About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
The University of Bradford has announced itsfor the 2026/27 academic year, offering automatic tuition fee discounts to students enrolling in its Executive MBA (Dubai) programme.
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The scholarship initiative is designed to improve access to postgraduate while promoting greater gender diversity in executive leadership. Women enrolling in the programme will receive a higher tuition fee discount to help address the historical underrepresentation of women on the University’s MBA programmes.
The scholarships are available to all eligible new students joining the Executive MBA (Dubai) programme for the 2026/27 academic session.
Scholarship Benefits
The Executive MBA Scholarship is awarded as a direct reduction in tuition fees rather than as a cash payment.
Scholarship awards include:
Women applicants
35% tuition fee reduction
Tuition payable: £16,944.85
Other eligible students
25% tuition fee reduction
Tuition payable: £19,551.75
The automatic tuition discount helps reduce the financial cost of pursuing an internationally recognised Executive MBA qualification.
Eligibility Criteria
The scholarship is available to:
New students enrolling for the 2026/27 academic session
Students admitted to the Executive MBA (Dubai) programme
There are no separate academic competition requirements beyond meeting the University’s admission criteria for the programme.
Applicable Programme
The scholarship applies exclusively to:
Executive MBA (Dubai)
The Executive MBA is designed for working professionals seeking to strengthen their leadership, strategic management, and business decision-making capabilities while continuing their careers.
Automatic Scholarship Award
One of the key features of the Executive MBA Scholarship is its streamlined application process.
Eligible students do not need to submit a separate scholarship application.
Instead:
Scholarships are awarded automatically upon enrolment
Tuition fee reductions are applied directly to eligible students
No additional scholarship forms or supporting documents are required
This simplified process enables students to benefit from financial support without an additional application stage.
Supporting Gender Diversity in Business Leadership
The University of Bradford notes that women have historically been underrepresented across its MBA programmes
The enhanced scholarship for women forms part of the University’s broader commitment to promoting:
Gender equality in higher education
Greater representation of women in executive leadership
Increased access to postgraduate business qualifications
Inclusive learning environments
By reducing financial barriers, the University hopes to encourage more women to pursue advanced business education and leadership opportunities.
Flexible Executive Education in Dubai
The Executive MBA (Dubai) is delivered on a part-time basis, allowing professionals to balance postgraduate study with ongoing career responsibilities.
The programme is designed for experienced professionals seeking to:
Develop strategic leadership capabilities
Enhance management expertise
Expand international business knowledge
Strengthen executive decision-making skills
Advance into senior leadership positions
The scholarship supports professionals looking to invest in their career development while benefiting from flexible study arrangements.
Conclusion
The University of Bradford’s Executive MBA Scholarship for the 2026/27 academic year provides automatic tuition fee discounts to new students joining its Dubai-based Executive MBA programme. With enhanced financial support for women and generous tuition reductions for all eligible students, the initiative aims to improve access to executive education while encouraging greater gender diversity in business leadership.
Prospective students interested in the Executive MBA (Dubai) programme will automatically receive the applicable scholarship upon enrolment, making it easier to begin their postgraduate studies with reduced tuition costs.
How to apply