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The EADA-SKEMA Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business is a four-year double degree in international business management and sustainability taught entirely in English.
A unique combination of management, marketing and finance in the context of international politics and economics, together with a strong scientific foundation in sustainability. Students learn how sustainability is shaping the future of business and how organisations can respond to these changes. The Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business develops young professionals who bring an added value to the companies, organisations and institutions they work for. This clear value is combined with the specialised tools, resources and personalised assessment of EADA Careers & Talent to create graduates that are prepared to take on any professional challenge.
- Course: Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business
- Mode: In-person
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Language: English
- Required experience: 0+ years
- Dedication: Full time
- Start date: 2 Sep. 2027
- Duration: 4 years
Why study the Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business?
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25-35 students per class
Enjoy a personal approach in small groups
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130 nationalities
Build a global network
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8-12 months of internships
Apply skills in real operating environments
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+10 specialisations
Tailor the curriculum to your goals
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7 Global Campuses
And +80 exchange partners to develop cross-cultural skills
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+150 Careers & Talent events annually
Define, develop and achieve professional goals
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Selective collaboration with the pioneering institutions in the Barcelona community,
including one of the most renowned ecological science research centers in Spain, CREAF
A complete international immersion experience
Throughout the 4 years of study, the Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business promotes an international perspective that opens up a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
The 1-2 years of study abroad and the multi‑campus experience with more than 100 nationalities enrich students' learning experience and strengthen cross-cultural management skills.
As they adapt business models to different sectors and cultures, participants develop the expertise to launch a successful international career.
The Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business is 100% focused on employability
The Global Bachelor in Business Administration develops young professionals who add value to the companies, organisations and institutions they work for.
This clear value is combined with the specialised tools, resources and personalised assessment of EADA Careers & Talent to create graduates that are prepared to take on any professional challenge.
The competitive advantage of our Bachelor in Business Administration is demonstrated in the 91% employment rate* just six months after graduation.
* Source: SKEMA Talent & Careers employability survey, BBA class of 2020
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The two leading institutions behind this international BBA
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EADA Business School
EADA, founded in 1957, was one of the first Spanish educational institutions to offer management training programs to the business community. EADA focuses not only on hard knowledge, but above all on the management skills that accelerate the professional and personal development of participants. Our graduates are a powerful force for shaping the future, and we are committed to a bold vision of tomorrow that is environmentally, socially and economically sustainable for all.
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SKEMA Business School
SKEMA is a global institution with French roots that trains future business leaders to adapt to the requirements of 21st century companies and organisations. Our students learn to be mobile, multicultural, agile and aware of new societal challenges while possessing entrepreneurial and managerial capabilities. They are committed to the safeguarding of the planet, protection of personal data and essential ethical issues.
Rankings and Accreditations
Our rankings and accreditations are granted by independent organisations. They are an excellent tool to help you identify top business schools and universities around the world. These organisations use objective criteria to evaluate institutions of higher education, and are key to making the important decision of where to continue your education.
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Why study Sustainability at EADA?
Leading Sustainability Training since 2017
At EADA Business School, sustainability lies at the heart of its mission, shaping the institution’s values, research, and training initiatives. By equipping future leaders with the tools to act responsibly and ethically, EADA ensures they make a lasting impact on the business world and society at large.
This approach has positioned EADA among the world’s most transformative schools, as acknowledged by the Positive Impact Rating.
Training
EADA has been a pioneer in Europe. In 2017, we created our first programme in sustainable business - the Master in Sustainable Business and Innovation - a first of its kind in Spain and Europe. Since then, further research from our academic team of experts has enabled us to launch more sustainability-focused programmes.
We firmly believe in the multiplier effect and impact that professionals who exercise sustainable leadership can generate in their personal and professional environment.
Research
Through our Sustainability Hub, EADA’s academic team designs and works on research projects on the role of companies and their stakeholders in climate emergency and social challenges.
The team subsequently designs dissemination materials such as academic articles, and transfers their main conclusions and learning to EADA programmes, through didactic material, case studies, etc.
Impact
EADA actively participates in and collaborates with various initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability in its environment and disseminating the importance of sustainability in today's business world.
EADA’s work is ongoing as we continue to adapt our programmes and ad-hoc training programmes to sustainability and sustainable leadership, promoting further research and study in this area, and entering into new agreements and partnerships.
Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business structure
What will I study?
