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This Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a 3-year, part-time doctoral program aimed at experienced managers who want to bring impact to their organization and/or society by leveraging academic research to solve concrete organizational problems. With cohorts in both France and California, USA, the program is adapted to the busy lives of professionals and academics.
What is the Global DBA?
The Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a professional doctoral degree for experienced executives, managers, and consultants who want to solve complex organizational challenges through academic research. Unlike a traditional PhD, the DBA emphasizes practical application, allowing you to conduct research directly relevant to your industry while maintaining your career.
From day one, participants begin working on their research with guidance from subject matter experts who provide personalized supervision throughout the program. The program is designed to support long-term research projects that are highly relevant to management practice and grounded in current scientific knowledge. It connects the business and research communities to drive change and foster progress through original, publishable research.
Program Highlights
Complete a 3-year part-time doctorate (extendable to 5 years) while maintaining your full-time career
Study across Global Hubs in France, Europe, North America, Asia, and MENA through 4 in-person, week-long core research seminars, online applied workshops, and advanced research masterclasses
Join an international cohort of executives building a truly global professional network
Earn a terminal degree from a top research-ranked, triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)
Participate in optional Advanced Research Masterclasses drawing from Global Hub expertise and networks
Why Choose the Global DBA from GEM?
Learn from Internationally Recognized Scholars: Benefit from experienced supervision from day one. Access cutting-edge methodologies and publication opportunities throughout your journey. All DBA supervisors are experienced business scholars, giving you the latest approaches and techniques in your field.
Experience Diverse Business Contexts: Study across multiple continents through our global hub network in France, Europe, North America, Asia, and MENA. Gain diverse regional business perspectives while building an international professional network that spans the globe.
Connect with the DBA Community: Join an active community through regional networking events, global conferences at rotating hub locations, and hub-based research collaborations. Engage with a network of scholars and practitioners who share your commitment to rigorous, impactful research.
Benefit from 30+ Years of Excellence: As Europe’s DBA pioneer, GEM has produced 500+ intellectual contributions to business practice through DBA alumni publications, conference presentations, and applied research since 1993.
Access Comprehensive Research Support: Access specialized statistical software, extensive e-library resources, business databases, and publication guidance to support your doctoral journey and ensure research excellence.
Earn a Globally Recognized Terminal Degree: Graduate with credentials recognized worldwide by top universities and leading corporations. As a terminal degree from a triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS), the DBA opens doors in both academia and industry.
Contact us now to discuss your research goals!
Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Blended
This Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a 3-year, part-time doctoral program aimed at experienced managers who want to bring impact to their organization and/or society by leveraging academic research to solve concrete organizational problems. With cohorts in both France and California, USA, the program is adapted to the busy lives of professionals and academics.
What is the Global DBA?
The Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a professional doctoral degree for experienced executives, managers, and consultants who want to solve complex organizational challenges through academic research. Unlike a traditional PhD, the DBA emphasizes practical application, allowing you to conduct research directly relevant to your industry while maintaining your career.
From day one, participants begin working on their research with guidance from subject matter experts who provide personalized supervision throughout the program. The program is designed to support long-term research projects that are highly relevant to management practice and grounded in current scientific knowledge. It connects the business and research communities to drive change and foster progress through original, publishable research.
Program Highlights
Complete a 3-year part-time doctorate (extendable to 5 years) while maintaining your full-time career
Study across Global Hubs in France, Europe, North America, Asia, and MENA through 4 in-person, week-long core research seminars, online applied workshops, and advanced research masterclasses
Join an international cohort of executives building a truly global professional network
Earn a terminal degree from a top research-ranked, triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)
Participate in optional Advanced Research Masterclasses drawing from Global Hub expertise and networks
Why Choose the Global DBA from GEM?
Learn from Internationally Recognized Scholars: Benefit from experienced supervision from day one. Access cutting-edge methodologies and publication opportunities throughout your journey. All DBA supervisors are experienced business scholars, giving you the latest approaches and techniques in your field.
Experience Diverse Business Contexts: Study across multiple continents through our global hub network in France, Europe, North America, Asia, and MENA. Gain diverse regional business perspectives while building an international professional network that spans the globe.
Connect with the DBA Community: Join an active community through regional networking events, global conferences at rotating hub locations, and hub-based research collaborations. Engage with a network of scholars and practitioners who share your commitment to rigorous, impactful research.
Benefit from 30+ Years of Excellence: As Europe’s DBA pioneer, GEM has produced 500+ intellectual contributions to business practice through DBA alumni publications, conference presentations, and applied research since 1993.
Access Comprehensive Research Support: Access specialized statistical software, extensive e-library resources, business databases, and publication guidance to support your doctoral journey and ensure research excellence.
