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Master of Business Administration

Lead With an
American MBA.
Earned Online.

The MBA from Walsh College — a US degree issued in Troy, Michigan, delivered fully online. Strategic leadership across finance, marketing, operations, and strategy. Go anywhere.

Up to 30%Postgraduate Scholarships
US DegreeWalsh College · Michigan
Sep · Jan · MarThree Intakes a Year
WES RecognisedCredential Recognition Worldwide
Master of Business Administration at Walsh College UAE
1922Walsh College Founded
About the Programme

MBA in Business Administration

The Walsh MBA develops strategic leaders equipped to navigate today's dynamic global business landscape. The programme blends advanced business knowledge with leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills across finance, marketing, operations, and strategy.

95% of Walsh faculty bring real-world industry experience into every class, so you learn marketing the way it's actually practised. It's a programme designed for creative, curious people who want to understand why consumers choose — and ambitious enough to want a globally recognised US credential while studying in the UAE.

Comprehensive leadership-focused MBA curriculum
Access to AMA resources, networking, and certifications
US-based expert faculty with real-world experience
Practical learning through business projects and simulations
US degree recognised worldwide via WES
Transfer pathway to Walsh Michigan, USA
Duration2 Years
LevelGraduate
ModeOnline
IntakesFall · Winter · Spring
Awarded ByWalsh College, USA
ScholarshipsUp to 30%
01
The Skillset

What You'll Learn

Eight capability areas, drawn from the programme's published learning outcomes and assessed against measurable benchmarks each academic cycle.

01
Strategic Leadership

Direct organisations through complex, high-stakes decisions with confidence.

02
Financial Acumen

Interpret financial data and lead resource allocation across the enterprise.

03
Organisational Resilience

Build teams and structures that adapt under pressure and change.

04
Executive Communication

Communicate and influence at the executive and board level.

05
Legal & Risk Literacy

Apply legal, technology-risk, and cybersecurity awareness to business decisions.

06
Workforce Leadership

Lead diverse, resilient teams through change and uncertainty.

07
Business Analytics

Use data to support high-level strategic and operational decisions.

08
Applied Strategy

Bring together finance, marketing, and economics literacy into one strategic view.

02
Admissions

Entry Requirements

Graduate entry requirements are set and approved by Walsh College USA and are equivalent to those applied at the Troy, Michigan campus.

Graduate Admissions Requirements
Academic QualificationBachelor's degree (2:2 or equivalent)
International QualificationsAssessed against equivalent standards
Professional QualificationsConsidered case-by-case by committee
Work ExperienceNot required; strong experience considered individually
Documents Required
Passport CopyValid for 6+ months beyond intake
Bachelor's Degree CertificateWith full academic transcript
Professional CV / RésuméCurrent and complete
Experience LettersEspecially for MBA and MS Finance applicants

English Language Requirements

Graduate entry (MBA / MS)
IELTS Academic6.0
TOEFL iBT80
PTE Academic55
Duolingo105
An official Medium-of-Instruction (MOI) letter is accepted in place of a test score if your qualifying degree was taught entirely in English. All test scores must be valid within the last two years.
Required Documents
Completed application form
Passport copy — Bachelor's degree certificate & transcript
Professional CV / résumé
Experience letters from current or previous employers
English test result, unless MOI-exempt
International Students

Previous academic documents must be scanned and attested through MOFA and the UAE Embassy. Structured admissions support, including credential evaluation guidance and visa assistance where applicable, is available throughout the process.

Full Requirements Document Checklist
03
Curriculum

Curriculum

Official curriculum sourced from the Walsh College USA Academic Catalog. Foundation courses may be waived based on prior degree and academic history.

