Doing Business in the Gulf
Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf
1 week
English
October 27th, 2025 - October 31st, 2025
3500 EUR*
On campus
Midweek
Part time
Overview
The purpose of the Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf is to allow participants to identify challenges and opportunities in Gulf business operations through a comprehensive analysis of economic, cultural, and regulatory factors.
They will navigate constraints while seizing crucial opportunities, fostering a balanced understanding of market dynamics. They will delve into the Gulf’s institutional framework, understanding legal and regulatory intricacies for informed strategies. Finally, they will assess alternative entry modes like joint ventures and direct investment to maximize success in the Gulf market.
Objectives of the Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf
The Programme aims providing participants with the necessary tools to become acquainted with market of the Gulf area.
The purpose is to support those willing to expand their business in the Gulf, in dealing with cultural differences and peculiarities of business models, providing the necessary tools to understand country dynamics, main characteristics and key industries.
Target audience of the Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf
The programme is aimed at professionals and consultants working in the Gulf countries (GCC) or who wish to have an in-depth understanding of their legal, socioeconomic, and business environment.
Certificate of Participation
At the end of the programme a certificate of participation will be issued to those who have attended at least 80% of the educational activities envisioned by the programme.
Curriculum
Curriculum
The Programme is composed of 2 modules.
- Module 1: Doing business in the Gulf
- Module 2: The Gulf business scenario
Programme Schedule, Delivery and Locations
The Intensive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf is designed to be delivered on campus on weekdays from 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. The in-person format of the program fosters direct and meaningful networking opportunities, enabling participants to connect and collaborate with peers, faculty, and industry leaders.
Locations
The on-campus courses will take place at the Luiss Business School Dubai Hub for Made in Italy, Sheikh Zayed Road, Convention Tower – 4th floor, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
EduCare
The learning experience is built around individuals and each training path is associated with activities and services held during and after the classroom phase. EduCare sessions are designed to promote professional and personal development and to generate an immediate impact on participants’ business and organisational context.
Business Impact
Business Challenge
Participants will have the opportunity to present a project that they are working on at their company, using the expertise and experience of Luiss Business School faculty and fellow participants for the purposes of engaging in fruitful dialogue with them.
Faculty
The Faculty consists of professors from Luiss Business School and Luiss Guido Carli. Other faculty members include professionals and top international managers with several years of experience in teaching and lecturing.
Scientific Director
Prof. Federica Brunetta – Associate/Professor of Management and Strategy, Luiss Guido Carli
Tuition and Funding
Tuition Fee
The tuition fee for the entire programme amounts to EUR 3.500/14.473AED*.
*(In the event of exchange rate fluctuations, the tuition fee will be determined based on the value in euros).
The fee includes materials and access to all Luiss Business School facilities.
In order to register, three revenue stamps will be virtually requested, EUR 16/63,62 AED each (one for the application, the second for the certificate request, and the last one to display on the certificate) equaling EUR 48/190,86 AED.
Fee Waivers
Luiss Business School offers several fee waivers options. Waivers cannot be combined with any other waiver, scholarship or sponsorship support.
- Participants who have already attended a Luiss Business School programme or are Luiss Guido Participants who have already attended a Luiss Business School programme or are Luiss Guido Carli graduates are entitled to a 10% fee reduction.
- Early bird 10%. Participants who enroll at least 60 days before the start date are entitled to a 10% fee reduction.
- Early bird 5%. Participants who enroll at least 30 days before the start date are entitled to a 5% fee reduction.
How to Apply
In order to apply candidates should submit their CV together with the Application Form available on the programme website .
Contacts
Executive Education
T. (+39) 06 85222592
executive@luissbusinessschool.it
Luiss Business School
Rome | Milan | Belluno | Amsterdam | Dubai
luissbs@luissbusinessschool.it
businessschool.luiss.it
The purpose of the Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf is to allow participants to identify challenges and opportunities in Gulf business operations through a comprehensive analysis of economic, cultural, and regulatory factors.
They will navigate constraints while seizing crucial opportunities, fostering a balanced understanding of market dynamics. They will delve into the Gulf’s institutional framework, understanding legal and regulatory intricacies for informed strategies. Finally, they will assess alternative entry modes like joint ventures and direct investment to maximize success in the Gulf market.
Objectives of the Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf
The Programme aims providing participants with the necessary tools to become acquainted with market of the Gulf area.
The purpose is to support those willing to expand their business in the Gulf, in dealing with cultural differences and peculiarities of business models, providing the necessary tools to understand country dynamics, main characteristics and key industries.
Target audience of the Intensive Executive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf
The programme is aimed at professionals and consultants working in the Gulf countries (GCC) or who wish to have an in-depth understanding of their legal, socioeconomic, and business environment.
Certificate of Participation
At the end of the programme a certificate of participation will be issued to those who have attended at least 80% of the educational activities envisioned by the programme.
Curriculum
The Programme is composed of 2 modules.
- Module 1: Doing business in the Gulf
- Module 2: The Gulf business scenario
Programme Schedule, Delivery and Locations
The Intensive Programme in Doing Business in the Gulf is designed to be delivered on campus on weekdays from 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. The in-person format of the program fosters direct and meaningful networking opportunities, enabling participants to connect and collaborate with peers, faculty, and industry leaders.
Locations
The on-campus courses will take place at the Luiss Business School Dubai Hub for Made in Italy, Sheikh Zayed Road, Convention Tower – 4th floor, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The learning experience is built around individuals and each training path is associated with activities and services held during and after the classroom phase. EduCare sessions are designed to promote professional and personal development and to generate an immediate impact on participants’ business and organisational context.
Business Impact
Business Challenge
Participants will have the opportunity to present a project that they are working on at their company, using the expertise and experience of Luiss Business School faculty and fellow participants for the purposes of engaging in fruitful dialogue with them.
The Faculty consists of professors from Luiss Business School and Luiss Guido Carli. Other faculty members include professionals and top international managers with several years of experience in teaching and lecturing.
Scientific Director
Prof. Federica Brunetta – Associate/Professor of Management and Strategy, Luiss Guido Carli
Tuition Fee
The tuition fee for the entire programme amounts to EUR 3.500/14.473AED*.
*(In the event of exchange rate fluctuations, the tuition fee will be determined based on the value in euros).
The fee includes materials and access to all Luiss Business School facilities.
In order to register, three revenue stamps will be virtually requested, EUR 16/63,62 AED each (one for the application, the second for the certificate request, and the last one to display on the certificate) equaling EUR 48/190,86 AED.
Fee Waivers
Luiss Business School offers several fee waivers options. Waivers cannot be combined with any other waiver, scholarship or sponsorship support.
- Participants who have already attended a Luiss Business School programme or are Luiss Guido Participants who have already attended a Luiss Business School programme or are Luiss Guido Carli graduates are entitled to a 10% fee reduction.
- Early bird 10%. Participants who enroll at least 60 days before the start date are entitled to a 10% fee reduction.
- Early bird 5%. Participants who enroll at least 30 days before the start date are entitled to a 5% fee reduction.
In order to apply candidates should submit their CV together with the Application Form available on the programme website .
Contacts
Executive Education
T. (+39) 06 85222592
executive@luissbusinessschool.it
Luiss Business School
Rome | Milan | Belluno | Amsterdam | Dubai
luissbs@luissbusinessschool.it
businessschool.luiss.it