Doctorate DBA (dissertation)

Program Overview

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Doctorate DBA (dissertation)

Overview

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is designed for professionals seeking to elevate their expertise in business management and leadership to the highest level. This rigorous doctoral program offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines advanced theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing graduates to address complex challenges in today’s dynamic business environment.

Program Objectives

The DBA program has the following main objectives:

• Mastery of Advanced Business Concepts: Develop a deep understanding of advanced theories, principles, and practices in business administration, enabling the analysis and resolution of complex organizational issues.
• Proficiency in Research Methodologies: Acquire advanced research skills, including quantitative and qualitative methodologies, to conduct rigorous empirical research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
• Strategic Leadership Development: Enhance leadership capabilities through the cultivation of strategic thinking, effective communication, and ethical decision-making skills essential for guiding organizations towards sustainable success.
• Global Business Acumen: Explore global perspectives on business operations, including international market dynamics, cross-cultural management, and global supply chain strategies, to navigate the complexities of the global marketplace.
• Contribution to Scholarly Discourse: Produce original scholarly research and contribute to the academic discourse in business administration through publications, presentations, and professional engagements, demonstrating thought leadership and expertise in the field.

Program Prerequisites

• MBA (or equivalent qualification) from a recognized higher education institution.
• A Master’s degree in management (or associated discipline) with a minimum of 2 years professional work experience.
• A Master’s degree in a field other than management (or related discipline) but with a minimum of 5 years professional work experience.

Curriculum

• YEAR 1
  • Research Methodology I
  • Research Methodology II
  • Publishing Your Paper (seminar)
  • Writing Research Proposal (seminar)
  • Research Proposal (seminar)
• YEAR 2
  • Software Citation Tools (seminar)
  • Thesis

Teaching Method

This program is delivered entirely online. You also have the opportunity to increase your learning by attending our webinars.

Materials

All reading materials for this course will be made accessible to you through the SSBM Online Learning Portal. Notes for each module are often downloadable, and you are able to save your current learning status and continue whenever you like.

Diploma

Upon successful completion of the DBA program, you will be awarded with a DBA / Doctor of Business Administration diploma delivered by SSBM Geneva.

DBA Specializations

The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program offers a variety of specializations to cater to diverse professional interests.

Tuition Fees

DBA Dissertation: 9.900 EUR

Admissions

Applications to the doctoral program will be reviewed by members of the Doctorate Admissions Committee who will make recommendations and decisions (accept/reject) regarding offers of admission to the DBA program. Upon receipt of the documents, a formal interview with the DBA Academic Director may be scheduled with some candidates.

Research Areas

Any topic can be considered that deals with management, finance, HR, or any other related themes, such as:

• General management
• HR topics
• Business topics
• Supply chain
• Finance
• etc.

Key Benefits

• Researcher education in management studies (theoretical and methodological competence)
• Competence to design and implement a sizable research project with a practical orientation
• A collegial network with professors and other researchers and the DBA candidates
• Competence in presenting papers in international seminars and conferences
• Writing and defending an academic doctoral thesis and research papers/articles
• Possibility to realize a sizable research/development project for an organization

Why DBA?

Our DBA program will enable you to be able to provide novel, innovative, and creative solutions to complex business problems and opportunities as well as thought leadership for organizational change.

Accreditation

DBA is accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs) which is recognized by CHEA (Council for Higher Education Accreditation).

Program Outline

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Doctorate DBA (dissertation) - Swiss School of Business and Management Geneva

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Degree Overview:

The Doctorate DBA (dissertation) program at SSBM Geneva is a professional doctorate in business administration designed for mid-career executives who already hold an MBA (or equivalent qualification). The objective is to enable participants to make significant contributions to both theory and practice in the field, and to further develop professional practice at the highest level.

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Key program features:

• Practical and research-based
• Designed for busy professionals with a flexible study structure
• Thesis research project emphasizes applied research
• Culminates in a DBA degree awarded by SSBM Geneva
• Offers optional specialization
• Includes mentorship from experienced PhD holders
• Global learning environment with students from over 130 countries

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Outline:

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Year 1:

• Research Methodology I
• Research Methodology II
• Publishing Your Paper (seminar)
• Writing Research Proposal (seminar)
• Research Proposal (seminar)

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Year 2:

• Software Citation Tools (seminar)
• Thesis

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Additional program elements:

• Optional seminars held on campus in Geneva
• Access to SSBM's online learning portal and resources
• Online learning platform with interactive model

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Teaching:

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Teaching methods:

• The program is delivered entirely online.
• Interactive and supportive teaching model.
• Utilizes a best-in-class learning management system.

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Faculty:

• Mentorship by experienced PhD holders.
• Distinguished program faculty.

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Additional teaching features:

• Opportunity to attend webinars.
• Ability to save learning progress and continue at any time.

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Careers:

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Potential career paths:

• Senior management positions
• Executive leadership roles
• Consultant roles
• Academic positions

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Career benefits:

• Develops novel, innovative, and creative solutions to complex business challenges.
• Provides thought leadership for organizational change.
• Enhances strategic thinking, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Expands professional horizons and allows for career advancement.

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Other:

• The program is accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs).
• Over 130 different countries and cultures are represented in the student body.
• The average age of students is 42 years old.
• The average work experience of students is 14 years.

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Tuition Fees DBA Dissertation: 9.900 EUR We offer various scholarship opportunities.

• This price includes all online program related costs.
Additional costs may apply in some situations.