Master in Business and Foreign Languages

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi

Program Overview

The Master in Business and Foreign Languages at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is perfect for students who want to blend strong international business knowledge with superior linguistic and cultural skills, preparing you to excel in global careers. You’ll study management, economics and marketing subjects alongside advanced language training and communication techniques that equip you to work confidently across borders.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In your first year, you’ll build a solid foundation in international business concepts and intercultural communication. Courses like International Business Management, Cross-Cultural Communication, and Applied Economic Analysis introduce you to key management principles, economic contexts and the skills needed to navigate diverse business environments. At the same time, you’ll develop language proficiency through integrated foreign language modules such as French or Arabic Language Progression, strengthening your ability to operate in multilingual settings.

Year 2

In the second year, you’ll take your business and language skills to a professional level by focusing on strategy and real-world application. Advanced modules like Strategic Management and Multilingual Negotiation and International Marketing in Multicultural Contexts deepen your understanding of how to lead, market and negotiate across cultural boundaries, while a mandatory Professional Internship gives you practical industry experience. You’ll also engage in capstone or dissertation-style work that sharpens your research and problem-solving abilities in international business contexts.

Focus Areas

International business strategy, cross-cultural communication, multilingual management, global marketing, professional languages.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate advanced business understanding, multilingual communication skills, intercultural negotiation, economic analysis and professional readiness for global careers.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This programme is accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and awarded in partnership with Sorbonne Université (Paris) under European academic standards, making your degree recognised in the UAE and internationally.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings)

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi benefits from its link with Sorbonne Université in Paris — one of the world’s historic and highly regarded academic institutions — and graduates are highly regarded by employers for their cross-disciplinary business and language capabilities.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, the Master in Business and Foreign Languages doesn’t stop at theory — it’s designed so you graduate with real-world communication, management and cultural fluency that employers value. You’ll work with peers on professional projects and benefit from a campus and support services that help you integrate academic study with practical experience in multicultural business environments, giving you confidence to perform in international organisations.

You’ll have access to the university’s resources and structured opportunities that bring your skills to life:

Mandatory Professional Internship: The programme includes a required internship with a company or organisation, offering firsthand experience in business and multilingual contexts and helping you apply your classroom learning to real workplace scenarios.
Collaborative Classroom Projects: Across core modules you’ll work in teams on multilingual communication and multicultural business projects, building practical negotiation, analysis and cross-cultural collaboration skills relevant to global markets.
Library & Research Support: The SUAD Library offers extensive academic resources, digital databases and individual group study spaces to support your research and internship preparation.
Computer Workspaces & Labs: Modern computer workspaces and study areas with high-speed internet support your academic research, group collaboration and practical coursework needs.
Career & Networking Events: Through university-hosted career events and networking opportunities such as employer engagement days, you can meet recruiters and explore internships and job opportunities in Abu Dhabi and beyond.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from the Master in Business and Foreign Languages opens doors to exciting international careers where you combine strategic business insight with language fluency — such as International Business Development Manager, Multilingual Communications Specialist, Cross-Cultural Consultant, or Global Marketing Coordinator. You’ll leave Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi with both strong management skills and advanced language ability, making you uniquely competitive in global job markets:

Here’s how SUAD supports your progression and success:

Career Centre & Professional Support: The SUAD Career Centre offers CV and interview preparation, employer engagement activities, career guidance and connections to internship and job opportunities in multinational companies, NGOs and government sectors.
Mandatory Professional Internship Experience: This Master’s programme includes a required internship with organisations where you can apply your management and multilingual skills in real settings — often leading to employment pathways post-graduation.
Multilingual & International Network: You become part of a community tied to Sorbonne Université (Paris) — ranked among Europe’s most prestigious universities — offering strong academic prestige that boosts your CV and employer recognition worldwide.
Accredited & Globally Recognised Qualification: Your degree is accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and recognised internationally through the Sorbonne network, increasing long-term career mobility across regions.
Graduation Outcomes: SUAD graduates are valued for their ability to operate in cross-cultural environments, thanks to practical business insights, advanced language competency and real-world internship experience embedded in the curriculum.

Further Academic Progression:

Should you wish to continue your studies after this Master’s, you are well positioned to pursue doctoral research (PhD) in Business, Languages, or Intercultural Communication, or specialised postgraduate certificates in areas such as International Marketing, Leadership and Strategy, or Applied Linguistics, either at Sorbonne Université abroad or at other internationally recognised institutions.