Executive Doctor of Business Administration PSM Paris School of Management

Overview

This advanced, practice-oriented doctoral Executive Doctor of Business Administration programme from PSM Paris School of Management  is specifically designed for experienced executives, entrepreneurs, and senior managers who have already completed an MBA (or an equivalent qualification) and now aim to further elevate their expertise through rigorous research and practical application in real-world business settings.

The Executive DBA pathway culminates with the submission of a dissertation (thesis), which must be defended before a panel, demonstrating the candidate’s ability to generate actionable insights and contribute meaningfully to executive practice and knowledge.

The Executive DBA programmem enables experienced professionals to earn the highest academic degree in business and management—without interrupting their careers.

This flexible and research-driven programme offers a thesis track delivered fully online or in a blended format, designed to accommodate demanding executive schedules. Set in a dynamic international environment, the programme includes the opportunity to attend on-campus seminars in Paris, fostering networking and engagement with peers and faculty.

Key Outcomes 

• Advanced Research Training in management studies, with a strong foundation in both theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches

• Ability to design and implement a large-scale, practice-oriented research project addressing real organizational challenges

• Integration into a collegial network of professors, fellow researchers, and DBA candidates, fostering collaboration and exchange

• Confidence and competence in presenting research findings at international academic seminars, conferences, and executive forums

• Capability to write and defend a high-quality doctoral thesis, along with research papers or articles suitable for publication