Program Duration:

• Typically 3 to 4 years (part-time or full-time, depending on the institution and student’s schedule).

Eligibility Criteria:

• A Master’s degree (typically an MBA or similar business-related qualification) from a recognized university.
• Significant work experience in a managerial or executive role (usually 5+ years).
• Some programs may require a research proposal or statement of purpose outlining the candidate’s research interests.
• GMAT/GRE scores may not be required, but certain programs may still ask for a portfolio of achievements or leadership roles.

Program Structure:
The DBA program combines rigorous academic coursework with professional practice and research. It typically includes core courses, seminars, workshops, and a dissertation or final project. The focus is on solving practical business issues through in-depth research, which enhances the student’s ability to apply business theory to real-world contexts.

1. Coursework and Seminars:
   Students engage in high-level coursework covering key areas such as business strategy, leadership, organizational behavior, and advanced research methods. These courses provide the foundation for the student’s research and business practice.
2. Research Proposal and Dissertation:
   The core component of the DBA program is the completion of a dissertation or applied research project. Students identify significant business problems, conduct original research, and propose solutions grounded in theory and real-world practice.
3. Practical Application:
   The DBA is designed for professionals looking to make immediate, tangible improvements in their businesses. Students use their own organizations (or external organizations) as research settings to explore business challenges and develop solutions. This hands-on approach ensures that the research conducted has direct practical application.
4. Executive Workshops and Peer Learning:
   Workshops and seminars offer opportunities to collaborate with fellow senior business professionals. The peer learning aspect of the DBA fosters valuable networking, exchange of ideas, and development of leadership strategies that can be directly applied to participants’ own business practices.

Core Subjects:

• Strategic Management: Advanced concepts in strategy formulation, competitive advantage, and strategic decision-making.
• Leadership and Organizational Development: Developing leadership qualities, managing organizational change, and fostering innovation within organizations.
• Research Methods in Business: Methodological approaches to conducting rigorous business research, including qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Global Business and Economics: Understanding the international business environment and managing cross-border challenges.
• Ethical and Social Responsibility in Business: Exploring ethical decision-making and corporate social responsibility in modern business.
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Driving innovation, managing start-ups, and understanding entrepreneurial challenges in business.
• Financial Management: Advanced financial strategies, corporate finance, and resource management.

Practical Components:

• Research Project: The DBA culminates in an applied research project or dissertation that directly addresses a real business problem, making a significant contribution to business practice.
• Workshops and Case Studies: Interactive sessions that encourage students to analyze real-world business cases, discuss current trends, and explore solutions to contemporary challenges.
• Networking and Collaboration: Opportunities to engage with a community of high-level professionals, providing a platform for knowledge-sharing and collaboration.

Skills Acquired:

• Advanced Leadership Skills: Ability to lead teams, organizations, and entire business units with strategic foresight and operational efficiency.
• Research and Analytical Expertise: Mastery of research methodologies that can be applied to business challenges, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Advanced skills in identifying complex business problems and developing effective solutions.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically and develop strategies that improve business performance and sustainability.
• Global Business Understanding: Insight into the global business landscape and the ability to manage cross-cultural and international business dynamics.
• Change Management: Skills in navigating and leading organizations through change and transformation.