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Global Business Studies Dubai, UAE – Courses, Fees & Admission
- Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Overview
Global Business Studies Dubai (GBS Dubai) is a private institution in Dubai Knowledge Park, part of Global Banking School and permitted by the KHDA. It teaches UK-style Pearson BTEC Higher National Diplomas (Level 5) and Level 2 and Level 3 diplomas in business, IT and digital technology, health and social care, and construction management, plus an ACCA accounting programme.
Classes run on weekdays, evenings and weekends, with intakes in January, March, June and September. HND graduates can progress to the final year of a bachelor’s degree through GBS’s university partners. The campus is about a 5-minute walk from Dubai Internet City metro station. CampusSeva counselors can help you with course selection, the application, scholarships and visa guidance.
Courses and fees
The institute lists 9 programmes for international students, including HND International in Business (Pearson BTEC Level 5), HND in Digital Technologies – Cyber Security (Level 5), HND in Digital Technologies – AI Solutions and Applications (Level 5) and HND in Construction Management (Level 5). Reported tuition includes HND International in Business (Pearson BTEC Level 5): AED 40,000; HND in Digital Technologies – Cyber Security (Level 5): AED 40,000; HND in Digital Technologies – AI Solutions and Applications (Level 5): AED 40,000. Fees change every session, so confirm the latest amount and any extra costs before you pay a deposit.
Eligibility and English tests
Entry criteria depend on your country, so GBS asks you to contact admissions with your marksheets. Evidence of English proficiency is needed (accepted tests are listed on GBS’s English requirements page). English test scores listed are IELTS: HND (Level 5) 5.5 · Level 2 and Level 3 diplomas 4.5; TOEFL: HND 46 · Level 2 and Level 3 diplomas 35; PTE: HND 51 · Level 2 and Level 3 diplomas 40. Ask the admissions team if you qualify for an English waiver.
Scholarships
Scholarships listed for the institute include Early Bird Scholarship (January 2027 intake): Up to 50% and Bursaries and scholarships. Amounts, eligibility and deadlines change every year, so check the current round before you apply.
Intakes and how to apply
Intakes: January (winter), March (spring), June (summer) and September (fall). The application steps are: 1) Apply online; 2) pre-interview and document review; 3) receive your offer; 4) confirm your place. CampusSeva can help you with the shortlist, the documents and the visa file.
Visa, work and life after study
Students who are not GCC nationals need a UAE student visa. Part-time work: Allowed with a valid student visa, a work permit and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the institute.
Campus and location
The institute is in Dubai, UAE. Address: Global Business Studies, Block 5, Dubai Knowledge Park, P.O. Box 500651, Al Sufouh 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Visit the official website for the latest notices.
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- Subject areas
- Business, Computer Science
- Course level
- Diploma
- Country
- UAE
- Intakes
- Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
- Type
- Private
- Website
- gbs.ac.ae
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Level | Duration | Tuition per year | Approx. in INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HND International in Business (Pearson BTEC Level 5) | Diploma (HND, Level 5) | 2 years | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 |
| HND in Digital Technologies - Cyber Security (Level 5) | Diploma (HND, Level 5) | 2 years | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 |
| HND in Digital Technologies - AI Solutions and Applications (Level 5) | Diploma (HND, Level 5) | 2 years | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 |
| HND in Construction Management (Level 5) | Diploma (HND, Level 5) | 2 years | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 |
| HND in Health and Social Care Practice - Leadership and Management (Level 5) | Diploma (HND, Level 5) | 2 years | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 |
| International Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3) | Diploma (Level 3) | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 | |
| International Extended Diploma in Information Technology (Level 3) | Diploma (Level 3) | AED 40,000 | ₹1,036,000 | |
| International Level 2 Diploma in Business | Diploma (Level 2) | AED 25,000 | ₹648,000 | |
| ACCA Programme (Accounting, Finance and Banking) | Professional |
Eligibility & Admission
Academic requirement
Entry criteria depend on your country, so GBS asks you to contact admissions with your marksheets. Evidence of English proficiency is needed (accepted tests are listed on GBS's English requirements page). Applicants who need to improve their English can join English Path Dubai courses. Admissions may also ask for ID documents and may hold a short pre-interview.
- Apply onlineFill in the application form with your course choice, personal and academic details. Applications close 4 to 6 weeks before each intake.
- Pre-interview and document reviewThe admissions team reviews your details, may arrange a short pre-interview, and then asks for your documents.
- Receive your offerThe offer is unconditional or conditional. The offer letter lists the next steps, deadlines and any conditions.
- Confirm your placeAccept the offer and complete the remaining requirements, such as the deposit and final documents. The offer letter is also needed for the UAE student visa.
Intakes
| Intake | Starts | Apply by |
|---|---|---|
| Winter | January | 4 to 6 weeks before the start date |
| Spring | March | 4 to 6 weeks before the start date |
| Summer | June | 4 to 6 weeks before the start date |
| Fall | September | 4 to 6 weeks before the start date |
Scholarships
- Early Bird Scholarship (January 2027 intake)Up to 50% (terms apply)Advertised by GBS for the January 2027 intake. Eligibility and deadline are not published online, so confirm with GBS.
- Bursaries and scholarshipsVariesGBS advisors tell each applicant which support they qualify for and how to apply.
Visa & Living Cost
Students who are not GCC nationals need a UAE student visa. You need the GBS offer letter before you can start the visa application.
The visa is usually valid for the length of the course plus a short travel grace period (minimum 90 days, maximum one year). GBS quotes a visa fee of AED 5,500 if you apply from outside the UAE and AED 6,500 from inside the UAE. An application fee of AED 500 is charged separately.
Apply early, because visa processing takes time. Rules can change, so check the UAE government visa portal (u.ae) before you travel.
- Part-time work
- Allowed with a valid student visa, a work permit and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the institute
- Living cost
- ₹11 L/year (Third-party estimate of INR 10 to 12 lakh a year for accommodation and food; living costs are not included in tuition)
Facilities
- Library
- Career services
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FAQs
What is the fee at GBS Dubai?
GBS lists AED 40,000 per year for its HND programmes (International Business, Cyber Security, AI Solutions, Construction Management) and the Level 3 Extended Diplomas, and AED 25,000 for the Level 2 Diploma in Business. The application fee is AED 500. Fees for the ACCA and Health and Social Care programmes are not listed on the website.
Which courses can I study at GBS Dubai?
Pearson BTEC Level 5 HNDs in International Business, Digital Technologies (Cyber Security or AI), Construction Management and Health and Social Care, Level 3 Extended Diplomas in Business and IT, a Level 2 Diploma in Business, and the ACCA programme.
When are the intakes?
January, March, June and September. Applications close 4 to 6 weeks before the start date.
How long is the HND International in Business?
Two years (Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND, RQF). HND holders can usually join the final year of a bachelor's degree at a partner university, which takes about one more year.
Do I need a visa to study at GBS Dubai?
Yes, unless you are a GCC national. You need a UAE student visa, and the GBS offer letter comes first. GBS quotes a visa fee of AED 5,500 (applying from outside the UAE) or AED 6,500 (from inside the UAE).
Can students work part-time in Dubai?
Students on a valid student visa can do part-time work or an internship with a work permit and a No Objection Certificate from the institute. The GBS visa page does not give weekly hour limits.
Where is the GBS Dubai campus?
Block 5, Dubai Knowledge Park, Al Sufouh 2, Dubai. It is about 5 minutes on foot from Dubai Internet City Metro Station 2.
Location
Global Business Studies, Block 5, Dubai Knowledge Park, P.O. Box 500651, Al Sufouh 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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