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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Duration

4 years

Intake

May, September, January

Degree

PhD

Program Overview

The Doctor of Business Administration is the highest level of study in the field of business and management. It is designed for experienced professionals who want to take their thinking and their careers to the next level. This course is ideal for those who wish to explore challenging workplace questions and find practical solutions to them.

The DBA is a professional doctorate, which means it combines academic study with real-world experience. It is equivalent to a PhD, but instead of focusing only on theory, it is based on applied research. This means students work on actual problems from their own jobs or industries and try to find answers that are both useful and meaningful.

The course has two parts. Part One involves a set of taught modules. These help you build your critical thinking, analytical skills, and understanding of business research. You will examine real companies and situations, learning how to ask the right questions and think critically about what is happening. You will also improve your knowledge of how businesses work and how to study them in a professional and detailed way. 

Key Information

University

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Campus

Birmingham , UK

Total Credits

360

Study Mode

Full-time

Loan Availability

No

Program Details

Duration

4 years

Tuition Fee:

Format

Full-time

Attendance:

On Campus Learning

Study Gap:

10 years

Fees & Funding:

Overseas (Full-time): £16,800 (USD 22,862) per year

Course Structure

You’ll build strong analytical skills, learn research methods, and explore key theories in business research. Taught modules link directly to your work, helping you identify a real-world challenge to study while preparing for independent applied research in Part II.

Part I

Quantitative Research Methods (30 credits)
Visions for the Future: Theoretical Perspectives on Management (30 credits)
Research Principles and Philosophy (30 credits)
Critical Literature Review for Doctoral Research (30 credits)
Converting Research into Practice (30 credits)
Advancing to Doctoral Research Stage (30 credits)

 

You’ll carry out a major applied research project focused on a workplace issue. Supported by supervision, your Doctor of Business Administration thesis will deliver practical insights, demonstrate leadership, and support your professional development, career advancement, and contribution to innovation in your field.

Part II

Research Dissertation (360 credits)

Entry Requirement

Academic

Language

IELTS - 6.0

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