Admission Requirements

Advance your career with professional credentials from HBMSU's leading-edge training programs.

HBMSU’s professional courses are tailored for ambitious professionals seeking to build expertise, leadership, and real-world impact across industries. With flexible online and blended learning options, these programs offer a practical pathway to enhance skills, earn recognized certificates, and apply knowledge directly in your workplace. Whether you’re looking to lead digital transformation, drive sustainability, or master data analysis, our courses connect you with expert faculty, global best practices, and future-focused learning experiences designed for working professionals. 

Your experience counts—learn, apply, and earn credentials through practical, accredited training.

Designed for professionals balancing career growth and education, HBMSU’s professional courses blend academic rigor with workplace relevance. Our admission approach welcomes learners with varied academic and professional backgrounds, ensuring accessible entry to high-quality, flexible learning. From leadership in innovation to advanced data analytics, each program equips learners with actionable insights, empowering them to meet evolving industry demands and achieve personal and organizational goals. 

Flexible pathways for working professionals to upskill, reskill, and lead with confidence.

Through expert-designed curricula, hands-on projects, and nationally recognized certificates, these programs prepare participants to tackle industry challenges, implement innovation, and advance their leadership potential in competitive markets. 

Prepare for your academic journey with flexible, globally recognized pathways.

At HBMSU, undergraduate admission welcomes ambitious learners who aspire to be future-ready leaders. To qualify for admission, applicants must:

• Hold a recognized General Secondary School Certificate (GSSC) or equivalent from the UAE Ministry of Education or an accredited international authority.
• Achieve a minimum secondary school average as set by the Ministry of Education for their academic stream (science, arts, etc.).
• Meet the English proficiency requirement by achieving one of the following:
  • Achieve a score of 80% or higher in the high school English subject studied within the UAE.
  • Graduates of English-medium secondary education programs are considered to have met the English proficiency requirement. However, an Equivalency Certificate issued by the UAE Ministry of Education must be submitted to complete the admission process.
  • Learners from non-English-medium curricula must fulfil the English proficiency requirement by achieving one of the following standardized test scores:  
    • TOEFL: 500 (paper-based), 173 (computer-based), or 61 (internet-based)  
    • IELTS Academic: 5.0 or higher
  • Secure a minimum score of 70% in high school Mathematics studied within the UAE. Applicants who score below 70% are required to complete a remedial math course (MATH001) as part of the admission process. 

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• A certified copy of a high school certificate and transcripts
• Equivalency certificate (if a high school certificate was issued outside the UAE)
• Official English proficiency test scores
• Valid Emirates ID and passport copy
• One recent passport-sized photograph
• Valid Police clearance certificate  
• Employment letter (if applicable)
• Active LinkedIn profile link 

Additional requirements may include an entrance interview or placement tests for certain programs. Conditional admission may be granted to applicants pending English or mathematics proficiency fulfilment. HBMSU ensures a learner-centered pathway with flexible, technology-driven education that empowers students from diverse backgrounds. 

Conditions for Continuation

• Learners conditionally admitted for English or Math must enroll in the required non-credit remedial courses.
• Learners must maintain satisfactory academic progress as per HBMSU’s academic policies.
• All submitted credentials are subject to verification; failure to provide valid documentation may result in revocation of admission. 

Transfer of Credit for Undergraduate Students

Students may apply to transfer credits from other recognized institutions. Based on the official policy:

• Transfer credits may be granted only for courses completed at accredited higher education institutions.
• Courses must be equivalent in content and learning outcomes to HBMSU courses.
• Only courses with a grade of C or higher are eligible.
• The maximum number of transferable credits is subject to HBMSU’s undergraduate transfer policy.
• Applicants must provide official transcripts, detailed course syllabi, and a completed transfer credit application form for evaluation by the academic department. 

Advance your expertise with academic rigor and global perspectives.

Applicants to HBMSU master's programs must demonstrate academic achievement and readiness for advanced study. Admission criteria include:

• A recognized bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Conditional admission may be granted to applicants with a GPA between 2.5 and 2.99, who must achieve a minimum 3.0 GPA in their first 9 credit hours.
• Non-business or non-management graduates must successfully complete the Management Appreciation Program (MAP) before beginning core courses.
• English proficiency demonstrated by:
  • TOEFL: minimum 550 (PBT) or 79 (iBT)
  • IELTS Academic: minimum overall score of 6.0
• Exemption: Applicants who have completed a degree where English was the medium of instruction.  

Required Documents

Applicants must provide:

• Certified copies of a bachelor’s degree and transcripts
• Equivalency certificate (if degree obtained outside the UAE)
• Official English proficiency test scores
• Valid Emirates ID and passport copy
• One recent passport-sized photograph
• Police clearance certificate
• Employment letter (if applicable)
• Active LinkedIn profile link 

Certain programs may require an interview or submission of a personal statement. HBMSU master’s programs foster leadership, innovation, and professional growth across industries. 

Conditions for Continuation

• Learners admitted conditionally for English must obtain the standard English proficiency score within the first semester to continue registering for academic courses.
• Learners conditionally admitted on CGPA must complete the first 9 credit hours with a minimum GPA of 3.0 to retain enrollment eligibility.
• All submitted credentials are subject to verification. 

Transfer of Credit for Master's Students

HBMSU's policy allows transfer of up to 25% of total program credit hours from accredited graduate programs. Requirements include:

• ~Only courses with a grade of B or higher are eligible.
• Courses must be equivalent in content and outcomes to those offered at HBMSU.
• Transfer credits are subject to academic review and approval by the program committee.
• Applicants must submit official transcripts, course syllabi, and a transfer credit application. 

Lead research and innovation at the highest academic level with HBMSU's doctoral programs.

HBMSU’s doctoral programs admit accomplished professionals and scholars committed to advancing quality, innovation, and research excellence. Admission requirements include: 

• A recognized master’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Submission of a detailed research proposal aligned with HBMSU’s research focus areas.
• Successful completion of an evaluation interview.
• Proof of English language proficiency via:
  • TOEFL: 550 (PBT) / 213 (CBT) / 80 (iBT)  
  • IELTS Academic: minimum overall score of 6.0 

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Certified copies of master’s degree and official transcripts
• Equivalency certificate (if degree obtained outside the UAE)
• Official English proficiency test scores
• Updated CV including academic, research, and professional achievements
• Letter of intent outlining research interests and career goals
• Research proposal summary
• Two recommendation letters (academic or professional)
• Valid Emirates ID and passport copy
• One recent passport-sized photograph
• Police clearance certificate
• Employment letter (if applicable)
• Active LinkedIn profile link 

Additional requirements may include prerequisite courses in research methods or statistics if the applicant’s background is outside the discipline. HBMSU’s doctoral programs nurture high-level research, critical thinking, and transformative leadership.