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Masters in Finance in Dubai
A master's in Finance covers corporate finance, investments, financial modelling and risk — a pre-experience alternative to an MBA for finance careers. Here is how studying it in Dubai works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 2 universities compared
- From ₹28 lakh – ₹37 lakh
- Intakes: September (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Finance in Dubai: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Finance in Dubai usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 2 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹28 lakh – ₹37 lakh (UOWD) to ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh (Birmingham Dubai). After graduating: graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa.
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Masters in Finance in Dubai at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ AED 40,000 – 100,000 per year
- Living costs
- ≈ AED 3,000 – 6,000 per month
- Typical budget
- ₹12–28 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September (main), January (many universities)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa
Overview
Why study Finance in Dubai?
A master's in Finance covers corporate finance, investments, financial modelling and risk — a pre-experience alternative to an MBA for finance careers.
Dubai offers UK, US and Australian degrees close to home, large Indian community and a short flight back and strong job market in business, logistics and tourism.
Universities
Universities for Finance in Dubai
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Specialisations
Popular Finance specialisations
Corporate Finance
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Financial Risk
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Fintech
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Quantitative Finance
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Com/BBA
- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE or B.Sc with strong maths
- Bachelor's: BA Economics
- Prerequisite: Accounting basics
- Prerequisite: Statistics
- Prerequisite: Excel
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Finance in Dubai
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Dubai offers UK, US and Australian degrees close to home. Typical roles afterwards include Financial Analyst, Investment Banking Analyst and Risk Analyst.
On our list: UOWD and Birmingham Dubai.
From ₹28 lakh – ₹37 lakh at UOWD up to ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Com/BBA, b.Tech/BE or B.Sc with strong maths and BA Economics, with accounting basics, statistics and excel, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa. During your studies: part-time work with university permission and an approved work permit.
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