The Double Degree in Sustainability is an innovative programme for students who are passionate about business and want to address today’s most pressing social and environmental challenges.
Designed for intellectually curious students with an interest in both business and the social sciences, the programme combines a strong foundation in management with the technical and scientific knowledge needed to understand the complex interconnections between business, society, and the environment.
Students will develop the skills to navigate emerging challenges and opportunities, preparing them for careers at the intersection of business and sustainability. The programme aims to equip future managers to connect business innovation with sustainable development and create value in a rapidly changing world.
Programme structure of the Double Degree Global BBA & Bachelor in Sustainability for Business
Year 1
Barcelona Campus
Courses
- Mathematics:
- Mathematics for Business & Management (Basic Lev.)
- Business and Economics Calculus (Advanced Lev.) - Accounting for Business Decisions
- Principles of Modern Management
- Personal and Professional Skills
- Consumer Computer Applications
- Statistics for Business Decisions
- Introduction to Finance
- Sustainable Transitions
- Marketing Principles
- Pre-specialisation elective courses
Sustainability courses
- Natural ecosystems
- Human-Nature Relationship
- Global environmental change
- Political Ecology
- Pre-specialisation electives
Year 2
Barcelona Campus
Courses
- Macro Economics
- Business Law
- Advanced Computer Business Applications
- Academic Research & Writing
- Business Elective - Lower Division
- Introduction to Business Research
- Micro Economics
- Persuasive Communication and Presentation Techniques
- Global Citizen in Action
- Pre-specialisation
Sustainability courses
- Mitigation, Adaptation and Energy Transition
- Structural Basis of Inequality
- Resource Conservation
- Principles of Social Equity and Justice
- Pre-specialisation electives
Year 3
Barcelona Campus or abroad
o +80 EXCHANGE PARTNERS
Courses
- Strategy and Business Models
- History, Culture and Society - Spain
- People, Teams & AI Enabled Workplace
- Geopolitics
- Artificial Intelligence for Business and Society
- Business Ethics
- Sales and Negotiations
- AI Enabled Data Literacy
- International Logistics and Trade
- Project Management for Glocal impact
Sustainability courses
- Biodiversity management, conservation and restoration
- Social Movements and the Third Sector
- Circular Economy and Eco-Innovations
- Public Policy Development, Regulations and Standards
- Glocal Awareness
Year 4
Barcelona Campus or abroad
Courses
- Smart Finance for Innovation
- Implementing Artificial Intelligence in Organisations
- Capstone Project I
- Capstone Project II
- Specialisation courses Global BBA
Sustainability courses
- Urban Sustainability
- Corporate Governance
- Bioeconomy and Planetary Boundaries
- Fundamentals for Societal Transitions
- Specialisation courses Global BBA
U.S.A. Campus (U.S.A.)
Dubai (The United Arab Emirates)
Lille or Sophia Antipolis Campus (France)
Belo Horizonte Campus (Brazil)
Nanjing Campus (China)
Barcelona Campus (Spain)
* Before the end of the third semester, all students must submit a valid TOEFL IBT (for exams taken before January 21, 2026: Min. 100 score and for exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: Min. 5 score) to be able to participate in the Mobility program at one of our campuses. If you choose a Partner University, please contact us for detailed information about the requirements of said university. In both cases, all students must have passed 120 ECTS and achieved a 2.0 GPA to be able to study the third year abroad.
* EADA reserves the right to make changes to the programme, including but not limited to, the academic content.
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Sustainability for Business: What will I learn?
Our Double Degree in Sustainability for Business uses some of the most advanced tools in environmental management and social responsibility, with a specific focus on sustainable practices, circular economy and clean technologies.
Additionally, most sustainability courses are based on best practices and case studies from leading international research centers. Participants will learn to implement sustainable strategies from day one, using innovative tools that will allow them to integrate sustainability into every aspect of their business model. From the very start of the program, they will be able to apply these concepts in real projects, becoming agents of change in their organizations.
In alliance with one of the most prominent ecological science research centers in Spain, CREAF, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to understand the connections between companies, society and the environment. This will allow students to identify and address the risks that new environmental conditions and social inequalities represent for organizations, design effective ones to face these challenges and, finally, use the potential of companies as an engine of positive social and environmental transformation.
The professional market of the immediate future will focus on the search and development of professionals trained to generate a significant impact in the current business environment, whether as a Comprehensive Manager, Sustainable Entrepreneur, Sustainability Analyst, Sustainability Project Manager or Consultant in the area.
