Business Administration The University of Lancashire

Overview

The Business Administration degree at The University of Lancashire you will work alongside research-active academics and experienced supervisors. You’ll design and deliver a doctoral thesis focused on your chosen area in business and management. You will master advanced research methods, critical thinking, and data interpretation while connecting academic knowledge with professional application.

By applying research to complex business contexts, you’ll develop expertise as a strategic leader and problem solver. The DBA positions you as an influential practitioner-researcher. You'll be capable of shaping organisational strategy, informing policy, and creating meaningful change within your industry.

What you'll do

• Examine a significant organisational challenge from your own professional context. You'll explore existing evidence and apply research methods to develop a practical, informed solution that supports positive change.

• Develop and complete a doctoral project. You'll take your project from literature review and methodology to analysis and discussion. All culminating in a 50,000-word thesis.

• Strengthen your professional practice by applying research to real organisational challenges. You will generate insights that inform strategic decision making, guide leadership, and support meaningful organisational development.