Business Administration (DBA) Doctorate
A business-focused professional doctorate designed for experienced professionals who want to develop advanced research expertise within the field of business and management. Research is typically organisational or sector-based and aims to contribute new knowledge to business theory, policy or
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Qualification
- Doctorate
- Location
- Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
- Intake months
- January, September
- Entry requirements
- Designed for professionals with significant experience who are seeking to develop their skills and prepare for progression into senior organisational roles. You should have: a Master's degree a minimum of three years’ relevant professional experience, evidenced through a CV and supported by references a clear and comprehensive research proposal, using the prescribed research proposal template. We recommend using the research proposal guidelines. Proposals should be submitted using this template . The proposal should include: 1. a working title 2. an overview of the proposed study 3. expected outcomes, significance, and originality 4. personal interest and motivation 5. research aims, objectives and key research questions 6. an indicative review of relevant literature 7. proposed methodology 8. a bibliography. Applicants whose first language is not English, must demonstrate proficiency
- English language requirements
- IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component, or equivalent qualification. To ensure your application is processed and to give yourself the best possible opportunity to be accepted, you must submit: 1. academic transcripts 2. a current CV 3. a professional reference 4. research proposal 5. e-visa. All shortlisted applicants are required to attend an interview. Please only submit one application for the course. If you later wish to be considered for a different