50+
years of Symbiosis legacy
Students from
85+
countries have enrolled
Ranked
140
in Business Management & Studies by QS World Ranking 2024
50+
years of Symbiosis legacy
Students from
85+
countries have enrolled
Ranked
140
in Business Management & Studies by QS World Ranking 2024
- Overview
- Degree Structure
- Payment Plan & Academic Fees
Duration
4 Semesters (2 years)
Two-Intakes
September and January
AED 45000* Fees per year.
* VAT @ 5% will be charged extra. Academic fees to be paid in AED/USD
Generic Core
27
Concentration
09
Internship
03
Master's Thesis
06
Total
45
Every student must choose one Specialisation and complete the required credits in the area.
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S. No |
Description |
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Total Fees in AED |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Semister 1 |
Semister 2 |
Semister 1 |
Semister 2 |
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| 1 | Academic Fee | 22,500 | 22,500 | 22,500 | 22,500 | 90,000 |
| 2 | Graduation Fee | - | - | - | 500 | 500 |
| 3 | Medical Insurance and Visa | 5,000 | - | - | - | 5,000 |
| 4 | Security Deposit (Refundable) | 4,000 | - | - | - | 4,000 |
| 5 | Total | 31,500 | 22,500 | 22,500 | 22,500 | 99,500 |
Course Description
- Generic Core
- Strategic Management and Leadership
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- International Business
Principles and Practices of Management
This course gives students a comprehensive understanding of management principles and their practical application. It covers various theories and managerial roles, including planning, organisation, and decision-making. The objective is to gain a holistic perspective on the role of managers in a business organisation.
Research Methodology
The course provides an overview of research methods used in management studies and helps students undertake independent research projects
Data Analytics
This practical course equips students with skills in data analytics using Microsoft Excel. The course covers topics like data visualisation, interpretation, and analysis, and helps students to harness the power of data for effective decision-making in a business context.
Accounting and Finance
The course introduces the basic theory, concepts, and practices related to financial accounting. It helps students understand the steps involved in preparing and interpreting financial statements and familiarises them with the latest developments in the accounting field.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
This course thoroughly introduces Operations and Supply Chain Management, covering all the key concepts and strategies. Starting with the basics, it moves on to more advanced topics such as operations strategy, process analysis, inventory management, and supply chain design. It further delves into the complexities of technology adoption, risk management, sustainability practices, and global challenges, understanding this dynamic field comprehensively.
Marketing Management
The course provides a comprehensive discussion of fundamental marketing concepts to understand industry trends. It focuses on the concept of value in the context of marketing and analysing marketing strategies. The students will experiment with out-of-the-box thinking that helps them develop innovative marketing strategies.
Economics for Managers
The course overviews economic fundamentals and their real-life applications in decision-making scenarios. The modules covered include supply and demand analysis, market dynamics, cost-benefit analysis, and macroeconomic variables that affect strategic managerial decision-making.
People Management
The course will enhance students' leadership and interpersonal skills, focusing on effective communication, team building, and talent management strategies to optimise organisational performance.
Principles and Practices of Management
This course gives students a comprehensive understanding of management principles and their practical application. It covers various theories and managerial roles, including planning, organisation, and decision-making. The objective is to gain a holistic perspective on the role of managers in a business organisation.
Research Methodology
The course provides an overview of research methods used in management studies and helps students undertake independent research projects
Data Analytics
This practical course equips students with skills in data analytics using Microsoft Excel. The course covers topics like data visualisation, interpretation, and analysis, and helps students to harness the power of data for effective decision-making in a business context.
Accounting and Finance
The course introduces the basic theory, concepts, and practices related to financial accounting. It helps students understand the steps involved in preparing and interpreting financial statements and familiarises them with the latest developments in the accounting field.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
This course thoroughly introduces Operations and Supply Chain Management, covering all the key concepts and strategies. Starting with the basics, it moves on to more advanced topics such as operations strategy, process analysis, inventory management, and supply chain design. It further delves into the complexities of technology adoption, risk management, sustainability practices, and global challenges, understanding this dynamic field comprehensively.
Marketing Management
The course provides a comprehensive discussion of fundamental marketing concepts to understand industry trends. It focuses on the concept of value in the context of marketing and analysing marketing strategies. The students will experiment with out-of-the-box thinking that helps them develop innovative marketing strategies.
Strategic Management
The students will develop and further hone their skills in formulating and implementing effective organisational strategies while studying this course. It covers topics such as SWOT analysis, competitive advantage, and long-term planning, providing students with the tools to navigate dynamic business environments and make informed decisions to achieve sustainable success.
Digital Transformation and Strategy for Business
In this course, students will explore the impact of technology on business models and learn strategies for digital transformation. The course will further emphasise how organisations can leverage technology to enhance competitiveness and adapt to the evolving digital landscape.
Creativity and Problem Solving
The course helps students to cultivate problem-solving and creative thinking skills using frameworks for innovation in various professional contexts.
Principles and Practices of Management
This course gives students a comprehensive understanding of management principles and their practical application. It covers various theories and managerial roles, including planning, organisation, and decision-making. The objective is to gain a holistic perspective on the role of managers in a business organisation.
