Consistently found in global ranking league tables and one of just 1% of business schools in the world to be accredited by leading bodies AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, our gold standard ‘triple-crown’ accreditation confirms our position within an elite group of global business schools. Our vision is to inspire curiosity and drive change globally in the field of business research and education, and our programmes provide you with a rigorous academic training, practical relevance and career-readiness. As a result, our students are in high demand from leading employers.
WHY CHOOSE OUR PROGRAMMES?
- Our programmes are designed to provide both academic and excellent vocational relevance, ensuring that the skills and experiences students gain are valued by employers
- Our students have the opportunity to engage with industry professionals and world-leading researchers, and feel part of an international learning community
- Our research is internationally recognised and focuses on responding to the key challenges around responsible business that face our economy and our society regionally and globally
WE ARE IN THE TOP 1% OF BUSINESS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD TO HOLD A TRIPLE-CROWN ACCREDITATION
HOW WILL YOU BE TAUGHT?
- From the outset, you will be encouraged to become an independent and self-motivated learner; we want you to be challenged and will encourage you to think for yourself
- You will be taught by experts in their fields from both the Dubai and Edgbaston campuses
- Your learning will be enriched by utilising a variety of innovative teaching methods, from lectures, self-study and peer-group learning, to blended-learning tutorials through our virtual learning platform, Canvas
GRADUATE CAREER DESTINATIONS HAVE INCLUDED:
- Ferrari
- Jaguar Land Rover
- PwC
- Unilever
- Microsoft
- Morgan Stanley
- Deloitte
- J.P. Morgan
- Kia Motors Europe
- United Bank of Switzerland
BIRMINGHAM WAS THE FOURTH MOST-TARGETED UNIVERSITY BY TOP EMPLOYERS
(HIGH FLIERS 2022)
Accounting and Finance MSc - 1 year or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
With a good first degree in accounting and finance, you will be looking to further specialise in the area and get ready as a professional to meet new challenges in an interconnected global world.
Our MSc programme is designed to strengthen your existing knowledge, develop your skillset in accounting and finance for a sustainable business future, and prepare you for a successful global career. You will be learning with leading researchers in the field, with a focus on cutting-edge sustainable and responsible business practices.
Our innovative modules include topics on Accounting Theory and Policy, Corporate Financial Management, and Professional Integrity, and give you the opportunity to study topics such as alternative finance and management accounting. You will gain the knowledge needed for a career as a responsible practitioner at the forefront of emerging trends in accounting and finance.
We offer a full and part-time option to complete this MSc.
Financial Management MSc – 1 year or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
On our MSc Financial Management course, you will gain knowledge of real-world investment challenges, with an emphasis on ethical and sustainable business practices. You will be provided with the knowledge and skills to give you a significant edge in the competitive global finance sector in Dubai.
The programme is innovative and contemporary, module themes will include Corporate Financial Management, Financial Modelling Techniques, Financial Statement Analysis, and Business Valuation.
There is a strong demand for financial management graduates in Dubai, for those who will have both the knowledge and skills to work in banks, insurance companies, stock broking firms and many other industries in the finance sector. Additionally, you will gain theoretically underpinned skills on the MSc Financial Management course that can be used in the treasury departments of many companies across the globe.
Human Resource Management MSc - 1 Year or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
You will begin your studies with a HRM module that provides a foundation of the four core pillars of HRM function: resourcing organisations, developing organisations, reward at work and employment relations. You can then explore a variety of other topics through innovative modules such as The Future of Work. Modules cover theory and practice with guest speakers and practical exercises, as well as research-led academic insights and perspectives.
Our MSc Human Resource Management course places responsible business, decent work and good people management at the forefront of teaching and research.
On our MSc Human Resource Management graduates are in high demand from a wide range of top employers for their specialist skills. Our ever-growing relationship, with key employers in the sector will provide you with the opportunity to meet and network with leading national and global organisations.
Module themes include Human Resource Development, International Human Resource Management, and Leadership Development. During the year you will also undertake a dissertation incorporating Research Methods.
International Business MSc – 1 year full-time
What will you study?
The MSc in International Business will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of relevant and current international issues, allowing you to take your career anywhere in the world. Across the globe, organisations are seeking dynamic managers with the skills to work away from their domestic country. You will have the opportunity to draw on the talents of globally respected scholars and teachers whose expertise, combined with the breadth of the syllabus, will prepare you for your international career.
The module themes cover key subjects of business and management in a global context, such as HRM, Marketing and Branding, Finance and Accounting, Operations and Procurement, Business Strategy, Knowledge and Innovation Systems, Global Shift and Cross-culture Management. You will then complete a final dissertation on the topic of your choice relating to international business.
Advancing your career aspirations and expanding your skill-set is fundamental to MSc International Business. Throughout the programme, we will develop your analytical and communication skills, and you will gain valuable experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and networking.
‘I chose to undertake MSc International Business at the University of Birmingham Dubai because I wanted to complement my engineering skills with a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate in an international context. This course covers a wide range of topics, related to international business, which serve to challenge and stretch your thought process. I have benefited tremendously from this course as I was able to learn from, and interact with, people from various backgrounds, which further enhanced my understanding and appreciation of international business.’
Christopher, MSc International Business graduate
Marketing MSc - 1 Year or 2 years part-time
What will you study?
On our MSc Marketing programme you will develop your marketing expertise with the critical, analytical, communication and ethical capabilities required for a successful career.
The innovative design of this programme with a ‘block’ teaching approach offers you an immersive learning experience that gives the option to specialise in a chosen pathway.
You will learn the theory and practice of marketing with our taught modules, while having the opportunity to specialise in either digital, global or responsible marketing pathways that will prepare you for the future challenges that face organisations, such as digitalisation and sustainability.
Industry workshops and careers support will help you to develop transferable skills, such as agile working and resilience.
Some of the module themes covered include: Marketing Strategy, Consumer Insights, Research and Analysis in Marketing, International Marketing, and the option to complete a dissertation or a company project.
‘Studying on the MSc International Business has been a great experience for me; excellent faculty members, coupled with a dynamic cohort, world-class tuition and an awesome support system. Coming together in groups to work on projects, assignments and presentations has helped reshape my interpersonal relationships and boosted my confidence and public speaking skills. I must say, the University of Birmingham is actually a home away from home.’
Sandra, MSc International Business graduate
‘The MSc International Business programme exposed me to in-depth research and international experience, which helped students to become culturally aware and confident managers in global working environments.’
Rithulal, MSc International Business