A 3-year executive doctoral program (Level-8 equivalent) designed for applied, practice-driven research and strategic leadership.
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a terminal professional doctorate designed for senior managers, executives, consultants, entrepreneurs, and policy leaders seeking to apply advanced research to complex, real-world business challenges. Unlike a traditional PhD (theory-dominant), the DBA emphasizes applied research, strategic decision-making, organizational transformation, and evidence-based management.
| Year | Focus | Key Output |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Doctoral Foundations & Research Design | Approved Research Proposal |
| Year 2 | Advanced Research & Applied Inquiry | Data Collection & Analysis |
| Year 3 | Thesis Completion & Defense | Doctoral Thesis & Viva |
Graduates are prepared for senior leadership and advanced advisory roles such as: