Master of Business Administration (MBA)

MBA with Specialisation Financial Management - Dubai

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Guiding Financial Futures, One Strategy at a Time

An MBA specialising in Financial Management equips you with the expertise to understand, evaluate and improve a company’s financial health. This programme develops the skills needed to manage corporate finances, support strategic decision-making, control costs, evaluate performance and guide organisations through complex financial challenges.

At UE Dubai, you will study financial management in a city shaped by global trade, investment, entrepreneurship and rapid business growth. Dubai’s international business environment makes it an ideal place to develop the financial, analytical and leadership skills employers expect from future managers.

Throughout the programme, you will learn how to interpret complex financial data, create evidence-based recommendations and connect financial decisions to wider business strategy. You will also build the confidence to communicate financial insights clearly to senior stakeholders, teams and decision-makers.

The programme is designed for ambitious professionals who want to progress into finance, management, consulting, controlling, reporting or strategic business roles in Dubai, the UAE and international markets.

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MBA Financial Management Curriculum

Delivered across three semesters, the MBA Financial Management curriculum provides students with broad knowledge of business management through modules such as Strategic Vision and Innovation Management before moving into two specialised modules: Performance Management and Control and Advanced Corporate Reporting.

At UE Dubai, the curriculum is applied and career-focused. You will work with business cases, financial scenarios and problem-solving exercises that reflect the realities of organisations operating in fast-moving regional and global markets.

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Key facts about MBA Financial Management

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Admission Requirements

Here are some things you will require for your application at the UE:

  • Completed application form
  • Bachelor’s degree (at least 180 ECTS)
  • English language skills (at least B2 level)
  • 1 year of professional experience after the last academic degree
  • Diploma / Bachelor certificate & language certificate.
  • CV & letter of motivation
  • Copy of your passport
Admission Requirements

Semesters & Credits

  • You study for 3 semesters and gain 90 ECTS.
  • Intakes: March & September
  • Language: English
  • Classes are typically scheduled between Wednesdays & Saturdays.
  • Examination and Study Regulations
  • Do you have any further questions? You may already find the answer in the most frequently asked questions
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Fees

  • Dubai: 57,376 AED on the 1st year

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Here is why you should study at UE Dubai

  • 90% employed after graduation 

  • Fully accredited and recognized degree

  • a group of people holding certificates

    Funding & financial support (scholarships & more)

  • 140+ nationalities across our campus

  • Free of charge visa support

  • Modern facilities

  • Accommodation support

Spotlight Module: "Performance Management and Control"

The module Performance Management and Control focuses on developing knowledge and skills in the application of management accounting techniques.
You will explore modern performance management methods, decision-making tools, budgeting, standard costing and financial control. The module also examines how organisations should be managed and monitored to achieve strategic objectives and improve performance.
Using case studies and problem-solving exercises, you will learn how to evaluate performance measurement systems, apply analytical thinking and support effective budget control.
This module contains: Foundations for Implementing Strategy, Creating Performance Measurement Systems, and Achieving Profit Goals and Strategies.
In Dubai’s fast-moving business environment, these skills are highly relevant for professionals who want to help organisations manage growth, improve efficiency and make better financial decisions.

What happens after your studies?

After your studies, you will be prepared to take on finance and management responsibilities across a wide range of industries and organisations.
Dubai’s business environment creates opportunities for professionals who can combine financial expertise with strategic thinking, analytical skills and leadership. Graduates can apply their knowledge in multinational companies, consulting firms, financial institutions, start-ups, family businesses, regional headquarters and international organisations. Potential career opportunities include:
  • Financial Manager
  • Financial Consultant
  • Strategy and Finance Manager
  • Management Accountant
  • Corporate Finance Manager

If you’re still uncertain about whether an MBA is the right choice for you, our blog post discussing the pros and cons of choosing an MBA could help you out.

UE Campus in Dubai

If you are looking to study MBA Financial Management, Dubai is a powerful location to develop your business and finance career.
Studying in Dubai gives students exposure to a city known for success, innovation, entrepreneurship and international opportunity. The UE Dubai campus offers a modern, international learning environment where students can develop practical skills, build confidence and prepare for the next stage of their careers.
At UE Dubai, you benefit from applied teaching, small class sizes, personalised support and a university experience designed around employability.
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– Sarah Guettaf, Graduate

86%

of graduates find a job within 12 months after graduation

50%

of graduates find a job paying more than 50K EUR per annum

Source: Internal evaluation  among graduates of 2023

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At UE, partnerships help connect academic learning with professional practice. Through guest lectures, employer engagement, projects and networking opportunities, students gain insights into how businesses operate and what employers expect from future leaders.

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FAQ's

An MBA in Financial Management is a postgraduate business degree that helps students develop the skills needed to manage corporate finances, evaluate performance, support budgeting and forecasting, analyse financial data and make strategic business decisions.
At UE Dubai, the programme combines core MBA learning with specialist modules in Performance Management and Control and Advanced Corporate Reporting.

Yes. A master’s in financial management can be valuable if you want to build advanced skills in financial analysis, performance management, reporting, budgeting, leadership and strategic decision-making.
Studying at UE Dubai also gives you the opportunity to develop these skills in one of the world’s most international business environments.

To become a Financial Manager, you need strong knowledge of finance, accounting, reporting, budgeting, business analysis and leadership. Studying an MBA in Financial Management can help you build these skills while preparing you for management-level responsibilities. The MBA Financial Management at UE Dubai is designed to support professionals who want to progress into finance, controlling, consulting, reporting or business management roles.

The MBA with Specialisation in Financial Management is delivered across 3 semesters and awards 90 ECTS. The programme is taught in English and classes are typically scheduled between Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The MBA Financial Management programme at UE Dubai can open the door to careers such as Financial Manager, Financial Analyst, Financial Consultant, Management Accountant, Business Controller, Finance Business Partner, Corporate Reporting Specialist, Budget Manager and FP&A Specialist.
Graduates can apply their skills across industries including consulting, finance, technology, real estate, retail, logistics, entrepreneurship and multinational business.