Our Mission

At Mastercard, we’re committed to fueling global economies and enabling progress in over 200 countries and territories. Together with our partners, we strive to build a more sustainable economy that benefits all. By offering secure, simple, and smart digital payment options, we make everyday transactions seamless and accessible. Our innovative technology, strong partnerships, and global network work in unison to deliver a unique range of products and services that empower individuals, businesses, and governments to reach their full potential.

Position Title and Overview

Associate Analyst – Account & Product Management
Launch Graduate Program 2025 – Dubai (Preference for UAE Nationals)

Position Description

Our Mission

We’re dedicated to enabling a connected, inclusive digital economy that serves everyone, everywhere—making transactions secure, efficient, and accessible. By leveraging secure data, robust networks, and passionate collaboration, we drive innovation that supports people, institutions, governments, and enterprises in achieving their goals. Our “Decency Quotient” shapes our culture—fostering inclusion and respect for every employee’s strengths, perspectives, and experiences. Diversity strengthens our team, helping us make smarter decisions, promote innovation, and deliver stronger results.

Program Summary

Graduate Launch Program 2025 – Associate Analyst, Account & Product Management
This 18-month global development initiative provides recent graduates with hands-on experience and exposure across Mastercard. Participants complete two 9-month rotations to expand their capabilities and discover diverse career paths. It’s more than a job—it’s a career launchpad at Mastercard.

Functional Opportunities

Please indicate your preferred function when applying or note if you’re open to all options. This helps align your profile to the best-fitting opportunity.

For 2025, Graduate Launch positions are available in the following tracks:

Product Management

• Support data interpretation while accounting for context and potential inconsistencies

• Understand Mastercard’s operations and the value creation process within the payments chain

• Build awareness of key business issues and stakeholders through research and analysis

• Ask insightful questions to translate business requirements into functional outcomes

Account Management

• Define and implement customer-specific sales strategies in line with regional goals, focusing on volume, revenue, and market share growth

• Manage ongoing client relationships and identify new opportunities

• Collaborate with clients to offer tailored solutions and strategic support

• Oversee pipeline activities at the account level

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be available to start on 3rd March 2025 or 1st September 2025

• Must be in final year of study or recently graduated (not earlier than September 2024) in Business, Management, Economics, or a related field

• Must hold a valid UAE visa

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability

• Strategic mindset with strong conceptual thinking

• Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

• Self-driven, proactive, and results-oriented, with excellent analytical and strategic thinking

Security and Compliance

Anyone accessing Mastercard systems, data, or infrastructure carries a responsibility for maintaining information security. This includes:
• Adhering to Mastercard’s security policies
• Protecting the confidentiality and accuracy of accessed information
• Reporting any security issues or breaches
• Completing required security training on time, per company standards