IIM Ahmedabad Launches Executive MBA at Dubai Campus

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has announced the launch of its two‑year Executive MBA programme at its Dubai campus, marking a significant expansion of its offerings in the UAE. The programme is designed for senior professionals across India and the Gulf who want to strengthen their leadership and strategic management skills without taking a career break.

🎓 Programme Highlights

• Structure: Six terms over two years, combining weekend in‑person classes in Dubai with a seven‑day residency at IIMA Ahmedabad and an international immersion.
• Capstone Project: Faculty‑supervised executive project tackling real‑world business challenges.
• Curriculum: AI‑integrated learning, case‑based pedagogy, and focus on strategic decision‑making, cross‑functional management, and leadership in technology‑driven businesses.
• Global Context: Responds to Gulf businesses adapting to AI and workforce shifts — with the World Economic Forum predicting 41% of UAE workers’ core skills will change by 2030.
• Alumni Network: Access to IIMA’s global alumni chapters in the UAE, India, and beyond.

🧑‍💼 Admission Criteria

• Minimum six years of post‑graduation work experience, including three years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Valid scores from IIMA Admission Test, GMAT Focus, Executive Assessment, or GRE.
• Applications are now open.

💡 Why It Matters

Professor Bharat Bhasker, Director of IIMA, emphasized that professionals today need to lead with strategic depth and global outlook, and this programme is tailored for those already holding senior responsibilities across interconnected India–Gulf markets.

✨ For aspirants: This launch signals how AI‑driven leadership and global exposure are becoming central to management education. An Executive MBA from IIMA’s Dubai campus can open pathways to senior roles in consulting, strategy, and technology‑driven enterprises.