The MBA in Banking and Financial Services at MAHE Dubai is a flagship program designed to prepare industry-ready professionals for the growing banking and financial services sector across the GCC, MENA, and global markets.
This MBA in Banking and Financial Services in Dubai blends advanced theory, applied research, and practical industry learning. Students gain exposure to banking operations, financial markets, investment analysis, risk management, fintech, and financial decision-making.
Through lectures, case studies, discussions, guest sessions, and access to live market data from the LSEG Refinitiv database, students build strong analytical and industry-relevant skills.
Graduates can pursue careers in banking, investment, fintech, consulting, risk management, corporate finance, and wealth management.
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A comprehensive first-year curriculum covering finance, marketing, operations, HR, economics, analytics, ethics, and digital business ensures a well-rounded managerial base.
The program is designed with a clear progression—building fundamentals in Year 1 and advancing into strategic and global business applications in Year 2.
Students complete a rigorous credit structure (59 credits in Year 1 and advanced credits in Year 2), ensuring depth, academic rigor, and competency development.
Students choose a specialization after Term 2 and complete focused elective courses, enabling domain expertise aligned with career goals.
Electives are offered based on student demand and industry relevance, ensuring practical applicability and current market alignment.
Dedicated courses such as Geopolitics, International Trade, International Finance, and Cross-Cultural Management prepare students for global careers.
Upto 4 weeks international Immersion programme with a university of repute in Asia/Europe at no additional cost to students.
MBA - Core program at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai, requires candidates to meet the following criteria:
Graduates of the MBA Banking & Financial Services program are well-prepared for leadership roles in:
The program begins by grounding students in the essential principles of global business operations, offering a broad understanding of how organisations function internationally. It covers the basics of decision-making, strategy formulation, understanding market dynamics and the financial aspects underpinning business success. This foundational year is crucial for developing critical thinking and analytical skills in a global context.
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Accounting | Operations Management | Business Research Methods |
| Managerial Statistics | Management Accounting & Control | IT for Business |
| Marketing Management | Managing People in Organisation | Financial Management |
| Economics for Managers | Applied Business Analytics | Commercial & Retail Banking |
| Sustainability, Responsibility & Managerial Ethics | Strategic Management | AI for Management |
| Integrative Assessment |
The second year concentrates on sustainable business practices and data-driven decision-making. Students choose specialisation tracks to develop targeted expertise and engage in innovative and ethical thinking. This stage prepares them to effectively influence and succeed in global business environments.
| Term 4 | Term 5 | Term 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Aspects of Business | Strategy Simulation | Inter Disciplinary Courses (Negotiation Skills) |
| International Business | Society, Environment, Values & Attitudes (SEVA) | Elective 7 |
| Elective 1 | Elective 4 | Elective 8 |
| Elective 2 | Elective 5 | Master’s Thesis |
| Elective 3 | Elective 6 | |
| Summer Internship |
For information regarding Electives falling under Specialisation, refer to Electives Tab.
| Electives |
| Financial Statement Analysis |
| Business Analysis & Valuation |
| Risk Management in Banking |
| Investment Banking |
| Mergers & Acquisitions |
| Student Managed Investment Course |
| Fixed Income Securities |
| Financial Modeling using Excel |
| Financial Derivatives |
| International Finance |
| Private Equity & Venture Capital |
| Financial Analytics using Python |
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This specialization offers strong career opportunities in banking, fintech, investment firms, insurance, and corporate finance. With the growth of global financial markets, demand for skilled professionals continues to rise.
Students develop skills in financial analysis, risk management, investment strategies, data interpretation, and decision-making. They also gain exposure to tools and platforms used in real-time financial markets.
Yes, it is a valuable career path for students interested in finance and banking, especially with increasing demand in areas like fintech, investment banking, and wealth management.
The program typically lasts 2 years and is offered in a full-time format, with a structured progression across multiple terms.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university and meet English proficiency requirements through prior education or standardized tests.
You should evaluate curriculum relevance, access to financial tools and databases, internship opportunities, faculty expertise, and alignment with your career goals in finance.
The annual tuition fee is approximately AED 57,750, along with a one-time application and registration fee of around AED 1,680.
The program offers industry-relevant learning, access to financial databases like LSEG Refinitiv, global exposure, and an interdisciplinary curriculum combining finance, analytics, and business strategy.
Yes, students gain hands-on experience through case studies, simulations, internships, and access to real-time financial market data and tools.
Graduates can pursue roles such as investment analyst, banking professional, risk manager, financial consultant, fintech specialist, and corporate finance executive across various industries.
The curriculum includes financial accounting, investment banking, risk management, financial markets, derivatives, corporate finance, and fintech-related topics.
