Doctorate In Business Administration
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Introduction
The DBA equips students with advanced skills for leadership excellence. Key outcomes include mastering strategic management, leadership theories, and global business dynamics. Emphasizing critical thinking and ethical decision-making, the program prepares graduates to lead with integrity and innovation. Through rigorous coursework and collaborative projects, students enhance communication and teamwork capabilities. Upon completion, DBA graduates emerge as strategic visionaries ready to drive organizational success and shape the future of business.
- Delivered through the core DBA program.
- Available fully in English or French.
- Designed to encompass all the main core disciplines within the field of management and business administration.
- Tailored for experienced professionals who wish to advance their knowledge, skills, and expertise in business leadership, research, and management.
DBA in Performing Arts Management
- Available fully in English, or optionally partially in French.
- In addition to the core program, this unique specialization delves into the intricacies of the performing arts industry.
DBA in Strategic Leadership
- Double-Degree from American Imperial University, FL – USA.
- Available fully in English only.
- Reserved for a select number of qualifying eligible candidates and supplements the core DBA program with a focus on cultivating expertise in strategic leadership.
DBA graduates are equipped with advanced knowledge and skills in business strategy, decision-making, leadership, and research. They are prepared to take on senior leadership roles, pursue academic careers, or contribute to consulting, research, and policy-making in the business field. The DBA degree is highly respected and recognized internationally as a prestigious qualification for business professionals seeking to advance their careers and make significant contributions to the business community.
The mission of a DBA graduate is to bridge the gap between top management decisions and operational implementation, ensuring the effective translation and execution of strategic initiatives. Thus, DBA graduates may have diverse career path opportunities and professional activities, namely they can be in senior leadership and executive positions, where their strategic thinking and decision-making abilities are highly valued. They can also work as management consultants, providing expert advice to businesses, or pursue academic careers as professors or researchers in universities and business schools.
Ideal Students
The DBA program is designed for professionals who possess significant experience and expertise in the field of management and business administration. The program is best suited for individuals who are seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills, and capabilities in order to advance their careers and make significant contributions to their respective fields.
Admissions
Curriculum
The DBA program is structured around a comprehensive curriculum that comprises three interrelated core modules, which are essential for all candidates, and an optional research-focused module that allows individuals to specialize in their area of interest. These modules are delivered through intensive and interactive 3-day on-site seminars, providing a dynamic learning environment for participants.
- Writing the Dissertation and Literature Review: Guides candidates in the process of writing and defending a comprehensive dissertation.
- Qualitative Methods for Business Research: Explores qualitative research methodologies and techniques for business-related investigations.
- Quantitative Methods for Business Research: Covers quantitative research methods and statistical analysis applicable to business research.
Special Topics (Optional): Offers an opportunity for interested candidates to delve deeper into specific topics related to their research work.
In addition to the aforesaid modules, the DBA program includes a program and research orientation session to support and enhance the learning journey of the candidates.
- Orientation: Specifically designed to provide candidates with a clear understanding of the program structure, expectations, and the path to a successful DBA journey. This session serves as a guide, helping candidates navigate through the program, select their research topic, and establish a solid foundation for their research theme.
Program Outcome
M Phil awarded by Euclea Business School, France + Dual Degree from American Imperial University, FL – USA
Career Opportunities
- CEO, CFO, COO, or other C-suite positions in large corporations
- Executive Director or President of organizations
- Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) or Director of Strategic Planning
- Strategic Analyst or Consultant
- International Business Manager or Director
- Global Strategy Consultant
- Executive Director or CEO of nonprofit organizations
- Director of Digital Strategy or Transformation
- Head of Organizational Development or Change Management
- Organizational Effectiveness Consultant
- Founder or CEO of a startup or entrepreneurial venture
- Innovation Manager or Director
- Director of Strategic Initiatives for NGOs
- Executive Coach specializing in leadership development
- Management Consultant focused on strategic leadership
- Chief Information Officer (CIO) or Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- University Professor or Researcher in business and management
- Academic Dean or Program Director
- Advisor or Consultant for government agencies on strategic initiatives
- Policy Analyst or Strategist
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with a strategic leadership focus
- Finance Director or Manager in large corporations
- Chief Medical Officer (CMO) or Healthcare Administrator
- Director of Strategic Initiatives in healthcare organizations
Program delivery
Our DBA program is designed to accommodate full-time professionals and offers a flexible structure that combines distance work with several on-site seminars and workshops, in addition to participation in relevant symposiums, colloquiums, or conferences.
The program emphasizes the ability to conduct original investigations, test ideas, and understand the wider field of knowledge related to the chosen research theme. It encourages independent thinking and the application of research findings to practical business scenarios. As such, the DBA candidate is required to show his or her ability to conduct original investigations; test, apply and examine his or her own ideas as well as others, and understand the relationship between his or her theme and a wider field of knowledge.