Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
36 monthsProgramme duration
11,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan, Apr, Jul, OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Online
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a doctoral degree which addresses research in business and management. The programme enables business leaders to build the skills to design and deliver research that makes an impact, strengthen the ability to solve complex business problems, and conduct in-depth analysis of a relevant topic to develop a comprehensive thesis. Therefore, the DBA balances the rigour of academic research with the practical focus of working professionals. The thesis can be guided by the students’ personal interest and based on their professional context; allowing them to focus their research on solving real issues confronting their organisation.
Doctoral students will engage in critical analysis and research throughout the programme to address complex issues in business and management. They will gain comprehensive understanding of research methods and will be able to apply them to explore organisational and managerial practices. This way students will combine their academic and business expertise to contribute to the development of knowledge and/or professional practice in organisations.
Doctoral students will engage in critical analysis and research throughout the programme to address complex issues in business and management. They will gain comprehensive understanding of research methods and will be able to apply them to explore organisational and managerial practices. This way students will combine their academic and business expertise to contribute to the development of knowledge and/or professional practice in organisations.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Online
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a doctoral degree which addresses research in business and management. The programme enables business leaders to build the skills to design and deliver research that makes an impact, strengthen the ability to solve complex business problems, and conduct in-depth analysis of a relevant topic to develop a comprehensive thesis. Therefore, the DBA balances the rigour of academic research with the practical focus of working professionals. The thesis can be guided by the students’ personal interest and based on their professional context; allowing them to focus their research on solving real issues confronting their organisation.
Doctoral students will engage in critical analysis and research throughout the programme to address complex issues in business and management. They will gain comprehensive understanding of research methods and will be able to apply them to explore organisational and managerial practices. This way students will combine their academic and business expertise to contribute to the development of knowledge and/or professional practice in organisations.
Doctoral students will engage in critical analysis and research throughout the programme to address complex issues in business and management. They will gain comprehensive understanding of research methods and will be able to apply them to explore organisational and managerial practices. This way students will combine their academic and business expertise to contribute to the development of knowledge and/or professional practice in organisations.
Admission Requirements
6+
- Bachelor’s degree + Master’s degree/Level 7 postgraduate qualification/MBA or professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CFA, CPA) + 3 years professional experience in a mid-level management position or higher.
- Applicants who do not meet the stated entry requirements may apply via our Mature Route. You will be asked to provide evidence of five years’ managerial work experience (middle or senior level), plus transcripts of your highest qualifications achieved to date. Applications via this route are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
- RPL entry: Bachelor’s degree + non Level 7 academic or professional qualification(certificate or diploma) + 5 years of professional experience at a managerial level.
36 Months
Jan
Apr
Tuition fees
Domestic
11,000 GBP
International
11,000 GBP
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