Master of Arts in Leadership and Innovation in Contemporary Media
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.
Summary of degree requirements
30 credit hours in total.
- Common Core12 credits
- Advanced Electives18 credits
Common Core
12 credit hours required.
- MAIA 600 Fundamentals of International Relations3 credits
- MAIA 610 Research Methodology in Social Sciences3 credits
- MAIA 620 International Policy Analysis3 credits
- MAIA 690 Master Thesis3 credits
International Law and Conflicts in the Middle East
6 credit hours required.
- MAIA 640 Theory and Practice of Diplomacy3 credits
- MAIA 642 Cultural Diplomacy and Soft Power3 credits
Global Governance and Sustainability (GGS)
6 credit hours required.
Choose 6 credit hours from:
- MAIA 650 Environmental Governance and Sustainability3 credits
- MAIA 652 Migration Governance and Humanitarianism3 credits
- MAIA 660 Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development3 credits
- MAIA 665 Public Health and Sustainable Development3 credits
Security Studies (SEC)
- MAIA 670 Conflict Resolution Strategies in Theory and Practice3 credits
- MAIA 675 War and Technology in the 21st Century3 credits
- MAIA 682 Transnational Trafficking3 credits
- MAIA 685 Human Security and the Middle East3 credits
Entry Requirements
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 144,900 total
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.