Earn a Globally Recognized Terminal Degree: Graduate with credentials recognized worldwide by top universities and leading corporations. As a terminal degree from a triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS), the DBA opens doors in both academia and industry.
Academic Qualifications: Candidates should hold or expect to hold a Master's degree in management (MBA, MA, MSc, or equivalent) or in a related discipline from an accredited institution. Professional Experience: Candidates should have at least five years of professional managerial experience either pre- or post-master's degree. Language Requirements: - All of the DBA workshops are conducted in English. - GMAT or other English tests are not requested, however, English abilities will be evaluated by the Academic Director during the interview.
3 Years
Nov
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Blended
This Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a 3-year, part-time doctoral program aimed at experienced managers who want to bring impact to their organization and/or society by leveraging academic research to solve concrete organizational problems. With cohorts in both France and California, USA, the program is adapted to the busy lives of professionals and academics.
What is the Global DBA?
The Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a professional doctoral degree for experienced executives, managers, and consultants who want to solve complex organizational challenges through academic research. Unlike a traditional PhD, the DBA emphasizes practical application, allowing you to conduct research directly relevant to your industry while maintaining your career.
From day one, participants begin working on their research with guidance from subject matter experts who provide personalized supervision throughout the program. The program is designed to support long-term research projects that are highly relevant to management practice and grounded in current scientific knowledge. It connects the business and research communities to drive change and foster progress through original, publishable research.
Program Highlights
Why Choose the Global DBA from GEM?
Benefit from experienced supervision from day one. Access cutting-edge methodologies and publication opportunities throughout your journey. All DBA supervisors are experienced business scholars, giving you the latest approaches and techniques in your field.
Study across multiple continents through our global hub network in France, Europe, North America, Asia, and MENA. Gain diverse regional business perspectives while building an international professional network that spans the globe.
Join an active community through regional networking events, global conferences at rotating hub locations, and hub-based research collaborations. Engage with a network of scholars and practitioners who share your commitment to rigorous, impactful research.
As Europe’s DBA pioneer, GEM has produced 500+ intellectual contributions to business practice through DBA alumni publications, conference presentations, and applied research since 1993.
Access specialized statistical software, extensive e-library resources, business databases, and publication guidance to support your doctoral journey and ensure research excellence.
Graduate with credentials recognized worldwide by top universities and leading corporations. As a terminal degree from a triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS), the DBA opens doors in both academia and industry.
Contact us now to discuss your research goals!
Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Blended
This Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a 3-year, part-time doctoral program aimed at experienced managers who want to bring impact to their organization and/or society by leveraging academic research to solve concrete organizational problems. With cohorts in both France and California, USA, the program is adapted to the busy lives of professionals and academics.
What is the Global DBA?
The Doctor of Business Administration (Global DBA) is a professional doctoral degree for experienced executives, managers, and consultants who want to solve complex organizational challenges through academic research. Unlike a traditional PhD, the DBA emphasizes practical application, allowing you to conduct research directly relevant to your industry while maintaining your career.
From day one, participants begin working on their research with guidance from subject matter experts who provide personalized supervision throughout the program. The program is designed to support long-term research projects that are highly relevant to management practice and grounded in current scientific knowledge. It connects the business and research communities to drive change and foster progress through original, publishable research.
Program Highlights
Why Choose the Global DBA from GEM?
Benefit from experienced supervision from day one. Access cutting-edge methodologies and publication opportunities throughout your journey. All DBA supervisors are experienced business scholars, giving you the latest approaches and techniques in your field.
Study across multiple continents through our global hub network in France, Europe, North America, Asia, and MENA. Gain diverse regional business perspectives while building an international professional network that spans the globe.
Join an active community through regional networking events, global conferences at rotating hub locations, and hub-based research collaborations. Engage with a network of scholars and practitioners who share your commitment to rigorous, impactful research.
As Europe’s DBA pioneer, GEM has produced 500+ intellectual contributions to business practice through DBA alumni publications, conference presentations, and applied research since 1993.
Access specialized statistical software, extensive e-library resources, business databases, and publication guidance to support your doctoral journey and ensure research excellence.
Graduate with credentials recognized worldwide by top universities and leading corporations. As a terminal degree from a triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS), the DBA opens doors in both academia and industry.
Contact us now to discuss your research goals!
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Admission Requirements
Professional Experience: Candidates should have at least five years of professional managerial experience either pre- or post-master's degree.
Language Requirements: - All of the DBA workshops are conducted in English. - GMAT or other English tests are not requested, however, English abilities will be evaluated by the Academic Director during the interview.
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