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2 Best PhD Business Administration (MBA) Programs in the United Arab Emirates

There are 2 PhD Business Administration (MBA) programs in the United Arab Emirates, spread across 2 universities; the most common length is 4–6 years. Courses from University of Sharjah and American University in the Emirates come first, because those universities rank highest.

2PhD / Doctorate
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#21 in United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates

Doctorate in Business Administration

American University in the Emirates — The Doctorate in Business Administration program offered by the American University in the Emirates is designed for those aiming to escalate their careers in the complex...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Business Administration (MBA)

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How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of Sharjah at #328 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Sharjah has the largest research record in this group, with 1,081,529 citations and an h-index of 319.

What the courses look like

The usual length is 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). American University in the Emirates offers the widest choice, with 1 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United Arab Emirates for PhD Business Administration (MBA)?

University of Sharjah (QS World #328) and American University in the Emirates (#21 in United Arab Emirates) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a PhD Business Administration (MBA) course take in the United Arab Emirates?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years.

When do PhD Business Administration (MBA) courses start in the United Arab Emirates?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD Business Administration (MBA) courses in the United Arab Emirates?

American University in the Emirates, with 1, ahead of University of Sharjah (1).

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