Students will complete the Bachelor in Sustainability for Business courses online while studying abroad, and will follow a hybrid mode of study in the months of April and May.*
*EADA reserves the right to make any further arrangements, and will notify students accordingly.
4th-year specialisations: How can I tailor my learning?
The specialisation takes place in year 4, when students choose from +10 areas of specialisation. Their choice determines where they study during Years 3 and 4. Developing specialised knowledge enhances graduates’ employability and professional performance. Through new approaches and industry-backed techniques students develop a strategic skill set and gain a deep understanding of the unique challenges facing their chosen industry.
* Specialisations and corresponding destinations are subject to change. We regularly update the specifications to reflect the latest trends and growth areas across sectors.
Global BBA Campus: Barcelona, Spain (EADA Business School)
Today, innovation lies at the core of any company’s mission, but how can we innovate to transform the way we do business? This specialisation prepares students to critically and comprehensively engage with the complex economic, social and environmental challenges faced by modern companies. It focuses on designing, developing and implementing innovative solutions at all levels of business operations.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Critical Systems Thinking
- Designing/Disrupting the Future
- Consumer Engagement
- Capstone Project I
- Strategy - Visions of Growth
- Smart Finance for Innovation
- Capstone Project II
- Analytics for Digital Business
- Sustainable Supply Chains
Careers
- Sustainable business development manager
- Sustainability manager
- Project manager
- Consultant
Global BBA Campus: Barcelona, Spain (EADA Business School)
This specialisation cultivates expertise in customer service, leadership, and operational efficiency. Emphasising a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, it covers key areas such as hotel administration, event planning, and restaurant management. The curriculum fosters interpersonal communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills crucial in the dynamic tourism & hospitality industry. With a focus on global trends and cultural sensitivity, this specialisation equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the industry, positioning them for success in diverse tourism & hospitality management roles.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Creativity Management
- Consumer Engagement
- Principles of Operations Management
- Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality Management
- Food and Beverage Management
- Event Management in Tourism & Hospitality Industry
- Strategic Management in Tourism & Hospitality Industry
- Capstone Project I & II
Careers
- Hotel Manager
- Event Planner/ Coordinator
- Restaurant Manager
- Travel and Tourism Manager
- Resort Operations Manage
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SPORT MANAGEMENT
Global BBA campus: Barcelona, Spain (EADA Business School)
The Sports Management specialization offers students a comprehensive and practical education in the global sports industry. It blends strategic theory with real-world application through case studies, simulations, and industry masterclasses. Students explore the global sports ecosystem, mastering key areas such as organizational strategy, marketing, communication, sports law, and event management. Emphasis is placed on leadership, innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability within the context of professional and amateur sports organizations. By the end of the program, students will have developed strong analytical, legal, and managerial competencies, with hands-on experience in designing and presenting sports-related projects.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Creativity Management
- Consumer engagement
Careers
Graduates are prepared for roles both in the public and private sectors of the sports industry, such as:
- Sports Marketing Manager
- Event and facility Manager
- Sponsorship and Brand Activation Specialist
- Athlete Agent or Legal Advisor
- Sports communication and PR Specialist
- Club or Federation Manager
- Digital Content and Fan Engagement Strategist
- Compliance and Governance Officer in Sports Organizations
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Supply Chain
Global BBA campus: Nanjing, China
This specialisation focuses on the analysis, design, management, and operation of supply chains in manufacturing and professional service industries. It allows students to gain significant knowledge in production and operations management and also in supply chain and total quality management. It helps them understand core processes and business models for managing global supply chains. Students will learn how to view the supply chain as a whole, how to integrate and synchronise intra- and inter-organisational processes, and how to create customer value.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Creativity Management
- Consumer Engagement
- Financial Analysis & Decision Making
- Management Information Systems
- Production and Operations Management
- Global Logistics and Transportation
- Statistics for Quality Engineering
- Capstone Projects I & II
Careers
- Buyer
- Logistics consultant / auditor
- Purchasing manager
- Supply chain manager
- Quality manager
- Logistics platform manager
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CORPORATE FINANCE
Global BBA Campus: Sophia Antipolis, France
In today’s expanding global financial domain, a company’s finance department offers excellent career opportunities for those able to master the most complex financial mechanisms and products. This specialisation students a solid understanding of company financial practices and resources within a financial system that is complex, highly organised and ever more sustainable.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Financial Analysis and Decision Making
- Business Elective - Lower Division
- Control and Audit
- Risk Management and Insurance Principles
- Data Modelling and Mining
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Capstone Projects I & II
Careers
- Financial analyst
- Auditor
- Business advisor
- Management controller
- Wealth manager
Global BBA Campus: Sophia Antipolis, France
This specialisation prepares future managers or entrepreneurs for both the quantitative and qualitative aspects of company operations. It encompasses calculating objectives, improving operational performance, budget management , handling human relations within teams, and more. Students also acquire a deep understanding of the legal aspects of creating and running a company, as well as those concerning new models of value creation.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Business Elective - Lower Division
- Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management
- Management Information Systems
- Enterprise Resource Planning and Digital CRM
- International Management
- Brand Management
- Capstone Projects I and II
Careers
- Entrepreneur
- Project manager
- Business start-up consultant
- Brand manager
- Business owner
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Global BBA Campus: U.S.A.
