[AIM HIGH] Executive Masters in Business Administration Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) One of the region s leading business schools (Dubai s top 3 MBAs Forbes ME 2012) A One Year Program Classes on Thursdays & Fridays www.imtdubai.ac.ae Specializations Project & Operations Management Marketing & Retail Management International Banking and Finance Human Resource Management
1 Why IMT Dubai? Internationally recognized degree Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research Licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority, Dubai Government Member of the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) Member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) Ranked as one of the region s leading business schools (Dubai s top 3 MBAs Forbes ME 2012) Outstanding faculty Academic scholarships for outstanding applicants On-campus accommodation with cafeteria Based in Dubai, one of the world s fastest growing tourism economies and host of Expo2020
Most people talk, we do things. They plan, we achieve. They hesitate, we move ahead. We are living proof that when human beings have the courage and commitment to transform a dream into reality, there is nothing that can stop them. Dubai is a living example of that. HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of U.A.E. and Ruler of Dubai IMT Dubai The Institute of Management Technology (IMT) Dubai was founded in 2006, and within a short span of time has emerged as a leading business school in the region offering high quality business programs. The institute is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE. With a high quality curriculum, outstanding faculty, world class infrastructure and facilities, students at IMT Dubai provided with a unique and challenging educational experience. International Memberships IMT Dubai is a member of the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), a premier professional accrediting organization for business programs in student centered colleges and universities throughout the world. This US based accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), the largest US accrediting body for accreditations in education. Brussels based European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), which is the umbrella organization for leading European business schools in charge of EQUIS accreditation European Association for International Education (EAIE), an organization that strives for internationalization of higher education The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the most reputed international body which accredits schools of business. It is regarded as the benchmark for business school quality among the academic community 2
3 IMT Dubai s Executive MBA is designed for those that want to excel in their career to a managerial level. The flexibility of the program means that you won t have to compromise you work, family or social life to gain a postgraduate degree. Aside from the academic experience, students are prepared for a great learning experience working with other students from different industries and backgrounds. We look forward to welcoming you at IMT Dubai, one of the region s leading Business Schools. Dr. Janakiraman Moorthy Director The Dubai Advantage As a truly global city, Dubai presents many advantages to students. Dubai has emerged in the last few years as the main business hub of the region covering not only the Middle East but also Central Asia as well as the Indian Sub-Continent. Dubai is also the ideal location for multi-national companies operating in the region with more than one-third of the World s Fortune 500 companies present. With a booming and largely diversified economy, the development of highly specialized industries, and the presence of prestigious companies, living and studying in Dubai is a definitive advantage. For students, it offers the opportunity to be exposed to a cosmopolitan and multicultural society with a large growth of employment opportunities, particularly for Business School graduates.
MoHESR Accredited 12-months intensive studies: Fast-track learning process Sessions on Thursdays and Fridays: Leaving time for work and family Why Study with IMT? Multiple concentrations: Fortifying general business studies Multi-cultural environment: International students, faculty and partners Dubai advantage: Thriving business and economic hub About the One Year Executive MBA Program 1 Year AED 60,000 for the full program Classes taught on Thursdays and Fridays The One Year EMBA program for working professionals is structured to meet the needs of executives who are working in the region. The purpose of this program is to provide working professionals with an opportunity to gain an MBA degree without compromising their career obligations and family responsibilities. Our Executive MBA program is an alternative to our full time MBA program aimed to provide working professionals added knowledge of business processes, functions and strategies, putting you on the fast track towards leadership. The program introduces students to new ideas and concepts with a focus on practical application. By the end of the program students are equipped with the tools to improve their company s performance, giving access to experience and professional expertise of lecturers and other peers studying on the program. Class Schedule: Thursday: 5PM to 10PM and Friday: 9AM to 6PM (including prayer and lunch break) Four Areas of Specialization: IMT Dubai offers four areas of specialization for the EMBA program: 1. Project & Operations Management 2. Marketing & Retail Management 3. International Banking and Finance 4. Human Resource Management 4
