Professional Bachelor in Taxation, Finance and Accounting

Duration: 40 Weeks | Total Qualification Time (TQT): 1,500 Hours
Equivalent to: 60 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System)

The Professional Bachelor in Taxation, Finance & Accounting is a career-focused program designed for individuals aiming to build expertise in the financial backbone of businesses and institutions. Spanning 40 weeks, the program offers comprehensive training in financial reporting, tax regulations, auditing practices, and financial management—equipping learners with the skills necessary to thrive in both local and international financial environments.

With a Total Qualification Time of 1,500 hours, this qualification aligns with the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and is equivalent to 60 ECTS credits, ensuring academic mobility and professional recognition across borders.

Combining practical tools, regulatory insight, and analytical skills, this program prepares graduates for roles in accounting firms, tax advisory services, corporate finance departments, and public institutions—making them highly competitive in a rapidly evolving global economy.

On Campus study Program

This program consists of 3 months of on-campus study in Dubai, with classes held every Friday, followed by 6 months of self-study and internship.

Diploma study programs

Entry Requirements: Students with Level 5 qualifications (for example National Higher Diploma) and/or individuals in the related sector who exhibit ambition and have well-defined career objectives.

Minimum age: 23 years
Required qualification: EQF Level 5 or an equivalent recognized qualification

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Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a dual diploma, recognizing both academic and professional achievement:

European Professional Bachelor

Issued by ISBM Switzerland Academy — one of Switzerland’s leading business schools — this Professional Bachelor Diploma is awarded in the relevant field of study. The diploma is eligible for attestation by the UAE Embassy in Switzerland, the Swiss Embassy in the UAE, and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ensuring its acceptance for international purposes.

Dubai Advanced Diploma

From ISB Dubai Academy, students will receive a Vocational Advanced Diploma equivalent to a bachelor-level qualification. This diploma is officially attested by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and can also be legalized by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dubai, making it fully valid for use across both governmental and private sectors in the UAE.

Additionally, both diplomas can be attested for the use by the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), enabling graduates to legally use their qualification for employment, visa applications, and other official purposes within the UAE.

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