Opportunity Description
Run under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Business Associates program offers outstanding and ambitious graduates an unrivaled and fully funded opportunity to study and work in Dubai-based companies.
This dynamic and multicultural hub for global commerce is an ideal city to develop future global leaders. The DBA program serves as a bridge between higher education and the professional world, as well as between cultures.
Employing an experiential and project-based learning approach, the DBA program is a transformative experience for associates, who develop career-enhancing consulting skills and gain practical insight into the world of work.
The program has been carefully crafted and combines hard business skills, soft skills, consulting skills, and practical work experience over a period of 9 months, which are delivered through:
- Academic modules
- Placements
- Strategy consulting
Throughout the program, associates attend master classes with industry leaders and CEOs, undergo skills development training, attend cultural events and excursions, and are assigned a career coach and life coach.
The Dubai Business Associates program is managed by Falcon and Associates, a company established in 2009 by Ruler’s Decree to tell the story of Dubai to the world. Falcon’s pillars of business include education, sport, and events.
Summary of the 2026 Dubai Business Associates Program
- Type: Accelerator Program
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Duration: 9 Months
- Number of Seats: Each cohort typically consists of around 30–40 associates
- Eligible Countries: All
- Benefits: Accommodation, Flight, Visa support, Monthly stipend
- Deadline: 1st April, 2026
Other Benefits of the Program
- Learning by Doing: The DBA program uses hands-on projects and real-world experience to help you build professional consulting skills.
- Expert Access: You will attend masterclasses led by top CEOs and industry experts.
- Skill Building: The program includes specialized training to boost your career and prepare you for the workplace.
- Total Support: Every participant is paired with both a career coach and a life coach for personal and professional guidance.
- Cultural Growth: You will take part in cultural events and group excursions to broaden your perspective.
Eligibility Criteria
- The program accepts applications from all nationalities.
- Experience Level: Early-career professionals or recent graduates with 0–3 years of work experience.
- Education: Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree (all majors are welcome).
- Age Preference: Typically between 23 and 27 years old.
- Work History: Full-time experience isn’t required, but internships are a big plus for new graduates.
