Applications are now open for the Dubai Business Associates (DBA) Program 2026, a prestigious and fully funded professional development opportunity for outstanding graduates from around the world.
The program offers selected participants the opportunity to live, study, and work in Dubai while gaining hands-on business experience with leading organisations.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Host Organisation: Dubai Business Associates (DBA)
- Program Location: Dubai, UAE
- Category: Professional Development Program | Graduate Program
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | Monthly Stipend | Accommodation | Airfare | Visa Support
- Program Duration: 9 Months
- Deadline: March 1, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Dubai Business Associates (DBA) Program is a fully funded international professional development initiative designed to prepare talented graduates for global leadership roles. The program combines academic learning, professional work placements, and strategy consulting projects to provide participants with real-world business exposure. Set in Dubai, a globally recognised centre for commerce, innovation, and entrepreneurship, the program enables associates to transition smoothly from academic life into professional careers.
Over the course of nine months, participants will develop critical business, communication, and interpersonal skills through classroom-based learning, hands-on work experience, and problem-solving engagements with real organisations. The program also places strong emphasis on experiential learning, allowing associates to work within multinational environments while gaining insight into global business practices.
In addition to academic and professional training, participants will benefit from masterclasses delivered by industry experts and CEOs, personalised coaching support, and structured skills development sessions. The program further enhances learning through cultural events, networking opportunities, and organised site visits across Dubai. Alongside technical business skills such as finance, strategy, and business planning, the DBA Program focuses on strengthening soft skills including leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving, all within a diverse and multicultural setting.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Dubai Business Associates Program 2026, applicants must:
- Be early-career professionals
- Be recent graduates with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
- Have less than three years of work experience
- Preferably be between 23 and 27 years old
- Demonstrate strong academic performance, motivation, and alignment with the program’s values
- Be willing to commit fully to the program, as outside employment or freelance work is not permitted
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Dubai Business Associates Program 2026 will receive:
- Full funding with no application or registration fee
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
- Return airfare
- Visa support
- Fully covered accommodation
- Opportunity to study and work in a multicultural business environment in Dubai
Required Documents
To apply for this program, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
- A 90-second video introduction
- Valid Passport
How to Apply
To apply for the Dubai Business Associates Program 2026:
- Sign up using a valid email address and password
- Verify your email address through the confirmation email sent
- Click on “Start Application”
- Complete your personal information
- Provide academic and professional details
- Answer the motivation questions related to DBA
- Upload all required documents
- Submit your application before the deadline
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