Founded in 2011, Abu Dhabi School of Management is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Abu Dhabi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM) is a very small coeducational Emirati higher education institution. Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees in several areas of study. This 11 years old Emirati higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Emirati higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ADSM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.