Around 30 hours of weekly contact time through lectures, small-group seminars and practical workshops, supplemented by self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework (reports, essays, group presentations and computer assignments) and exams, with the final degree weighted toward your later years.
An integrated foundation year building core business, quantitative and academic skills for degree-level study.
Build the foundations of management, economics, accounting, marketing and quantitative analysis, plus a module developing your academic and professional skills.
Develop strategic and applied management knowledge, with an optional module to begin shaping your specialism.
Plus one optional module (20 credits) from:
Apply your learning to emerging economies, crisis management and entrepreneurship, culminating in a major dissertation.
Plus one optional module (20 credits) from:
A foundation-entry pathway for students who need preparation before direct undergraduate entry.
The Careers Network in Dubai offers information, advice and guidance to help you identify options, develop skills and access opportunities. Graduates progress into advertising, banking, law, accounting, marketing, consulting and communications, as well as management consulting and entrepreneurship.
Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The Birmingham Business School holds triple-crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS), held by only the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
Award
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Start Date
September 2026
Typical Offer
BBC-BCC at A Level (foundation entry)
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Business & Finance
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Integrated foundation year, Single honours
AED 123,506/yr
Tuition is AED 123,506 for the foundation year, then AED 134922 per subsequent year. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.