Doctor Of Philosophy (PhD) In Business Administration
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Duration
36 Months
Pedagogy
Blended
Tuition Fee
£ 8,000 £ 14,000
Doctor Of Philosophy (PhD) In Business Administration
The 180 ECTS DBA in Business Administration program equips business students, managers, practitioners, and leaders with advanced knowledge, research capabilities, and analytical skills to address complex organizational challenges. Unlike other advanced programs, this DBA emphasizes the application of theoretical concepts to practical business issues, fostering transformative learning and enhanced research proficiency. Participants develop the ability to view business scenarios from innovative perspectives and apply research methodologies to devise solutions that promote organizational growth, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
This flexible and rigorous program is delivered entirely online, allowing students to progress at their own pace. Depending on their chosen pathway—Coursework or Research—students typically complete the program within three years. However, research-focused candidates may achieve their qualification in less than three years.
The DBA program emphasizes applied research, enabling participants to implement their learning directly into their organizational contexts. The curriculum is designed to develop critical skills, including research proficiency, analytical thinking, effective communication, presentation techniques, and leadership in change management.
After completing the program, students will have the ability to:
- Develop qualitative and quantitative research skills essential for doctoral-level investigations.
- Apply effective strategies for managing human resources in complex organizational settings.
- Analyze and address competitive challenges using strategic management frameworks.
- Explore the evolution of business theories and their application to contemporary practices.
- Master principles of asset valuation, risk diversification, and financial risk mitigation.
- Evaluate individual and group behaviours to optimize organizational performance.
- Enhance leadership, communication, and motivation skills for strategic management success.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.Entry requirement
Master’s or an equivalent recognized academic title in Business and Management
Master’s or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over five years of managerial and/or business experience
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over eight years of managerial and/or business experience
English Language Proficiency:
Our programs are conducted in the English language. As such, you must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by submitting one of the following test scores during the application process:
IELTS Overall: 5.5
TOEFL (iBT: 58+; PBT: 490+; CBT: 167+)
TOEIC Overall: 555+
PTE Overall: 50+
Duolingo Overall: 90+
English Proficiency Waivers:
The English proficiency test is not required for the following candidates:
– Native English Speakers, OR;
– Applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e. High School Diploma or IB), OR;
– Applicants having completed their undergraduate or graduate studies in English, OR;
– 2 years of work experience in an organization where English is the primary language of communication.
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What you'll learn
Module 1
ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
Module 2
ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
This module will equip students with the qualitative and quantitative principles to undertake research at the doctorate level. The research principles will include a review of theoretical principles informed by Research Philosophy and Research Approach along with empirical research principles involving Research Strategy, Data Collection Method and Data Analysis Method. Additionally, students will be equipped to make appropriate judgements based on ethical practices during the PhD research.
Module 3
ADVANCED HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT P
This module will aim at the management of human beings in a complex organisation; recruiting, selecting, training, promoting & motivating human beings. Increasing personal loyalties & managing personnel to elevate individual contribution, increasing quality & lowering operational costs.
Module 4
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS ANALYSIS
The course presents conceptual frameworks and models which will assist students to analyze competitive situations and strategic dilemmas and gaining insight into strategic management. This course will provide a synthesis of previous course materials within the business programmes. Lectures are supplemented with case studies.
Module 5
GLOBAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
The objective of this course is to provide the principles of asset valuation and financing in competitive global financial markets. The course is organized around the three main ideas in Finance: The time value of money, Diversification and risk, Arbitrage and hedging. The time value of money is a basic determinant in the valuation of assets such as bonds, stocks, futures, and options. The classes on diversification and risk provide a thorough grounding in the trade-off between risk and return given by modern portfolio theory. In discussing arbitrage and hedging, we demonstrate how to hedge market risk, interest rate risk, and foreign exchange risk. This involves using futures and options.
Module 6
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
Organizational Behavior examines the dynamics of individuals, groups, and structures within organizations to improve effectiveness and workplace culture. The course explores key topics such as motivation, leadership, communication, team dynamics, and decision-making. It emphasizes understanding and managing organizational change, diversity, and conflict. Learners analyze real-world scenarios to develop strategies for fostering productivity and employee satisfaction. Practical insights equip professionals to create positive, high-performing organizational environments.
Module 7
ADVANCED BUSINESS THEORIES
The course aims at helping PhD candidates develop an appreciation for the intellectual growth of business as a discipline. Students will have an opportunity to view the historical growth of the field from an economic to a behaviourally-based discipline. By studying multiple articles on each topic, students will gain an understanding of the way academic knowledge is developed as well as being exposed to contemporary social science methods.
Module 8
ADVANCED MANAGEMENT
This module captures the essence of research in advanced theory and practice of business management that include areas such as Analysis of modern management theories, Development of organizations, Dynamics of organizational behaviour and relationship to effective administration in addition to the Models of communication, motivation, and leadership.
Module 9
Segment 2 - RESEARCH/THESIS
Here, in this segment, you will produce an academic standard research report. This segment will last nominally for two years.
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