DBA Doctorate in Business Administration
The Doctorate in Business Administration has been designed in order to provide the necessary knowledge and expertise to managers and leaders in the business and industrial sector. The doctorate combines modules in advanced management theory and practice alongside training in the necessary methodologies and techniques to carry out research in business and management. The main aim of our Doctorate of Business Administration is to assist career professionals who wish to enhance, contribute and transform how they work.
What will you study?
- The DBA covers essential concepts of business management and research, including management and administrative theories, research and business models and research methods.
- You will learn how to apply management research techniques and concepts to the drafting of a business related thesis. Our unique approach to the DBA involves both experienced academics and senior business professionals to help mentor you through your research.
- Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills, which are vital for successful management in the business sector.
- In the last two years, you will carry out research and prepare a dissertation on a relevant topic of your choice.
- All students will have the option to learn German.
Programme Structure
The modules of the DBA are offered via the blended learning method. Students will attend the online modules via the Uninettuno University platform and face-to-face at the BSBI campus in Berlin.
During the online modules, students will have the opportunity to attend extracurricular face-to-face seminars. Also, they will be able to access the online version of the modules they will attend on campus. This way, a holistic approach is achieved.
Why study this course?
The Doctorate in Business Administration has been designed in order to provide the necessary knowledge and expertise to managers and leaders of the business and industrial sector.
The doctorate combines taught modules in advanced management theory and practice along with training in the necessary methodologies and techniques to carry out doctoral research in business and management. The main aim of our Doctorate of Business Administration is to assist career professionals who wish to enhance, contribute and transform how they work.
Attending this prestigious course will give your academic and professional aspirations a huge boost at the top level.
In addition, BSBI’s blended study mode means that you will have the flexibility to fit the course around your schedule, including work and family responsibilities.
Duration: 4 years (possibility for direct entry in year 3)
Campus: Berlin, Germany
Campus Information
BSBI Berlin
Intakes
- Feb
- May
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 25
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Careers Services
Our dedicated Careers Centre helps students and alumni to reach their career goals, develop plans and realise their potential. We have a number of specialised career services and aim to build long-lasting relationships with alumni and employers. Our services include:
- Career guidance
- Interview coaching
- CV workshops
- Guest speaker events
Career Workshops
We also build strategic partnerships with local firms and associations to organise networking events for students to meet employers. Our Careers Centre allows you to:
- Keep up to date with events on and off campus
- Talk to recruiters and find out what your industry needs
- Get personal coaching and advice from the professionals
- Learn how to network, interview and negotiate with confidence
- Book appointments directly with the Careers Services team
- Get job ads based on your unique search preference using Job Teaser
PSW Opportunity
PSW is 1 year
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Minimum age 23
Academic qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution in a business related discipline; a master’s degree or a Level 7 postgraduate qualification, or an MBA from a recognised Institution.
Applicants with degrees in other disciplines and applicants with no bachelor’s or master’s degree, but with other academic qualifications and significant professional experience at executive level are also welcome to apply. Their acceptance might be subject to successfully sitting to an entrance test and an interview.
Research proposal: applicants will also have to submit a detailed research proposal which will include: research topic rationale, aims and objectives, primary and secondary research questions, methodology, research structure and design, initial literature review.
English language requirements:
IELTS – minimum score of 7.0 (minimum 6.0 in each component), or;
PTE – minimum score of 65 or equivalent.
English proficiency requirements can be waived for native English speakers, applicants who completed their education in English (such as a high school diploma or IB) and applicants who completed their undergraduate degree in English in an English-speaking country.
*According to the Università Telematica Internazionale UNINETTUNO admission criteria.
- Course Type: Blended
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
60000 EUR
Annual Cost of Living: 10200 EUR
Application Fee: N/A