Georgetown University – McDonough School of Business
About
Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business offers a new Master’s in International Business and Policy (IBP) in Dubai (starting September 2025) that combines business strategy with international affairs and policy. It is delivered jointly by McDonough + the School of Foreign Service. It also runs an Executive MBA program tailored for working professionals in the MENASA region (Middle East, North Africa & South Asia). The EMBA is designed to allow executives to continue working while learning, with monthly residencies in Dubai and some global modules The Dubai programs are offered through DIFC Academy (Dubai International Financial Centre), which is a prime business/finance hub. This gives students proximity to global banks, international firms, regulatory bodies, and policy organisations. The modular/residency-based structure means some parts of the study are held in Dubai, while others are in Washington, D.C. or Jakarta, etc. This gives exposure and networking across global centres. Also, class schedules are designed for working professionals.
AccreditationOfficial recognition that the institution meets certain standards of quality.
Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; Dubai programs are licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education and awaiting program accreditation.
HousingAvailability of on-campus or affiliated student accommodation.
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How to Apply to Georgetown University – McDonough School of Business
Apply to Georgetown University – McDonough School of Business through UAE College — upload your documents once and apply to multiple universities simultaneously. Georgetown University – McDonough School of Business has waived application fees for UAE College applicants.