5 PROGRAM PROFILES (September 2013) Student Age 11% 30% Student Nationality 5% 3% 3% 59% 39% 50% 30 OR LESS 31-40 41+ Years of Work Experience UAE Other Asia Europe Faculty Nationality Middle East USA 5% 16% 27% 27% 27% 22% 13% 13% 20% 5 or less 6-10 11-20 20+ Europe Middle East America Australia Other Asia Program Structure This program, delivered over a period of twelve months comprises of subjects that are essential for managerial excellence. The Program includes five modules, each strategically developed to compound the understanding of various management concepts. The five modules are as below: Module 1 Foundations of Business 1. Economics for Business 2. Accounting for Decision Making 3. Data and Decision Making 4. Business Informatics Module 2 Managing the Functional Areas 5. Marketing Management 6. Financial Management 7. Operations Management Module 3 Managing People and Organizations 8. Organizational Behavior 9. Legal Aspects of Business 10. Business Communication 11. Business Ethics & Corporate Governance Module 4 Leadership & Strategy 12. International Business Strategy 13. Strategic Management 14. Business Research Methodology Module 5 Concentrations 15. Elective 1 16. Elective 2 17. Elective 3/Project 1 18. Elective 4/Project 2
The following are electives under each specialization. Students can choose any four electives in the area of their specialization. Specialization in International Banking & Finance Course Name Credits Financial Markets and Institutions 2 Financial Statement Analysis 2 International Banking Management 2 International Finance 2 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management 2 Islamic Banking and Finance 2 Advanced Corporate Finance 2 Derivatives Securities 2 Mergers and Acquisitions 2 Risk Management and Insurance 2 Strategic Cost Management 2 Specialization in Human Resource Management Course Name Credits Staffing in Organizations 2 Training & Development 2 Career & Competency Management 2 Performance Management 2 Compensation & Benefits 2 Organization Development & Change 2 Strategic Human Resource Management 2 Psychological Testing 2 Cross-cultural Management 2 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution 2 Specialization in Marketing & Retail Management Course Name Credits Advanced Marketing Research & Analysis 2 Consumer Behavior 2 Integrated Marketing Communication 2 Brand Management 2 Marketing of Services 2 Business to Business Marketing 2 Pricing Strategy 2 Sales & Distribution Management 2 Retail Management 2 Customer Relationship Management 2 International Marketing 2 Digital Marketing Strategy 2 Specialization in Project & Operations Management Course Name Credits Project Management 2 Supply Chain Management 2 Total Quality Management 2 Procurement and Inventory Management 2 Operations Strategy 2 Service Operations Management 2 Project Appraisal & Financing 2 Lean Systems and Six Sigma 2 Management of Technology and Innovation 2 Business Analytics 2 Logistics Management 2 6
7 Entry Requirements: Good Academic Standing Applicants for the Executive MBA program must have an undergraduate degree (Bachelor s degree) from an accredited university with a CGPA of 3.0 and above on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent (50%+ overall average). Applicants with lower scores may be required to meet the academic panel and admission will be decided based on the panel recommendation. Proficiency in English Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take an English Proficiency Test. The minimum required score for TOEFL is 550 (paper-based) and 79(internet based) or an IELTS band of 6.0. This requirement is not essential if the applicant has received their Undergraduate degree from a university requiring a TOEFL of 500 or its equivalent test score approved by MOHESR, UAE and can provide proof of this. Work Experience Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years world experience after the completion of their bachelor degree in order to be eligible. Applicants with less may be eligible to join IMT Dubai s 2 Year MBA designed for fresh graduates. What our students have to say I am acquiring the essential skills and knowledge that will qualify me for expanding my family owned school in India with international business standards. Ann Rochyne Thomas India Academic Administrator, Toc-H Public Schools My desire to gain a higher management degree is well served with this one-year EMBA program. Yahya Al-Sulaimani Manager of ADX Registry Services, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange My years of business experience in the service industry in the UAE were enhanced with the knowledge i have gained from this program. Abdallah Zeidan USA Assistant Vice-President ADCB
The peer-to-peer learning process proved beneficial for acquiring new techniques which directly contributed to my work. Mohammed Al-Jesmi UAE General Manager, Sajgas, Dana Gas The EMBA is helping me with the dayto-day tasks of running a group of 28 companies with around 25,000 employees. Amer Al-Mansouri UAE Chairman Al-Mansouri 3B Group I am gaining business and management know-how to establish my own business Oasha Al-Suwaidi UAE Human Resource Officer, Danway LLC 8
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