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ACC 514Financial Accounting for Decision Making3 CR
COM 510Leadership Communication3 CR
IT 520Technology Innovation, Risk Management & Cybersecurity Leadership3 CR
MGT 502Foundations for Business Success3 CR
BL 558Legal and Ethical Essentials for Business3 CR
BTC 500Operations Management & Process Efficiency3 CR
BTC 505Organizational Resilience Framework I3 CR
BTC 506Organizational Resilience Framework II3 CR
FIN 610Foundations of Financial Analysis3 CR
IT 567Business Continuity, Resilience, and Crisis Management3 CR
QM 520Business Analytics3 CR
BTC 590Strategic Resilience Capstone3 CR
ECN courseChoose one: Foundations of Economic Analysis, Global Economics, Applied Economics, or Seminar in Economic Topics3 CR
FIN courseChoose one: Principles of Finance, Foundations of Financial Analysis, Financial Management, or Financial Statement Analysis3 CR
MKT courseChoose one: Public Relations Strategies, Consumer Insights, Creativity and Innovation, Marketing Fundamentals, or Marketing Applications and Metrics3 CR
Note: One course from Economics, Finance, and Marketing is required — exclusions may be granted based on prior degree major.
04
Investment

Tuition & Fees

Every fee, published. All amounts in AED; tuition inclusive of VAT.

Annual Tuition
AED 49,775
per year · inclusive of VAT
Payment Plans
Per trimester, as you study
Or annually, in 10 instalments
Scholarships of up to 50% apply to tuition →
Other Fees
Admission feeOne-time2,100
Degree feeOne-time2,100
Student services feeOne-time525
Student activity feeAnnual1,050
Software feesThird-party providerAt cost

Fees are subject to periodic review; the schedule in force at the time of enrolment applies.

06
Financial Support

Scholarships &
Financial Support

Your admission application is your scholarship application — the Admissions team assesses every award you qualify for automatically and confirms it in your offer letter.

Postgraduate Merit:
up to 30% of tuition.

The flagship undergraduate award, assessed on your school-leaving results — A-Levels, IB, American GPA, CBSE, FBISE and more. Every admitted applicant qualifies from the entry tier; the strongest profiles reach the full 50%. Predicted grades accepted.

All Scholarships & Terms →
Additional Postgraduate Awards
Dean's ExcellenceAll-round distinction
Global Leader AwardDemonstrated leadership
International ScholarshipStudents joining from abroad
Sports ScholarshipNational / international level
Community & HumanitarianEvidenced impact
Women in EntrepreneurshipFounders & venture leaders
Financial AidNeed-based, case-by-case
Discounts Stack on Top

You hold one scholarship at a time — but discounts stack on top of it and with each other: Early Application (AED 6,000–7,500), Sibling & Family (AED 3,000), School Partnership (AED 2,500), group discounts, and a 3% Full Advance Payment discount.

No Separate Application

For most awards there's no scholarship form. Apply for admission, and your eligibility for every scholarship and discount is assessed automatically — then confirmed in your offer letter.

Fair to Keep

Maintain a CGPA of 2.3+ (3.0+ for the top merit tiers) and 75% attendance. If results slip, there's probation first, then a stepped review — with reinstatement when you recover.

Trimester or 10-Instalment Payment Plans Available at Every Intake
Admissions

How to Apply

Six clear steps from application to your first day — with conditional offers available on predicted grades.

1
Apply

Submit your application with supporting documents

2
Assessment

Admissions reviews your file against entry requirements

3
Offer

Receive your provisional or conditional offer

4
Acceptance

Sign and return your offer of acceptance

5
Registration

Complete pre-enrolment payment and registration

6
Orientation

Join orientation and start your first trimester

Documents You'll Need
Application form School certificate (predicted grades OK) Academic transcripts Passport copy Emirates ID (UAE residents) English test result (unless exempt) Full checklist →
06
Recognition

Accreditations, Recognition
& Regulatory Information

Your MBA is awarded by Walsh College's USA campus (Troy, Michigan), which holds multiple US-based accreditations — externally verified, no conditions. WES credential evaluation extends that recognition globally for employment and postgraduate study.

