Course Outline

The programme is designed for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in international business, economic, and legal trends and developments within the Gulf Region and the Middle East. Topics covered in the Dubai Law School Programme include:

• Dubai: Commercial and financial Hub in the Middle East
• Banking in the Middle East and Introduction to Islamic Banking
• Logistics, Aviation, and Hospitality
• Management in the Middle East
• Start-Up in the Middle East and Corporate Law
• Media and Cultural Management in the Middle East
• Arabic Language Introduction

Dubai: Commercial and financial Hub in the Middle East

Dubai is one of the most important commercial and financial hubs in Middle East and North Africa (MENA). It provides a highly sophisticated infrastructure for banking, capital markets, asset management, private wealth management, and Islamic finance. Additionally, it is a trading hub and a place to do business since more than 100 years. Lots of free-trade zones have been founded in Dubai, and many multi-national companies (MNCs) set up their regional headquarters in the city.

Partners and faculty for this topic (selection):

Dubai Chamber of Commerce
Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC)
Dubai International Financial Center Courts (DIFC Courts)
Dubai Internet City
Dubai Aluminum (DUBAL)
Booz & Company

Banking in the Middle East and Introduction to Islamic Banking

Islamic finance is now one of the world’s fastest-growing economic sectors. It comprises more than 400 institutions with assets under management in excess of US$ 1 trillion. Islamic finance refers to a system of banking or banking activity that is consistent with the principles of Islamic law (Sharia) and its practical application through the development of Islamic banking and finance. You will learn about Islamic banking and finance and how it’s different from conventional economics.

Partners and faculty for this topic (selection):

Dubai Financial Market
Mashreqbank (largest private bank in Dubai)
UBS
Emirates NBD
NASDAQ Dubai
JP Morgan

Logistics, Aviation, and Hospitality Management in the Middle East

Logistics is the management of the flow of goods, information and other resources between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet the requirements of customers. With the famous airline Emirates and its newly expanded international airport, Dubai is already the most important logistics hub in the Middle East. To keep that position it developed in the last couple of years the worlds largest free trade zone including Jebel Ali Port and the construction site of the world’s biggest airport, Dubai World Central, with a future yearly capacity of 160 million passengers. You will learn about the importance of Dubai as one of the major logistic hubs worldwide. Dubai is also internationally well known for its highest level of hospitality management. Many 5-star hotels are located here and Jumeirah, the world’s famous luxury hotel chain is headquartered in the city. The seven star hotel Burj Al Arab is also located in Dubai. Learn more with us how the hospitality industry is working.

Partners and faculty for this topic (selection):

FedEx
Dubai World Central
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management

Start-Up in the Middle East and Corporate Law

You will learn about the Dubai market. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Dubai market and where the opportunities are for entrepreneurs.

Partners and faculty for this topic (selection):

Allen & Overy
Clifford Chance
Norton Rose

Media and Cultural Management in the Middle East

When doing business in the Middle East, it is wise to bear in mind the great diversity within the region. However, a common religion, language, and culture make the highlighting of general traits and features for the region valid.

Partners and faculty for this topic (selection):

BBC World
Rolls-Royce Group
U.S. Consulate General in Dubai
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
CBL International

Arabic Language Introduction

Integrated to your study abroad programme in Dubai, you will experience an introduction to the Arabic language. Spoken by over 280 million people worldwide, you will be picking up some basic phrases and expressions. The modules will not only give you an insight into the language, but also of the old and rich Arabic culture.

Partners for this topic (selection):

Excellence in Education Language School
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management

Higher Colleges of Technology

All lectures are held in English by Professors from Higher Colleges of Technology (Dubai Women’s College). Higher Colleges of Technology is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). A distinguished selection of professors are involved in each session including:

• Dr. Monica Gallant
• Dr. Indrani Hazarika
• Dr. Johan de Klerk
• Dr. Mysoon Otoum
• Phil Brear LLM
• Fahmida Habib
• Jaishree Asarpota

In addition, managers and lawyers will give presentations to aspects of their every-day business in Dubai.

Learn more about Schedules & Fees and Course Location.