Doctorate in Business Administration
The DBA is designed for people who have achieved, or expect to achieve, senior organisational positions and who wish to develop their analytical and research skills and knowledge.
It is a professional doctorate, equivalent to a PhD but with a strong focus on applied research. Learn how to enhance professional practice by applying and developing theoretical frameworks and perspectives.
Develop the students’ proficiency in research, methodological and analytical skills.
Promote critical thinking and the ability to deal with complex, interdisciplinary facets of organisations.
Foster professional development skills.
Provide the highest level of management education.
In addition, the DBA students will be given knowledge to enhance their managerial practice and/or organisation.
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Application Processing Time in Days: 28
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
Full-Time Positions (Non-Academic & Academic)
Academic Positions (Part-Time)
Associate Lecturer(s) will be appointed on part-time basis to cater to short-term teaching requirements. After the recruitment process has concluded, the official appointment will take place three (3) to six (6) months prior to the commencement of classes or it will be subject to the availability of teaching classes.
Applicants must possess a recognised University degree. Any other relevant professional qualifications, industry experience and pedagogical training would be advantageous.
PSW Opportunity
- The International Students studying in certain institutions in Singapore are allowed to work part time for 16 hours per week as mentioned on the Ministry of Manpower website of Singapore.
- Students who have studied in the institutions mentioned on the Ministry of Manpower website of Singapore are allowed to apply for a Long Term Visitor Pass.
- They are allowed to look for a job during this time period.This is for 12 months.If the students get a job during this time period, the employer may sponsor for an Employment pass.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 25 years and have the following academic qualifications:
Applicants should have a Master's degree in a subject related to business and/or management (for example MBA), together with a minimum of three years of managerial experience.
Applicants will also be asked to send a short research proposal.
All applicants will be interviewed and must show that they have undertaken recent and relevant study or practice in the field of business and/or management
Note: All applications are subject to University approval.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must possess one of the following:
IELTS 6.5 (with no elements lower than 5.5)
OR
University approved equivalent
Criteria for Admission to the Programme
The DBA is designed for people who have achieved, or expect to achieve, senior organisational positions and/or who wish to enhance their analytical and research skills and knowledge. Applicants should have a Master degree award in a subject related to Business and/or Management (for example MBA, MSc Project Management, MA HRM, MSc Engineering Management, MSc Oil & Gas Management), together with a minimum of three years' managerial experience. The applicants will be asked to send a short research proposal.
All prospective students will be interviewed: the applicants must show they have recent and relevant study or practice in the field of business and/or management.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 02 Year 03 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
44940 SGD
Annual Cost of Living: 10400 SGD
Application Fee: 481 SGD