The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the Arab Open University (AOU), awarded by The Open University (OU), United Kingdom, is a professionally oriented and academically rigorous programme postgraduate programme designed to develop strategic leaders capable of operating effectively in complex and dynamic business environments. The programme integrates academic rigour with practical application, enabling experienced professionals to enhance their managerial competence, critical thinking, and decision-making capabilities. The MBA is structured around a common postgraduate capability framework that ensures a strong foundation in strategic management, value creation, financial decision-making, organisational leadership, and ethical practice.
Admission Requirements
All applicants must satisfy the AOU admission requirements for graduate studies which include:
- A bachelor’s degree in the relevant field from an accredited institution or an equivalent degree as evaluated by the Ministry of Higher Education in the concerned branch country.
- Applicant should have a minimum of one year of relevant professional experience after his/her undergraduate degree or minimum of two years of relevant professional experience prior (during) to his/her undergraduate study.
- Graduate Testing (GMAT OR GRE) are typically waived but may be required based upon an applicant's undergraduate GPA.
- A minimum score of ¬ 500 on the TOEFL or 6.0 on the IELTS with preference to be given to the applicants who score more than 500 on the TOEFL or more than 6.0 on the IELTS. This requirement will be waived for students who have completed their undergraduate studies at an accredited English-speaking educational institution.
- Applicant should not have been dismissed, for academic reasons, from the programme to which he/she is applying.
Required Documents for Admission
- Application Form
- Official Transcripts
- Work Resume
- Admission Test Scores.
Note: The files of all admitted students shall be attested by the Higher Education Council, and accordingly all students shall be provided with a HEC ID number once approved.
Fields of Profession
Graduates of the OU-AOU MBA program General (Track) should be able to apply their new knowledge to their previous work experience. As a result, they will be able to integrate their knowledge and apply it to new situations in the real world. To deal with complex situations, students will be able to challenge preconceptions and break down subject and functional barriers. They'd be especially good at analysing, synthesizing, and solving complex, unstructured business problems. They must also be able to effectively communicate their findings. They'd learn how to put determined solutions into action in a timely and effective manner. As a result, students will have well-developed interpersonal skills and will be able to communicate effectively with a variety of specialists.
Method of delivery
The method of teaching for all Faculty of Business Studies programmes is blended learning.
To earn a Master's degree, students must successfully complete 48 credit hours in the following manner
Requirement Type
| Cr.
|
Specialization Requirements / Mandatory
| 28
|
| Specialization Requirements / Electives | 8 |
Dissertation
| 12 |
Notes:- Student must score a GPA of at least 3.00 out of 4.00.
- To graduate in two years, students should complete 12 credit hours each academic year
Two Years Study Plan 
AOUBH HQ-FBS-MBA.A v.1.pdf
Details of Study Plan AOUBH HQ-FBS-MBA.B v.1.pdf
