A top US business school MBA with the support to propel your career in one of the world’s fastest growing regions
The UAE and MENA region present exceptional career opportunities for business-literate professionals. The Stern at NYUAD One-year Full-time MBA equips you with the academic foundation, regional knowledge, and dedicated career support to pursue them with confidence.
A region with a growing demand for MBA-level talent
- 11.7% projected annual growth in demand for MBA graduates among regional employers (Strategy&)
- More than 35% of Middle Eastern employers plan to expand MBA hiring in the coming years (GMAC, 2025)
Everything you need to build a career that lasts
The companies shaping MENA’s future need leaders who can think strategically, manage complexity, and drive commercial outcomes. The Stern at NYUAD One-year Full-time MBA develops precisely those capabilities, with dedicated Career Management Center (CMC) support that ensures you are equipped to put them to work from the moment you graduate.
- World-renowned MBA, made regionally relevant– rigorous, globally respected academic content delivered at our state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi campus, with a summer term in New York
- Stern Signature Project — hands-on experience within a regional organization, building relationships and directly demonstrating your capabilities
- Individual career coaching — one-on-one CMC support covering goals, job search strategy, CV, and interview preparation throughout the program
- Corporate connections — direct access to leading regional employers through industry projects, networking events, and corporate presentations
- 115K+ global alumni network — graduate into one of the world’s most extensive business school networks, spanning every major industry and region
Download the Stern at NYUAD Career Advantage brochure to explore the employment landscape across the UAE and MENA region in detail, and to find out how the Career Management Center supports you in securing your post-MBA employment.