Overview
In the current business climate, it is increasingly important for business managers and leaders to update and advance their business knowledge and skills. Drawing on the work of international experts in our Business School you will learn about the latest management techniques and research methods.
Whatever your subsequent career, the skills and knowledge you gain will be an asset to you and help you to improve the effectiveness of your organisation and those who work in it. This Doctor of Business Administration programme is offered at the University of Hertfordshire .
Key facts
The DBA is undertaken on a part-time basis and typically takes five years to complete. It is organised around four 2-day learning workshops a year, facilitated by internationally renowned practitioners and researchers who offer contrasting perspectives on management philosophy, organisation development and methodology in management research. These structured workshops both underpin the individual programme of research that participants undertake as a key part of their studies whilst also allowing for continuous peer review and engagement.
The study route is part-time. There is no taught element to the DBA, however, the programme of study is organised around four weekend (Friday and Saturday) facilitated learning workshops per year which students are expected to attend.
What’s next for my career?
- Gain a professional doctorate, the highest professional qualification in business management
- Benefit from the knowledge of our international experts and renowned practitioners and researchers
- Develop an in-depth knowledge within your area of professional expertise
- Business and Management Studies ranked in the top 25% of UK universities for research impact
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Structure:
- There are no taught modules on this programme, however, there are four 2-day facilitated learning weekends (Friday and Saturday) a year.
- You are supported throughout your studies by a Doctoral supervisory team who will advise you from the time you enrol on the programme until you complete your Doctorate
- You will undergo two intermediate progression assessments on the programme to monitor and advise on the development of your research and a final assessment for the Doctorate.
- The final submission for your DBA must contain a written document of up to 80,000 words that presents and defends a thesis.
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Visit programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- multiple start dates available; to apply, please email the Doctoral College.
Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A first degree or equivalent plus a Master's degree (preferably in business or management) and at least five years relevant management, or management consulting, experience.
- Professional experience and achievement will be taken into account where the applicant does not have the ideal academic qualifications.
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Applies to youNon-residents8300 GBP / year≈ 8300 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents7350 GBP / year≈ 7350 GBP / year
Living costs
Hatfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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