Diploma of Business Administration — Study Online from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Imagine advancing your career from Abu Dhabi while earning a respected British qualification designed for global impact. Delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, the Diploma of Business Administration empowers you with contemporary management theory you can apply across industries and borders—without pressing pause on your life or work.
Whether you are building momentum in a dynamic role or preparing for your next leadership step, this flexible online programme lets you study on your terms. Learn alongside an international community, guided by expert faculty, and graduate with a credential that signals readiness for opportunity anywhere.
Earn a British degree recognised internationally
A British business qualification carries weight across markets, cultures, and industries. Your diploma is awarded by the University of Cumbria and delivered with Robert Kennedy College, reflecting academic rigor, quality assurance, and a modern curriculum that equips you to lead, manage, and innovate.
From multinational employers to ambitious startups, organisations value a British award for its clarity of standards and global credibility. Your diploma travels with you—opening doors, reinforcing your profile, and validating your capabilities wherever your career takes you.
Fast-track your success in as little as 9 months
Accelerate your trajectory without compromising your commitments. This programme can be completed 100% online in as little as 9 months, enabling you to apply fresh insights to your role immediately and to step confidently into new responsibilities sooner.
The focused structure helps you concentrate on what matters: decision-making, leadership, operations, strategy, and the practical tools that deliver results. Each module is purposefully designed so you can learn, implement at work, and build momentum fast.
No fixed lecture times
Your time is valuable. This programme does not require online presence at specific times and dates, so you can study whenever you are most productive—early mornings, late evenings, or between meetings.
Asynchronous learning allows you to pace your progress around work cycles, family life, and travel. You remain in control: pause, replay, and review materials as needed, and engage in discussions when it suits your schedule.
Study anywhere—even offline—with our mobile app
Wherever life takes you, your learning comes along. You can study from anywhere in the world, and our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline—perfect for days when connectivity is limited.
From airport lounges to the daily commute, from quiet corners at home to time on the move, your programme remains accessible. Stay on track and turn small pockets of time into meaningful progress.
Open-book assessments that reflect real work
Real leaders don’t memorise—they solve problems. Our open book assessments replace classical question/answer exams with practical tasks that mirror how decisions are made in the workplace.
You will synthesise information, apply frameworks, and build evidence-based recommendations. This approach strengthens critical thinking and ensures your work is directly relevant to the challenges you face on the job.
Learn from world-class faculty
Be mentored by tutors and faculty who graduated from renowned institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. They bring deep academic expertise and real-world insight to every interaction.
Expect constructive, actionable feedback and support that helps you elevate your thinking, refine your analysis, and confidently translate ideas into results.
A truly global classroom
Join a diverse cohort of professionals from over 130 countries. The perspectives you encounter will broaden your understanding of markets, leadership styles, and ways of working—enriching your learning and your professional network.
Our alumni community includes professionals contributing to leading organisations such as Raffles World Academy, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony.
Invest at your pace with interest-free instalments
Plan with confidence. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, making it easier to invest in your development while managing cash flow.
This payment flexibility helps you balance professional and personal priorities while you build qualifications that can accelerate your career growth.
Why this diploma matters in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi’s economy is evolving rapidly—from energy leadership to diversification across advanced industries. With major players in energy and renewables, as well as a strong focus on sustainability and technology, the Diploma of Business Administration enhances your impact in strategy, operations, project management, and governance. You’ll be prepared to contribute to high-stakes initiatives, optimise performance, and lead cross-functional teams with confidence.
The emirate’s dynamic public sector, large-scale infrastructure projects, and global partnerships demand managers who can navigate complexity, align stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes. The programme equips you with tools for planning, procurement, risk, performance measurement, and change management—skills that translate directly into value across government entities, semi-government organisations, and transformation offices.
Across finance and professional services, trade and logistics, aviation and hospitality, and real estate and development, businesses seek leaders who combine strategic thinking with operational excellence. From ADGM and the ADX ecosystem to world-class tourism and cultural destinations, your enhanced capabilities in leadership, marketing, service design, and data-informed decision-making can help you progress into roles with broader responsibility and regional visibility.
Ready to take the next step from Abu Dhabi? Request our course catalogue and discover how this online Diploma of Business Administration can help you achieve more—on your schedule, from where you are.