Doctorate of Business Administration, D.B.A. | Part time | Grenoble School of Management | Grenoble, France
36 months
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17000 EUR/year
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About

The Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) from Grenoble is a tailored, 3-year, part-time, internationally recognized Doctoral program aimed at business leaders and academics who want to enhance their career by leveraging research to solve complex issues. The program is adapted to the busy lives of professionals, located in France and California and delivered in a hybrid, flexible format.

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Overview

Overview

  • Strategic locations: California - France - Online
  • Engaging hybrid format - complete while working full time
  • 3-years, part-time, live online with (4) in-person seminars
  • 550+ alumni / 70 nationalities / cohort: small, personalized, international
  • Entry Requirements: Master's degree + a minimum of five years of professional experience 
  • Language: English
  • Recognition: Triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS).This program is one of a dozen DBA programs in the world to be accredited by AMBA.
  • Scholarships available for early applications. Start date: November, 2023

Program Highlights

30 years doctoral experience / 1st DBA program in Europe / triple-accredited program renown for excellence

A Reputation for Research Excellence

The DBA from Grenoble Ecole de Management has a strong reputation for academic excellence. Designed for those seeking to excel in applied research, this program offers participants the support necessary to publish scholarship that impacts business and society. With more than 1,500 intellectual contributions to business practices, our DBA alumni have created a significant impact in numerous fields.

A Program Designed for Experienced Managers

The DBA program is designed to help students balance their academic, professional, and personal responsibilities with coursework and content delivered according to a part-time schedule in a flexible, hybrid format. 

Faculty Expertise / Supervision from Day 1

Our international faculty is comprised of industry experts and is strongly engaged in producing world-class research - One of the few DBA programs to offer the support of a highly qualified, research-active supervisor from Day 1.

Flexible, Hybrid Format

The DBA is delivered in an engaging synchronous online format with dedicated Research Seminars: (1) in Grenoble, (1) in Paris, (1) in Los Angeles (online option), and (1) Online. The program also includes regular live online courses, frequent contact and guidance from a dedicated Supervisor, qualifying deliverables and milestones, and final dissertation. 

Strategic Locations

The DBA France program from Grenoble is comprised of an international cohort from all over the world and is designed for those seeking to expand their global network. Participants are invited to join our DBA USA cohort for two of the on-campus seminars in Grenoble & Paris, France.  

A Global Community of Scholars

With DBA locations in France and the USA, Grenoble Ecole de Management continues to build an active international network that includes more than 550+ DBA alumni. The program is designed to facilitate networking and collaboration with fellow students, alumni and faculty through conferences, workshops, and publishing opportunities.

Dissertation Tailored to Career Goals / Dedicated Services

The program is centered around an impact-oriented dissertation tailored to your career goals and supported by an industry-expert supervisor. Additionally, students receive access and training in statistical and specialized software, extensive e-library services, business and social sciences databases, online scholarly and professional journals, and more.

Accreditation

Research Excellence
  • Top 1% of business schools globally to be triple-accredited (AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS)
  • One of only a few elite DBA programs in the world to be accredited by AMBA.
  • Grenoble Ecole de Management is a member of the Executive DBA Council.
  • CEO Magazine Top DBA Listing 2022
  • Ranked Top 7 in Research - Shanghai 2022 Ranking

Programme Structure

The Grenoble DBA program has a strong emphasis on Research Methodology. The curriculum allows students to tailor the program to their specific interests and career goals. Required coursework includes (3) On-Campus Research Seminars, (1) Online Research Seminar*, (8) Online Workshops, and is marked by qualifying deliverables and milestones over three years. Two of the on-campus seminars and all of the online workshops are held with our DBA USA cohort, allowing for excellent networking opportunities.Cohort schedules and locations vary. Please visit website for details.

DBA Impact

The DBA program enables students to:

  • Understand state-of-the-art research in their fields of study; 
  • ​Acquire the necessary understanding and expertise in methods and techniques for research design, data collection, and data analysis;
  • Conduct, write, and disseminate high-quality, doctoral-level research;
  • Achieve a greater level of effectiveness as a professional practitioner in managing technology, innovation, and change;
  • Gain legitimacy as researchers and faculty members in both academic and non-academic environments

Audience

The DBA offers senior managers, consultants, and academics the opportunity to leverage their careers and/or to make a transition into the highest levels of academia. The DBA is a degree for those seeking to link corporate experience to rigorous and relevant research. It is for professionals seeking to transition towards academic careers or looking to be recognized experts in their fields.

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 36 months
    • Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Monthly rolling application deadlines until August. Scholarships may be available for early applicants, profile pending.

Language

English

Delivered

Blended
  • Self-paced, Semi-structured
  • Regular optional meetings, Regular mandatory meetings
  • Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
  • Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions)

Academic requirements

We request an MBA / Master’s degree or equivalent and fluency in English.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • DBA program candidates are recruited from all over the world and come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Generally, they are high-level professionals, such as managers or executives with advanced degrees in business disciplines. 

  • We request a Master’s degree or equivalent, fluency in English and at least 5 years of managerial experience. For the application, we ask our candidates to write a preliminary research proposal.
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Work experience

At least 5 years of managerial experience. Most candidates have 10-20 years experience.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    17000 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 17000 EUR per year during 36 months.
  • EU/EEA

    17000 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 17000 EUR per year during 36 months.

DBA France

Year 1* 17 000 € / Year 2* 17 000 € / Year 3* 16 000 €

DBA USA

Year 1* $20,000 USD / Year 2* $20,000 USD / Year 3* $20,000 USD

Living costs for Grenoble

882 - 1220 EUR /month
Living costs

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

Funding

FINANCING YOUR DBA

Talking to Your Employer about Sponsorship 

The DBA is a self-financed program. The tuition fees are divided into yearly payments for your convenience. We are a part-time, executive-level program and do not offer full-ride scholarships. 

For many students, obtaining sponsorship from their organization is an option. Discuss with your employer how your enhanced skills and project goals could align with your company’s objectives. 

Scholarships 

Scholarships of 5k euros may be awarded to outstanding, self-funded applicants.

Sallie Mae Loans

Private student loans for US citizens and residents.

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12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2023
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
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1000 EUR
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30 Jun 2024
Studely Scholarship Program for International Students
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Studely
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10252 EUR
Deadline
30 Jun 2024
Merit scholarship from the Cyprus State Scholarship Foundation
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Campus France
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1000 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2023
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1500 USD
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31 Jul 2024
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Various benefits
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30 Jun 2024
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Various benefits
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30 Nov 2023
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1000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2024
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2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2024
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SETC
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4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
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Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
Zuckerman Israeli Postdoctoral Scholars Program
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Zuckerman Scholars
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60000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
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Zuckerman Scholars
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10000 USD
Deadline
19 Feb 2024
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3500 USD
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15 Nov 2024
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Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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U.S. government
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1000 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
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Support Creativity
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
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Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
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Aga Khan Foundation
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1500 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
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1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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IELTS from 6 to 9
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1000 USD
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30 Jun 2024
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
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1500 EUR
Deadline
15 Oct 2023
Haniel Scholarship
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38000 GBP
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Marshall Scholarships
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Grant
1250 USD
Deadline
15 Oct 2023
Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
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SHAPE America
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5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2024
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1500 USD
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10 Oct 2023
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40000 AUD
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30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
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40000 AUD
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30 Sep 2023
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40000 AUD
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30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
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500 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
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Biotin Xtreme Hair Care
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2023
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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90000 AUD
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World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
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The Ramsay Centre
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3000 USD
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3000 USD
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