Executive MBA (Operations and Supply Chain Management)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
EMBA
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
AED 114,125 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Why Choose MDX Dubai For Your Executive MBA – Operations And Supply Chain Management?
The Middlesex Executive MBA with Operations and Supply Chain Management Pathway is designed for professionals who want to lead and optimise the systems that power global business. This specialist pathway allows you to tailor your MBA to focus on areas such as logistics, procurement, process improvement, and sustainable supply chain strategies, equipping you with the tools to drive efficiency, resilience, and innovation across complex operational networks.
Dubai is a strategic global hub for trade, logistics, and supply chain innovation. Its world-class infrastructure and international connectivity provide an ideal environment to explore best practices, cutting-edge technologies, and the evolving challenges of managing operations in a globalised economy.
If you're ready to strengthen your leadership in operations, enhance supply chain performance, and prepare your organisation for the future, then the Executive MBA with Operations and Supply Chain Management Pathway is the right next step in your professional growth.
International Immersion Programme
As part of the MDX MBA journey, students participate in an immersive international experience in Paris and Milan - two of Europe’s most influential hubs for business, innovation, and design.
Why Paris & Milan?
These iconic cities are more than cultural capitals - they’re dynamic centres of entrepreneurship, luxury, fashion, and global strategy. Over the course of the immersion, you'll gain firsthand exposure to:
- European business models and leadership practices
- Innovation ecosystems and start-up cultures
- The intersection of design thinking and strategic management
- Luxury brand management and sustainable business in action
Career Support
As an Executive MBA student, you will have full access to our Careers and Employability Services. Whether you are pursuing an MBA to accelerate progression in your current industry or you wish to make a transition, our Careers team will provide support and resources to support you on your MBA journey.
Programme Modules
The Executive MBA programme consists of six taught modules (20 credits each) and a 60-credit Capstone project. There are four core modules which are consistent across all MBA pathways, focusing on essential competencies crucial for business professionals. You will also complete two pathway/optional modules. All students also participate in a vibrant co-curricular programme of executive skill development workshops and applied learning experiences through the Personal and Professional Development module.
Core Modules
- Strategy and Innovation – Compulsory
- Leadership – Compulsory
- Financial and Economic Analysis – Compulsory
- Marketing Management in a Digital Age – Compulsory
- Capstone – Compulsory
- Personal and Professional Development
- Global Business Immersion
Pathway Modules
This pathway is focused towards providing you with a deeper understanding of how operations and logistics contribute towards improving efficiency, responsiveness and profitability of an organisation. You will study the following two modules:
Global Operations Management – Compulsory
This module aims to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of how global operations and supply chain management contribute to the strategic success of organisations worldwide. Through this module, you will explore the complexities and challenges of managing operations in a global context. Students will gain insights into best practices for designing, implementing, and managing efficient and effective global supply chains, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions that improve operational efficiency and competitive advantage of firms in the global marketplace.
Supply Chain Innovation, Analytics, and Technology – Compulsory
This module aims to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the role of innovation, analytics, and technology in modern supply chain management. It focuses on how these elements drive efficiency, sustainability, and competitive advantage in global supply chains. The module will cover emerging trends in supply chain technology, the application of analytics for decision-making, and the integration of innovative practices for enhanced supply chain performance. Students will learn to leverage these tools to address complex supply chain challenges in a rapidly evolving business environment.
Please note: Both core and optional modules are constantly updated and reviewed. A module may change or may not be offered in a particular academic year, for reasons such as too few students choosing that particular module or the module requiring academic review. Middlesex University Dubai reserves the right to vary or withdraw any course or module at any time.
Our Executive MBA programme will be delivered at our Dubai Knowledge Park campus during the weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
Our teaching methodology revolves around active engagement, placing you at the heart of your learning experience. You'll participate actively in various learning, teaching, and assessment methods within small group settings.
A key highlight of our Executive MBA programme is its diverse learning approach, incorporating formal lectures, case study analyses, guided and independent research, workshops, debates, student presentations, simulations, and role-playing exercises. We employ a range of techniques to enhance both your cognitive and practical skills while assessing your grasp of fundamental concepts and theoretical knowledge. Group projects further cultivate your teamwork abilities, providing a realistic organisational context to refine your interpersonal skills and leadership capabilities.