ACBSP
ACBSP — USA
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
A USA campus (Walsh College, Michigan) accreditation — 10-year reaffirmation 2020, no conditions. The international standard for business education quality.
HLC
HLC — USA
Higher Learning Commission
A USA campus accreditation — 10-year reaffirmation 2021, no conditions. Primary US regional accreditor; Walsh credits are accepted at universities across the United States.
WES
WES
World Education Services — International Credential Recognition
Global credential recognition — GCC, UK, USA, and Canada. WES approval means your Walsh degree is formally accepted for employment and postgraduate study worldwide.
NC-SARA
NC-SARA — USA
National Council for State Authorisation Reciprocity
A USA state-authorisation network ensuring Walsh's programmes carry full legal standing across all 50 US states and internationally.
Regulatory Information: The accreditations, approvals and institutional recognitions displayed above are held by Walsh College, Troy, Michigan, USA, unless otherwise stated. Programmes offered in the UAE are delivered through Future Education University College (FEUC) FZE under its applicable licensing arrangements and are not approved by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE.
07
An Additional Opportunity

USA Transfer
Opportunities

One college, two campuses. Begin your MBA online with Walsh College UAE and continue at Walsh College in Troy, Michigan — with credit recognition under the College's transfer arrangements. Same degree. Same standards.

Begin at Walsh UAE

Start your MBA fully online with the same official Walsh curriculum, faculty standards, and academic policies.

Build Your Record

Complete your courses in good academic standing — every credit you earn is a Walsh credit from day one.

Apply to Transfer

Request your transfer with our team's guidance — including full support through the US student visa process.

Graduate in the USA

Complete your degree in Michigan and step into the US job market, OPT pathways, or American postgraduate study.

Credit Recognition Student Visa Guidance Same Degree, Same Standards Eligible for US Postgraduate Study

Transfer is subject to academic, financial, and visa approval — visa decisions rest with the US immigration authorities — and to successful fulfilment of all transfer requirements. Learn more on our Transfer to USA page.

Academic Standards

Academic Quality Assurance

01
Academic Policies

Published policies govern admission, progression, credit transfer, and graduation.

02
Assessment Standards

Learning outcomes are assessed against measurable benchmarks each academic cycle.

03
Academic Integrity

Clear standards on originality and conduct, applied consistently across all coursework.

04
Student Appeals

A fair, documented process for academic appeals and grievances.

05
Student Support

Advising, English preparation, and admissions guidance throughout your studies.

06
Published Policies

Key policies are published in full — linked below.

08
Where This Takes You

Career Opportunities

A Master of Business Administration opens senior, strategic, and specialist roles built on advanced graduate-level expertise.

Consulting
Business Consultant
Advises companies on growth, strategy, operations, and complex business challenges.
Operations
Operations Manager
Oversees business processes, improves efficiency, and manages daily operations.
Marketing
Marketing Director
Leads brand strategy, digital marketing, and campaigns that drive market presence.
Leadership
General Manager
Manages business units, leads cross-functional teams, and drives organisational success.
Commercial
Sales & Business Development
Drives expansion by developing partnerships, client relationships, and sales strategy.
Founder Track
Entrepreneur / Startup Founder
Launches and leads a business venture or scales startups with strong leadership skills.

Graduates leave with a portfolio of applied campaign, research, and strategy work, a US-accredited credential recognised by employers worldwide, and eligibility for postgraduate study — including accredited US master's programmes.

09
Beyond the Curriculum

The Walsh Graduate

Every Walsh programme is designed to develop six attributes that employers consistently rank above technical skill alone.

Critical Thinking

Structured problem-solving and evidence-based judgement, developed through case analysis and the IDS 400 ethics core.

Leadership

The confidence to direct teams and campaigns, built through group projects and behavioural management study.

Professional Ethics

Integrity as a working habit — ethical frameworks applied to real marketing decisions, not just discussed in theory.

Communication

Persuasive writing, presenting, and negotiation, developed through two dedicated business communication courses.

Innovation

Creative, commercially grounded thinking — from campaign concepts to new-market strategies in the capstone.

Global Perspective

Cross-border market fluency — the ability to work across cultures, currencies, and consumer contexts.

Ready to Start
Your Journey?

Three intakes a year. Scholarships up to 50%. A pathway to Michigan. Join the next generation of marketers shaping how the world buys, believes, and belongs.

Degree awarded by Walsh College USA WES Approved worldwide Scholarships up to 50%
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