valuable insights into early detection, prevention, and the importance of regular screening, empowering participants with knowledge to take proactive steps toward breast health.

Learn from the best – MBA Early Bird Discount ending soon!Gain insights and guidance from globally renowned academics at...
27/10/2025

Learn from the best – MBA Early Bird Discount ending soon!

Gain insights and guidance from globally renowned academics at The University of Manchester while advancing your career with a world-class MBA.

Apply before October 31 to enjoy the 12.5% early bird discount and take the next step toward leadership and global opportunities.

Learn more and apply:
https://www.manchester.ac.ae/study/global-part-time-mba

The University of Manchester - Dubai is licensed by The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and programmes accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

It was a pleasure to sponsor The Economist Intelligence Corporate Network Annual Conference on October 23rd, 2025. Many ...
25/10/2025

It was a pleasure to sponsor The Economist Intelligence Corporate Network Annual Conference on October 23rd, 2025. Many thanks to Robert Willock, Global Editorial Director of The Economist Intelligence Corporate Network, and his entire team for putting together such an insightful event.

We were honoured to have Edward Hobart CMG, His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, in attendance. It was wonderful to connect with industry professionals and see our alumni come together for the occasion. Special thanks to Professor Markos Zachariadis, FinTech Professor and Chair at Alliance Manchester Business School, for delivering the closing keynote address.

If you are a student or alumnus who would like to attend such events, please get in touch with us at:
[email protected]

We are proud to announce a new partnership between CEO Women, an organisation that enhances women's leadership across di...
24/10/2025

We are proud to announce a new partnership between CEO Women, an organisation that enhances women's leadership across different economic and investment sectors and celebrates successful female figures, represented by Mona Morad, Founder of CEO Women and The University of Manchester - Dubai, led by Randa Bessiso, Founding Director, Middle East.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was recently signed at the CEO Women Conference in Egypt in the presence of senior leadership from The University of Manchester- Dubai as well as members of CEO Women. The conference was followed by an incredible Gala the following day.

This new partnership aims to strengthen leadership and management development opportunities for CEO Women members. It will also pave the way for future collaborations in higher education, research, professional development, and global networking.

We were delighted to work with our Strategic Talent Partner, British Chamber of Commerce Dubai (BCCD) in hosting a maste...
23/10/2025

We were delighted to work with our Strategic Talent Partner, British Chamber of Commerce Dubai (BCCD) in hosting a masterclass to their members on the topic, ‘The Future of Finance FinTech, Digital Banking and Blockchain’. Thanks to Professor Markos Zachariadis, FinTech Professor and Chair at Alliance Manchester Business School for leading the session.

BCCD is one of our Strategic Talent Partners and these masterclasses are one of the benefits our partners enjoy. Want to sign up as our partner? Click on the below link to learn more:
https://www.manchester.ac.ae/collaborate/strategic-talent-partnerships

Address

Office F16, Block/2B Al Bourooj Street/Al Sufouh/Dubai Knowledge Park
Dubai
POBOX502907

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30

Telephone

+97144468664

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