PhD Business Administration

Ph.D.

Degree: PhD

Tuition Fee: €6200

Study Format: Online

Duration 30-36 Months

About the program

The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program is a research-focused, practice-oriented doctoral degree designed for experienced professionals seeking to advance their knowledge of business theory and practice. The program emphasizes critical thinking, advanced research methods, and strategic leadership. Through independent research and applied projects, students develop innovative solutions to real-world business challenges, contributing to both academic knowledge and industry practice.

Program Curriculum

180

Year 1 (Semester 1-2)

Introduction to Advanced Graduate Studies (DBA7000)
Strategic Decision Making for Competitive Advantage (DBA7200)
Quantitative Research and Analysis (DBA7300)
Global Economics (DBA7400)
Legal Environment of Global Business (DBA7500)
International Finance (DBA7600)
Global Ethics – Policies, Rules, Regulations (DBA7700)

Year 2 (Semester 3-4)

Innovative Marketing in Globally Diverse Markets (DBA7800)
Management and Technological Systems (DBA7900)
Risk Management and Assessment Project (DBA8000)
Apprenticeship or Consulting Capstone (DBA8100)
Doctoral Study Proposal (DBA8300)
Doctoral Study Culmination (DBA8400)

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of a Ph.D. program, students will be able to:

Conduct Original Research: Design, execute, and present original research that contributes new knowledge to the field of study.
Master Research Methodology: Apply advanced qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research techniques to investigate complex issues.
Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Analyze and synthesize academic literature to identify gaps in knowledge and frame new research questions.
Advance Scholarly Communication: Produce high-quality academic publications, conference papers, and research presentations.
Apply Ethical Research Practices: Uphold ethical standards in research design, data collection, and dissemination of findings.
Foster Intellectual Leadership: Lead and contribute to scholarly communities through peer review, collaboration, and academic discourse.
Develop Pedagogical Skills: Acquire teaching and mentorship skills to support the next generation of scholars and professionals.
Contribute to Theoretical and Practical Knowledge: Bridge theory and practice by developing innovative insights and solutions for real-world challenges.