Research Methodology
The course provides an overview of research methods used in management studies and helps students undertake independent research projects
Data Analytics
This practical course equips students with skills in data analytics using Microsoft Excel. The course covers topics like data visualisation, interpretation, and analysis, and helps students to harness the power of data for effective decision-making in a business context.
Accounting and Finance
The course introduces the basic theory, concepts, and practices related to financial accounting. It helps students understand the steps involved in preparing and interpreting financial statements and familiarises them with the latest developments in the accounting field.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
This course thoroughly introduces Operations and Supply Chain Management, covering all the key concepts and strategies. Starting with the basics, it moves on to more advanced topics such as operations strategy, process analysis, inventory management, and supply chain design. It further delves into the complexities of technology adoption, risk management, sustainability practices, and global challenges, understanding this dynamic field comprehensively.
Marketing Management
The course provides a comprehensive discussion of fundamental marketing concepts to understand industry trends. It focuses on the concept of value in the context of marketing and analysing marketing strategies. The students will experiment with out-of-the-box thinking that helps them develop innovative marketing strategies.
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The course seeks to help students learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship such as idea generation, business planning, and innovation strategies, and acquire the skills necessary to navigate the entrepreneurial landscape.
Design Thinking for Management
The course helps students to explore a problem-solving approach centered on people, using creative ideation, prototyping, and user testing to tackle complex issues innovatively.
Global Mega Trends in Business Management
The course examines significant global trends shaping the future of industries and societies. It will help students understand the implications of these trends for business strategies and decision-making.
Principles and Practices of Management
This course gives students a comprehensive understanding of management principles and their practical application. It covers various theories and managerial roles, including planning, organisation, and decision-making. The objective is to gain a holistic perspective on the role of managers in a business organisation.
Research Methodology
The course provides an overview of research methods used in management studies and helps students undertake independent research projects
Data Analytics
This practical course equips students with skills in data analytics using Microsoft Excel. The course covers topics like data visualisation, interpretation, and analysis, and helps students to harness the power of data for effective decision-making in a business context.
Accounting and Finance
The course introduces the basic theory, concepts, and practices related to financial accounting. It helps students understand the steps involved in preparing and interpreting financial statements and familiarises them with the latest developments in the accounting field.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
This course thoroughly introduces Operations and Supply Chain Management, covering all the key concepts and strategies. Starting with the basics, it moves on to more advanced topics such as operations strategy, process analysis, inventory management, and supply chain design. It further delves into the complexities of technology adoption, risk management, sustainability practices, and global challenges, understanding this dynamic field comprehensively.
Marketing Management
The course provides a comprehensive discussion of fundamental marketing concepts to understand industry trends. It focuses on the concept of value in the context of marketing and analysing marketing strategies. The students will experiment with out-of-the-box thinking that helps them develop innovative marketing strategies.
Global Business Environment
The course helps students to gain insights into the complexities of the global business landscape, covering international markets, cultural considerations, and economic factors to make informed decisions in a rapidly changing global environment.
International Finance
In this course, students will explore the impact of technology on business models and learn strategies for digital transformation. The course will further emphasise how organisations can leverage technology to enhance competitiveness and adapt to the evolving digital landscape.
International Human Resource Management
The course explores the intricacies of managing human resources globally, addressing challenges such as cultural diversity, international labor laws, and talent acquisition on an international scale.
- Study Plan
- ELIGIBILITY
- Programme Learning Outcomes
Study Plan for Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Semester I
Total credits = 9
Generic Core
Courses - 9 credits
Semester II
Total credits = 12
Generic Core
Courses - 12 credits
* Students select concentrations at the end of Semester IISemester III
Total credits = 12
Generic Core
Courses - 6 credits
Concentration
Courses - 6 credits
Semester IV
Total credits = 12
Generic Core
Courses - 3 credits
Concentration
Courses - 3 credits
Master's Thesis - 6 credits
- Prospective students must have completed a full-time Bachelor's Degree programme in any discipline from any statutory university or any other recognised foreign university with minimum CGPAof 3 on a 4 - point scale.
- Students with a CGPA of less than 3 on a 4 - point scale may be admitted conditionally with the prior approval of the Board of Governors of SIU, Dubai and in accordance with the rules prescribed by MoE, UAE.
- A minimum EmSAT score of 1400, or TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT), or 6.0 IELTS academic, or their equivalent on any other standardised, nationally or internationally recognised test that is approved by the Ministry of Education (MoE), UAE.
- (Students who have completed undergraduate education in an English medium institution from an English-speaking country might be allowed admission into a graduate programme without demonstrating a TOEFL score of 550 (or equivalent).)
Knowledge
Gain a comprehensive understanding of principles of business and management.
Competence
Demonstrate leadership proficiency and collaborative teamwork skills to manage complex organisations, solve pratical problems and initiate and manage independent entrepreneurial ventures.
Skills
Master effective communication skills in a multicultural and global environment.
SIU International Partners
The parent institution has multi-level academic partnerships with well ranked universities from across the world. These collaborations are also available for SIU, Dubai faculty and students
