FAQ 
Can I attend the programme even I do not speak any Arabic? Sure. CBL International programmes are English-speaking programmes, with lectures and cultural introductions given in English. As part of the programme, an Arabic beginner's course will give an introduction into the Arabic language.
What level can I expect of the Arabic language instruction? The language course will give a basic and general introduction.
Do I need a visa to travel to Dubai/UAE? Yes. If you hold a passport of Canada, the U.S., a EU member country, Australia, New Zealand, Norway or Switzerland, no advance visa arrangements are required to visit the UAE. Simply disembark your flight at Dubai International Airport and proceed to Immigration, where your passport will be stamped with a visa. Citizens of the GCC nations of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia do not require a visa to travel to the UAE. Travelers from other countries will need to arrange a visa in advance of travel. Please find more information at The Government of Dubai's website
How do I get to Dubai? It is very easy to get to Dubai as all mayor airlines are flying to Dubai. Emirates Airlines is the local airline of Dubai, providing affordable flights from many destinations worldwide. Dubai international airport is well connected to downtown Dubai by taxi, buses and - since 2009 - metro. Most taxi drivers in Dubai do speak English.
Who organizes CBL International Schools in Dubai? CBL International Schools in Dubai are organized by CBL International Management Ltd., Hong Kong in cooperation with Higher Colleges of Technology and The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management.
Since when are CBL International Schools running? CBL International Schools have taken place since 2007. Since then, programmes have been organized in China, Dubai, and Oxford. More than 1000 students and young professionals took part in CBL International’s programs so far. Always affiliated with local universities, CBL International Schools provide a deep inside view into the cultural, business, and legal environment of the respective location.
Will there be mandatory examinations as part of CBL International Schools? Yes, as part of all CBL International Schools there are mandatory examinations. Please refer to the schedule to find out more details about that. At each location the exam style is different.
Do I receive a certificate for the participation in CBL International Schools? Yes, CBL International staff will hand out a participation certificate at the end of the programme. This presupposes that 90% of all lectures, activities, site visits, and any other compulsory events were in fact attended. Additionally, a score sheet will be handed out showing the result(s) of the exam(s). This score sheet may be used for receiving credits at the home university.
Is previous knowledge necessary for taking part in CBL International Schools? No, previous knowledge is not needed. It is possible that the contents of the different modules and lectures appear very wide ranging, but the lectures are designed to engage the participant who has no prior knowledge of the business or legal issue covered. Taking account of the diversity of students' disciplinary backgrounds from the fields of Business, Law, Economics and also international, cultural or political studies, CBL International Schools are programmes that are designed to be informative for all attending delegates.
Who can participate in CBL International Schools? CBL International Schools are programmes specifically designed for participants with a strong interest in international business and international law affairs. Undergraduate and graduate students up to age of 25 can take part, as well as students 26+ or postgraduate students and professionals.
Are CBL International Schools international scientific conferences? No. CBL International Schools are introductory courses, giving an overview of current-edge topics. Selected aspects will be covered in more detail. Nevertheless, if you are interested in one specific topic, you should think of attending an experts’ conference.
What is the workload of a CBL International School and how many credits can I get for it? The workload of CBL International schools is equivalent to 2 ECTS/ 1 U.S. credits per week. Credits have to be granted by each participant's home university. We encourage participants to contact the study-abroad office in advance to learn about the regulations and rules applicable.
What kind of group of students do I join? How international are the groups of delegates attending CBL International Schools? CBL International Schools are giving you a truely international experience. No only that we bring you to the most thriving international hot spots for your study abroad course. You will additionally meet people from all over the world attending our programmes as CBL International is also advertising its programmes globally. We have many students and young professionals joining us from Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Australia. Depending on regionally different vacation times, some regions may be over-represented at some schools. Regardless, an international experience of cultural exchange is guaranteed at every CBL International programme.
Will the programme content be exactly the way it is shown on the website at the moment? CBL International is organizes its programmes more than a half year in advance, which makes changes for various unforeseeable reasons possible. Although we work hard to realize each single course as announced, adjustments, cancellations, and alterations of parts of the programme may occur anyway.