Students in the International Business major acquire global business expertise. They are taught the basis of management, marketing and finance as well as the fields of politics and economics in an international context. Students learn to adapt business models to different workplaces, and how to consider legal issues. Students will also develop awareness of the sustainable development of a business in a globalised world. The intercultural experience and the mandatory year of international mobility strengthens students’ backgrounds, expertise and knowledge.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Creativity Management
- Financial Analysis and Decision Making
- Introduction to Business Intelligence
- Management Information Systems
- International Financial Management
- International Negotiations
- Special Topics in International Business
- International Strategy
- Capstone Project
Careers
- Business development manager
- International team manager
- Specialist in international trade markets
- Import/export specialist
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LUXURY BRAND MANAGEMENT
Global BBA Campus: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This specialisation is for participants attracted by the fast-growing market of luxury and fashion. Not only does it provide fundamental knowledge (design, innovation, sales, KPI, P&L, merchandising, etc.) as it also develops an in-depth understanding of the methods, customer behaviour, entry modes and terms of payments in various countries.. Sessions are led by professionals, making them highly relevant and immediately applicable to a career in leading companies in the sector.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Creativity Management
- Introduction to Luxury
- Business Elective - Lower Division
- Luxury Services and Products Management
- Pricing and Communication in luxury and Fashion
- Digital Marketing
- Luxury Brand Management
- Capstone Projects I and II
Careers
- Communication
- Visual merchandiser
- Sales
- Public relations
- POS manager
- Event manager
- Visual merchandiser
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MARKETING
Global BBA Campus: Lille, France
Students choosing to specialise in this discipline will acquire an understanding of the complex relationship between producers and consumers whose needs and price sensitivity they will analyse. They will then be ready to specialise further in one of the many domains of marketing such as international marketing, e-marketing, and B2B marketing.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Creativity Management
- Management Communication
- Business Elective - Lower Division
- Intellectual Property and Ethical Marketing
- Retail Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Brand Management
- Capstone Projects I and II
Careers
- Direct marketing manager
- Product manager
- Research marketing
- Brand manager
- Marketing manager
- Digital marketing manager
Global BBA Campus: Lille, France
This specialisation prepares students for issues related to the constantly evolving need for digital transformation in companies. The management and development of an E-commerce website, prospecting and developing traffic are also part of this specialisation. Graduates will be able to determine strategy in order to improve, monitor and analyse web-traffic.
Courses
- Introduction to Business
- Fundamentals of e-Business Models
- Introduction to Digital Transformation
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
- E-Commerce and Omnichannels
- E-Business and Social Networks
- User Experience
- Data Analytics and Traffic Management (SEO, SEA)
- Research project: Capstone I and II
Careers
- E-Business consultant
- Customer service manager
- Webmaster
- Traffic manager
- Web product manager
- Salesman
- Web designer
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GLOBAL BUSINESS
Global BBA Campus: Belo Horizonte, Brazil
This specialisation prepares students to become decision takers in multicultural international settings. Courses focus on understanding the economic, social, cultural and ethical dimensions of global business. Students gain insights into how companies develop their global strategies, allowing students to experience immersion in distinct cultures for a whole academic year in our international campuses.
