Highlights
Tuition fee
8300 GBP / year
7350 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
8300 GBP / year
7350 GBP / year
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Duration
60 months
Duration
60 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
Anytime
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Start date
Anytime
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Campus location
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Campus location
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Doctor of Business Administration at the University of Hertfordshire offers the opportunity for those with an enthusiasm for learning to gain a professional doctorate, the highest level of professional qualification available in business and management.

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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

Programme 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.

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
  • multiple start dates available; to apply, please email the Doctoral College.

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
79
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Hatfield, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
First Class

English requirements

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120
TOEFL® IBT
79
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6.5

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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.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    8300 GBP / year
    8300 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    7350 GBP / year
    7350 GBP / year

Living costs

Hatfield

United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Business Administration.

Available Scholarships

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Grant
Various benefits
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Aga Khan Foundation

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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PETRONAS Education Scholarships
Merit-based

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Jul 2026
ETS India

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
LPDP (Indonesia Endowment for Education)

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
20 INR
Deadline
Not specified
Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation loan scholarships
Merit-based

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
King’s Award Scholarship (£2000)

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Chevening Scholarship

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
King’s Award Clearing Scholarship (£2000)

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Study Abroad - 20% Discount

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
3500 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Super Early Bird Payment Scholarship

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Full payment discount

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - Herts Alumni 20% Discount

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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based

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Junhua Li
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
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CIAPS Commonwealth Scholarships for Postgraduate Professional Studies

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CIAPS 
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
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AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
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