Is it worth it to apply for a BB internship in Dubai if your only knowledge of Arabic is an ability to read the alphabet & say a handful of words/sentences (visa sponsorship aside)?
Is it true that you can get by in Dubai's investment banking by knowing English alone (since that is true of social life in Dubai)
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Hi Intern in IB - Gen, any of these threads helpful:
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I hope those threads give you a bit more insight.
I was once told that the only people who speak Arabic in MENA deals are the ones who’s names start with “his highness”, and you won’t deal with them anyway
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