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American University in Dubai/Programmes/Master of Arts in Leadership and Innovation in Contemporary Media

Master of Arts in Leadership and Innovation in Contemporary Media

MAPostgraduateMedia & Communication

About This Programme

A two-year, 30-credit professional programme for media professionals managing change in the media industry, emphasising emerging technologies, leadership and innovation in media business models, with a capstone project.

Course Highlights

  • Taught at AUD, ranked #620 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
  • US-accredited (SACSCOC) American credit degree taught in English
  • AUD reports around 92% graduate employment

What You'll Study

Taught full time, in person, on an American credit-hour system, in English.

Coursework

10 courses at 3 credits each, 30 credits over 2 years

Capstone

6 credits

  • Capstone Project6 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, with MoHESR attestation for degrees earned outside the UAE.
English: IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, or EmSAT English 1550 (exemptions for English-medium degrees).

Some programmes require a GMAT or GRE score, an interview or a portfolio.

Careers

Graduates pursue careers in journalism, media production, public relations, digital media and communication management.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

AUD is institutionally accredited in the United States by SACSCOC and licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Master of Arts

Start Date

September (Fall intake)

Typical Offer

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, with MoHESR attestation for degrees earned outside the UAE.

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Media & Communication

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Master of Arts

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 72,450/yr

Graduate applicants apply online with sealed bachelor's transcripts (min 3.0 GPA), English scores and a statement of objectives; some programmes require a GMAT/GRE score or an interview.

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Next intakes
SepJan

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