Transform deep professional experience into doctoral expertise. Our DBA is designed for executives ready to lead organisations, shape strategy, and publish research that matters.
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Why Choose Our DBA
18 intensive modules blending applied business research with executive strategy and leadership theory.
Weekend residential intensives plus a robust online platform — built around senior professional schedules.
Learn alongside C-suite executives and senior leaders from 25+ countries in an elite cohort setting.
Dedicated faculty mentors and a structured research framework from concept to peer-reviewed publication.
Program Structure
Build rigorous qualitative and quantitative research competencies rooted in real business challenges you face today.
Deep dives into competitive dynamics, digital transformation, and enterprise-level decision-making frameworks.
Intensive residencies at partner institutions in Europe or Southeast Asia for genuine global business exposure.
Produce original, publishable research solving industry problems — supervised by world-class faculty mentors.
Alumni Stories
The DBA transformed not just how I think about business problems, but how I lead my organisation. It gave me tools no MBA could have offered.
A rigorous program that truly honours the experience you bring in. My dissertation is now shaping policy at a national level.
I was sceptical about going back to school at 44. Three years later — a doctorate, two publications, and a board directorship.
FAQ
Everything you need to know about the DBA programme
The DBA is an advanced professional doctorate designed to develop expertise in applied business research, leadership, and strategic decision-making for senior practitioners.
Candidates with a Master's degree in Management, Business Administration, or related fields are eligible. Professional experience is valued and enhances the learning journey.
The programme is typically 3 years long, combining taught modules, research methods, and an applied doctoral dissertation.
Gain expertise in management research, leadership, and strategic decision-making while boosting career prospects and opening doors to board roles and publication.
It covers strategic management, leadership, research methods, organisational development, and applied dissertation work.
It is a practice-oriented programme that combines academic rigour with real-world business research and leadership development for experienced executives.
Limited Seats Available
Next intake begins September 2025. Only 40 seats per cohort —
early applicants receive priority counselling and scholarship consideration.