Arabic and Business, MA (Hons)

Arabic is spoken by over 350 million people, ranking as the sixth most widely used language globally, and serves as the official tongue of the 22 Arab League nations and one of the United Nations' six official languages. The Middle East and North Africa's pivotal role in global commerce makes combining Arabic studies with business an ideal joint honours programme. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in classical and modern Arabic, developing skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students explore original materials like novels, newspapers, and media, while examining the history, societies, cultures, and politics of the Arabic-speaking world. No prior Arabic knowledge is required, with Year 1 tailored for beginners, leading to a Year 3 abroad opportunity.In business studies, students gain preparation for contemporary challenges in organisations, fostering competencies such as authentic leadership, ethical practices, entrepreneurship, and effective communication. Taught by leading experts, the programme equips graduates for roles in accountancy, finance, strategy, marketing, human resource management, data analytics, and innovation. At the University of Edinburgh, renowned for its excellence in Arabic and Middle Eastern studies, the flexible curriculum includes optional courses and employer involvement, resulting in a blend of cultural insight and professional skills highly valued worldwide.