Student Exchange, Study Abroad and Study Tour Programs
The College of Business international study programs offer visiting students a unique educational opportunity to participate in academic, industry, cultural, and social life in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). As an international student within the College of Business, you will join the top business school in UAE, accredited by AACSB and EQUIS and ranked number one in the UAE and number two in the region in the Times Higher Education rankings (2023). You will enjoy the excitement of studying with a diverse student group-we have vibrant campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Dubai and students from more than 60 nationalities.
International Officer of College of Business
Why Study at College of Business?
Ranked 151 - 175, first in the UAE and joint second in the GCC and Arab region
Ranked in the top 550 globally, fourth nationally, and second among private universities in the UAE
Innovative and industry-driven program offerings
2,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students from more than 60 nationalities
Flexible schedules to suit working students
On-campus accommodation available for students
Globally Accredited (EQUIS & AACSB)
Fully accredited in the UAE and the US (WASC)
Member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society
Global partnerships with top universities
High-level preparation for professional certifications
Diverse faculty from top international universities
Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which makes us part of the elite group of 1% of business schools worldwide
Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which makes us part of the elite group of 1% of business schools worldwide
Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which makes us part of the elite group of 1% of business schools worldwide
Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which makes us part of the elite group of 1% of business schools worldwide
Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which makes us part of the elite group of 1% of business schools worldwide
Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which makes us part of the elite group of 1% of business schools worldwide
UAE’s Leading Business School
UAE’s top Business School-our’ international accreditations include AACSB and EQUIS, we are ranked number one in the UAE and number two in the region and have numerous partnerships with the best business schools in the world. This will guarantee that you will experience a top-quality, internationally recognized-academic program.
Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Business Administration with major in
- Accounting
- Human Resource Management
- Finance
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Management
- Digital Marketing Communications
Postgraduate Programs
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) focused on
- Aviation Management
- Human Resource Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Management
- Finance
- Insurance and Risk Management
- Tourism and Event
- Organizational Excellence & Quality Management
- Master of Strategic Leadership
- Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Credit Transfer
Abu Dhabi University will provide an official transcript of course grades for your home institution. The home institution decides on credits to be awarded for modules pursued at ADU’s College of Business.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible, students should hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 and an IELTS score of 6 and above.
Research & Events
All College of Business faculty is research-active. Seventy-six faculty projects from the College have received internal and external research funding over the last few years from organizations such as Abu Dhabi Educational Council,
National Research Foundation, Al Hosn Gas, Emirates Foundation, and Google.
In addition, the key initiatives of the College of Business in this area include:
- Annual International Conference of Management (ICOM): The College organizes the annual International Conference of Management (ICOM) in partnership with various reputed international journals. It is one of the biggest academic conferences in the region.
- Organizing Winter and Summer camps for high school students.
- The Smart Cities Forum in collaboration with Dubai Economic Department.
Student Activities
The College organizes a wide variety of social, artistic, educational, cultural, environmental, athletic, and business programs and competitions. Students in the College of Business have won awards at many national competitions in the UAE, such as the Undergraduate Research Competition, IDEA Factor, Business for Better, the Stock Market Competition, CIMA - Accounting Competitions, and Ernst and Young Excellence Award in Accounting/ Finance.
Application and Deadlines
Students must apply through the link
For more information and support on inbound exchange programs, please contact Mr. Ibrahim Odhabi at gmh@adu.ac.ae
For the most up-to-date information regarding deadlines, please check ADU's official calendar
Visa and Immigration
For further information regarding the Visas, please click here
Testimonials
"It is an honor to be a part of Abu Dhabi University (ADU) and to graduate from College of Business Administration with a distinguished Doctorate degree. I had chosen ADU about 5 years back for my apex degree and I was amazingly surprised by the warmth and care of the University administration and faculty members as I stepped in. I enjoyed every bit of my DBA classes and meetings with my encouraging, well informed, patient and professional faculty members. I have learnt a great deal, expanded my horizons, and established the foundations for success in my career. Thank You! ADU for making my educational journey unique, rewarding and enjoyable.”
Dr. Saeed Khalfan Al Kaabi from the UAE
Doctor of Business Administration
ADU was one of the most significant stations in my journey. It provided me with ample opportunities to invest my time and energy in various extracurricular activities such as research, competitions, sports, and volunteering. I used to enjoy spending my time on campus using the available facilities. I am immensely grateful for the professors who acted as mentors and provided me with their knowledge and support, helping me identify my goals and achieve them in my career path. As a graduate in Business Administration, I am delighted that my BBA degree is double accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which is a distinction only 1% of business schools worldwide have achieved.
Sara Kittaneh
Bachelor of Business Administration Graduate
International Student Visits
The College of Business has agreements to host students from universities across the world for several days duration. The visit includes sessions from faculty on a wide range of topics related to doing business in the Middle East, industry visits, interacting with the host students, and visits to important cultural destinations in the UAE.
For further details, please contact Dr. Kiran Nair, Internationalization Officer, on kiran.nair@adu.ac.ae or call 02 5015235 .
ADU Student Housing and Residence Life
Discover different cultures, meet new people, and establish life-long friendships with all the conveniences of home in Abu Dhabi University dorms.
Our segregated facilities are perfectly located on campus with access to a range of recreational facilities, shopping centers, and food outlets. There is transportation for shopping trips, and other public transportation facilities are also available and easy to use.
ADU Student Housing offers various residential options ranging from private to double shared occupancy. For the academic year 2021-2022, 163 and 173 rooms are available in the Female Dormitory and Male Dormitory, respectively.
For further information regarding ADU's residence, please click here
How to Apply to ADU Student Housing
- Secure a room and confirm the cost by sending an email to studenthousing@adu.ac.ae with your name, ID, contact number, required room type, and joining semester/term or period.
- Then, click 'How To Apply' and click on the application that matches your status.
- For assistance, send an email to studenthousing@adu.ac.ae. or call 025015680.
