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Program Overview
The Executive Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at SSBM equips mid-career and senior executives with advanced research and leadership skills for C-suite positions. Delivered online with optional campus seminars, the program emphasizes practical, research-based approaches to business challenges and fosters a global community of diverse students and industry leaders. Graduates gain expertise in solving complex business problems, enhancing their career prospects and salary potential.
Program Outline
Degree Overview: Executive Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Objective:
Equip participants with the ability to make significant contributions to both theory and practice in the field of business, while fostering professional practice at the highest level. The program is designed for mid-career and senior executives who aim to move towards C-suite leadership positions.
Program Highlights:
- Focus on practical, research-based approaches to business and industry.
- Led by experienced mentors from prestigious universities worldwide.
- Delivers Swiss quality education through a unique learning experience.
- Global community of diverse students and industry leaders.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Research Methodology I & II
- Publishing Your Paper (seminar)
- Writing and Preparing Research Proposal
Year 2:
- Software Citation Tools (seminar)
- Thesis Development and Completion
Mandatory Courses (Select 4 options):
- Sustainability
- AI for Managers
- Strategic Corporate Culture
- Digital Business Acceleration
- Corporate Security and Business Intelligence
- Innovation and Change Management
- Financial Management
- Business English
- Business IT
- Data Visualization and Storytelling
- The program is delivered entirely online with optional opportunities to attend campus-based seminars in Geneva.
- Duration is two academic years or less, depending on the student's progress.
- Students can also choose to specialize in a specific area.
Assessment:
Thesis:
- Completion of a rigorous thesis with original research and contributions to the field of business.
Coursework:
- Varies depending on the selected courses, but may include assignments, projects, and examinations.
Teaching:
Delivery Mode:
Online with optional campus-based seminars.
Teaching Methods:
Interactive, engaging, and supportive, designed for busy professionals.
Learning Management System:
Best-in-class platform for facilitating online learning.
Faculty:
Highly experienced PhD mentors and industry leaders.
Careers:
Outcomes:
- Develop advanced research and analytical skills.
- Acquire expertise in solving complex business challenges.
- Gain leadership skills for C-suite level positions.
- Enhance career prospects and salary potential.
Career Opportunities:
- C-suite roles in various industries.
- Senior management positions.
- Consulting and research roles.
- The program fosters networking opportunities with peers, alumni, industry leaders, and faculty.
- Scholarships are available for eligible candidates.