Heriot-Watt University

MBA Master of Business Administration with a Specialism in Professional Practice

Heriot-Watt UniversityDubai, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MBA with a Specialism in Professional Practice at Heriot-Watt University is more than just a degree—it’s a transformative experience designed to elevate careers and drive global impact. At Edinburgh Business School, we don’t just keep pace with the future; we define it!

Key highlights

  • Designed specifically for working professionals seeking career-focused development
  • Delivered 100% online with flexible, self-paced study
  • Start anytime and apply learning immediately to your workplace
  • Combines academic study with practical, real-world impact on organisations

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2nd class — or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount Scheme

    A 20% discount is applicable to postgraduate taught courses across all of our global campuses.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Coaching Scholarships Programme

    Varies – up to a 100% Tuition fee Reduction (dependent on experience and number of coaching hours across the year).

  • Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence

    The Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence awards the successful recipient(s) with a 20% reduction on their tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Remission of Fees (Families of Staff)

    Please contact the provider.

  • Staff Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • The Brodie Family Scholarship (PGT)

    The Brodie Family Scholarship provides financial support of £2,500 per year (or £2,000 per year for students enrolled in a five-year programme) to four undergraduate students.

  • The Island Scholarship Programme - Orkney Campus (UK) (International)

  • The New Dawn Energy Scholarship

    The New Dawn Energy Scholarship provides £1900 towards living costs to two students enrolling on our MSc in Petroleum Engineering in September 2026.

    Up to £1,900

Careers this course leads to

  • General Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Business Development Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Project Manager
  • Strategy Manager

Cost of study

International: Full Time: AED 132,000; Part Time: AED 66,000

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Heriot-Watt University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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