Admissions

Where Ambitious Leaders Come to Grow

The Stern at NYU Abu Dhabi Executive MBA program is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to lead at a higher level – in the UAE, across the MENA region, and on the global stage. Our students come from a diverse range of industries, sectors, and countries, but share a common ambition: to drive meaningful impact in business and society.

Whether you’re leading a fast-growing enterprise, scaling a multinational division, launching a new venture, or preparing for your next leap, the EMBA at Stern at NYUAD will challenge and equip you to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. We seek high-potential individuals who bring curiosity, experience, and the determination to shape the future of work, leadership, and innovation – regionally and globally.

If this sounds like you, we welcome your application.

Eligibility Requirements:

Undergraduate Degree

You must hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university.

Mastery of English 

Applicants may be required to submit scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test. Please review the standardized test section to determine if this applies to you. 

What We Look For

We don’t just evaluate qualifications, we look for future leaders who embody Stern at NYUAD’s commitment to both intellectual ability and emotional intelligence: IQ + EQ. Strong candidates will demonstrate:

• Academic Profile: Evidence of strong intellectual ability, analytical thinking, and the capacity to excel in a rigorous academic environment.

• Professional Achievements and Aspirations: Clear career progression, meaningful contributions to your organization, and well-defined goals for future growth and leadership.

• Personal Characteristics: Emotional intelligence, integrity, collaboration, and a desire to create value – not only for business, but for the world around you.

If you are applying through our NYU + EMBA Program, please visit the NYU + EMBA Program page.