Overview

Built on a partnership of over 10 years, the new Doctor of Business Administration at Fudan is delivered at the School of Economics, Fudan University in Shanghai, China; Durham University Business School in Durham, UK and the Silicon Valley in San Francisco, USA, with Fudan being the main location.

The DBA at Fudan programme of Durham University is for motivated high achievers looking to focus on finance or management, through the development of their research, as well as their analytical and critical thinking skills to the highest level. The Durham DBA at Fudan will enable you to bring an unparalleled combination of independent thinking and business knowledge to your organisation and your future career.

You will be part of two prominent research communities at Durham University Business School and the School of Economics at Fudan University – both hubs of lively debate and experienced diverse academics and managers from around the world. You will be encouraged to contribute to research activities and culture, presenting your findings at conferences and as your research develops, you’ll also be given opportunities to submit your work for publication.

Locations

The DBA at Fudan is primarily delivered at the School of Economics, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.

The module Design Thinking for Innovation will be delivered in Silicon Valley (USA), the global home of both technological innovation and the design thinking community, enabling students to observe, research and participate in product and service development processes first-hand.

In addition, either core module 3 or elective module 1 will be delivered in Durham University Business School (UK), enabling students to experience Durham and develop connections with the School’s Research Centres and the wider research community.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Practising Business Research

Strategic Visioning, Leadership and Change Management

Global Corporate Strategy

Global Financial Markets and Institutions

Applied Behaviour Analysis

Design Thinking for Innovation

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-07 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

Deadline: 6 weeks prior to the start of the programme. However, we can be flexible upon taking applications after this point if there are no visa implications for travel.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

102

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Business Administration View 97 other PhDs in Business Administration in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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102

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Masters degree in a discipline related to business and management or finance from a recognised university or other institution of higher education; or equivalent qualifications or experience.

If English is not your first language you will need IELTS 7.0 (no element below 6.0) or Pearson Test of English Overall Score 70+ (No element below 62).

You will be required to submit a research proposal of between 1,500-2,000 words as part of the selection process.

An interview will be conducted with each applicant prior to an offer being recommended.

Work experience

A minimum of two years’ business and management experience at an appropriate level.

Tuition Fee

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International

14583 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 87500 GBP for the full programme during 72 months.
National

14583 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 87500 GBP for the full programme during 72 months.

Instalments:

Year 1 - £35,000
Year 2 - £35,000
Year 3 - £8,750
Year 4 - £8,750

Living costs for Durham

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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