Courses
- Fundamentals of Management
- Entrepreneurship and Management of SMEs
- Financial markets and Institutions
- Business Finance
- Digital Marketing
- Strategy and Value Creation
- Crisis Management
- Research Project: Capstone I and II
Careers
- Buyer
- Sales agent
- Business unit manager
- Supply chain manager
- Export manager
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FINANCIAL MARKETS
Global BBA Campus: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This specialisation is designed for students who want to work in fast-paced environments where data analysis, decision-making and understanding global economic trends are essential. Students also learn how to understand the expectations and strategies of different market participants, including institutional and private investors
Courses
- Private Equity and Credit Investments
- Hedging and Derivatives
- Sustainable Finance
- Advanced Mathematics
- Financial Modeling
- Digital Innovation In Finance
- Global Market Microstructure and Trading strategies.
Careers
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Private Equity & Private Credit Analyst
- Trading & Financial Markets Analyst
- Risk Management Analyst
- FinTech & Digital Finance Specialist
Degrees
Each graduate who completes the Double Degree programme will be awarded a Bachelor's degree in Management Sciences (240 ECTS) - Undergraduate diploma in International Business Management (DESMIE) accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, Higher Education and Research, and conferring the degree of a French «licence» (4 years of higher education – Level 6). For more information: RNCP n°40811. In addition, students receive a private Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability for Business from EADA Business School with 60 private credits, once completed the four-year programme.
Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business international campuses: Where will I study?
The Double Degree Global BBA and Bachelor in Sustainability for Business offers an unparalleled international experience, with more than 120 nationalities on our 7 BBA campuses across 5 continents, plus more than 80 exchange partner universities. Students complete one to two years of their studies abroad, becoming operational in foreign managerial culture and cross-cultural relations as they live a unique multi-campus experience.
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SPAIN: Barcelona Campus
EADA Business School
The business hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability in Europe
The Barcelona Campus was born from the partnership between SKEMA and EADA Business School. Founded in 1957, EADA Business School has maintained the values of equality, independence, personal development, academic excellence and global vision, which have traditionally characterised it. EADA has 2 Campuses located in the city center (Aragó - Campus 1 and Provença - Campus 2), designed to offer top quality training and services. Its excellent location can be easily accessed by public and private transport.
Brazil’s Silicon Valley
Present in Brazil since 2015, SKEMA has developed very rapidly and is now opening a brand new ‘city campus’ located in Funcionários, one of the most active neighbourhoods in the heart of the city of Belo Horizonte, which is set to become the digital hub of the innovation ecosystem of the capital of Minas Gerais and its 2.7 million inhabitants. This urban campus represents a new milestone in the development of SKEMA’s activities in Brazil, which involve the creation of, in addition to the business school’s activities, the SKEMA Law School for Business — a law school announced in the SKY25 Strategic Plan.
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FRANCE: Lille Campus
At the crossroads of Europe
This contemporary campus, spread across 20,000 m2, is located in the heart of the city, in the Euralille district, which is the metropolis’ business centre. Lille has one of the largest student populations in the country. The Hauts- de-France region represents an attractive centre of economic life, home to the head offices of many groups and large companies. Multinational companies are located here; as it is the logistical centre of Europe.
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U.S.A.: Raleigh Campus
In the heart of the Research - Triangle Park
This campus is located in the heart of North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus. Not far from the leading American technology park (Research triangle Park), Raleigh brings together many innovative companies and research laboratories. Students benefit from the infrastructures of one of the largest American Universities. To this dense economic fabric, we can add many universities (16 in total) and an exceptional quality of student life.
In the heart of the French Riviera
Sophia Antipolis, Europe’s leading technology park, is a laboratory of 21st-century companies and a highly-skilled community. Several major engineering schools, university establishments and research institutes are located here, creating intellectual vitality with a great student community. SKEMA benefits from the presence of over 1,500 companies around its campus.
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CHINA: Nanjing Campus
An innovative city with ancient roots
Through the International Joint Audit Institute NAU-SKEMA, the Nanjing campus combines two institutions of higher education and excellence: Nanjing Audit University and SKEMA Business School. Former capital of China, Nanjing is a major cultural and economic hub of modern China. It is recognised throughout the country for hosting innovative companies in the
fields of energy, transportation and electronics.
A new Campus in the United Arab Emirates
The new Dubai campus is located in the prestigious Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC). This business district, which is committed to excellence and openness, is located at the crossroads of the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia, and promises a rich and diversified experience for students of more than of 130 nationalities already present within the school.
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