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Start / Double Degree with Dubai Business School
Double Degree

PBS & Dubai Business School
Double Degree

Two Diplomas. One Global Career.

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duration
16 months
language
English
Mode of study
On campus/Online
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Discover the Double Degree opportunity

The MBA Double Degree offers an exceptional opportunity to earn two globally recognized MBA diplomas. Students in the Global MBA in AI for Business at Dubai Business School (DBS) will also graduate with the prestigious Global Online MBA from Porto Business School (PBS). The Global Online MBA is ranked 6th worldwide in the Financial Times Online MBA Ranking 2026, positioning PBS among the world’s leading business schools in online education.

The Double Degree program allows you to shape your future with the combined strength of two world-class institutions. You can complete your MBA journey fully online or choose an immersive spring experience in Porto, blending high-impact on-campus learning with invaluable networking opportunities.

Who is it for?

Students from the Global MBA in AI for Business 2026/27 cohort from Dubai Business School.

 

This is an opportunity to:

  • Two diplomas. One expanded global future.
    Graduate with a double degree that strengthens your profile, broadens your network, and unlocks new international opportunities.
  • A truly global MBA, designed for a world shaped by AI.
    Develop the strategic mindset and digital fluency needed to lead in an increasingly intelligent, data-driven business landscape.
  • Porto as your gateway to Europe.
    Experience a dynamic business and innovation hub where tradition meets transformation, and where global talent comes together.
  • Learn within a globally ranked MBA experience.
    Join a program recognized for its quality, impact, and ability to accelerate careers on an international scale.

About Dubai Business School

Dubai Business School is the business faculty of the University of Dubai, a leading institution in the UAE with strong ties to the regional business ecosystem. Located in one of the world’s most dynamic economic hubs, the school offers internationally accredited programs, including AACSB, and combines academic rigor with a practical, hands-on approach through real-world projects and industry engagement. Its close connection to the Dubai Chamber and corporate partners ensures a globally oriented learning experience, preparing professionals to lead and innovate in a fast-evolving business environment.

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About Porto Business School

Porto Business School is built on a legacy of more than 35 years, it was founded by a group of entrepreneurs driven by a deep desire to challenge the conventional and create a transformative reality.

Featured in the Financial Times rankings since 2011, the School is supported by 41 national and multinational organizations and by the University of Porto. Born from the link between academia and business, PBS has a clear mission: to prepare professionals for the real challenges of the global economy, driving change and anticipating the future.

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Application Process

Application Deadline
April 2026

Places available: 10

Applications must be submitted here.

Contacts

For further information, please contact:

    Head of International Business Development
    Sandra Fernandes
International recognition

Rankings that reinforce results.

  • 6
    FT ONLINE MBA RANKING
  • 25
    EUROPEAN BUSINESS SCHOOL RANKING [open]
  • 31
    EUROPEAN BUSINESS SCHOOL RANKING [CUSTOM]
  • 38
    FT EUROPEAN BUSINESS SCHOOLS
  • 82
    FT EXECUTIVE MBA RANKING
  • 96
    FT GLOBAL MBA RANKING

Accreditations

With three international accreditations – AMBA (Association of MBAs), AACSB, and EFMD – Porto Business School is among the top business schools in Europe. In 2023, the school renewed its AMBA accreditation for another five years and obtained accreditation from the BGA (Business Graduates Association), becoming the first Portuguese business school to achieve this recognition.

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