Academics
MBA Program
In today’s fast-moving, interconnected business world, the ability to lead with agility, insight, and global perspective is more critical than ever. As the Middle East rapidly emerges as a global economic powerhouse, there’s a growing demand for bold, visionary leaders who understand both regional dynamics and global markets. The One-year Full-time MBA is designed to meet that demand.
This transformative academic experience merges the legacy of NYU Stern’s world-renowned business education with the innovation and opportunity of the MENA region. This 54-credit, one-year program delivers a rigorous and immersive curriculum designed to develop agile, analytical, and ethical business leaders. Students build a strong foundation through core courses in finance, strategy, leadership, and economics, and customize their path with cutting-edge electives spanning entrepreneurship, sustainability, technology, and more.
Learning goes far beyond the classroom. Experiential components such as the Summer in New York module at NYU Stern immerse students in the fast-paced world of global business, while internships and hands-on projects with leading international and local companies in Abu Dhabi ensure students apply their knowledge in real-world contexts. Through regionally relevant case studies and global business challenges, students sharpen their decision-making and problem-solving skills in diverse, dynamic settings.
With access to world-class faculty, a global alumni network, and a curriculum tailored for impact, students graduate ready to drive innovation and growth in the MENA region and across the globe. The Stern at NYUAD MBA isn’t just about learning business, it’s about mastering it in the places where it matters most.
- Upcoming Admissions Intake: January 2026
- One-year MBA, January to December
- Abu Dhabi-based with the summer term in New York City
- 54 credits
- Six, seven-week academic modules complemented with Orientation pre-module
- Real-world, practical experience with local companies and organizations through experiential or internship courses in each module