Tuition Fee
EUR 10,420
Per course
Start Date
2026-09-01
Medium of studying
Duration
Details
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Business Administration | Leadership Studies | Management
Area of study
Business and Administration
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
EUR 10,420
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
DBA Program
The German University in Cairo seeks to attract DBA applicants with strong potential for managerial research. Admission to the DBA program is competitive and rests on the following criteria:
Requirements
- Masters (MBA, MA, MSc) degree with a thesis in management with an overall GPA of B+ or better.
- A minimum of five working years at a managerial level.
- Satisfactory performance on the GUC Management Aptitude Test or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT).
- Satisfactory performance in the interview.
Admission Steps
Students are accepted twice a year; winter and spring semesters. Students' matriculate in the program in cohorts. The maximum size of the cohort is 25 students.
- Application to be filled.
- Application will be prescreened and if the applicant fulfills the admission requirements, he/she will receive an invitation to attend the GUC Management Aptitude Test.
- If the applicant passes the Management Aptitude Test, he/she will reach the final admission stage. He/she will be invited to an interview at GUC premises.
- The applicant must bring all documents mentioned below:
- Certified copy of undergraduate Certificate.
- Certified copy of graduate Certificate.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Two passport-sized photos.
- HR letter documenting working experience.
- Copy of National ID & Passport.
- The applicants who pass the interview stage are sent an acceptance to join the program and attend a preliminary orientation session.
Tuition & Fees
DBA Tuition Fees For Egyptians
| Semester | Non-GUCian | GUCian | GUCian & Non-GUCian | GUCian & Non-GUCian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade Good (C) | ||||
| Comprehensive Exam | 46,900 EGP | 39,100 EGP | 39,100 EGP | 39,100 EGP |
| Dissertation | 234,400 EGP | 218,800 EGP | 203,200 EGP | 187,500 EGP |
| Courses (12) | 187,500 EGP | 164,100 EGP | 164,100 EGP | 164,100 EGP |
| Program Application Fees | 3,000 EGP | |||
| Total price for the full Program | 468,750 EGP | 421,900 EGP | 406,300 EGP | 390,700 EGP |
DBA Tuition Fees For Non-Egyptians
| Semester | Non-GUCian | GUCian | GUCian & Non-GUCian | GUCian & Non-GUCian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade Good (C) | ||||
| Comprehensive Exam | 1,250 EUR | 1,050 EUR | 1,050 EUR | 1,050 EUR |
| Dissertation | 6,250 EUR | 5,840 EUR | 5,420 EUR | 5,000 EUR |
| Courses (12) | 5,000 EUR | 4,380 EUR | 4,380 EUR | 4,380 EUR |
| Program Application Fees | 100 EUR | |||
| Total price for the full Program | 12,500 EUR | 11,250 EUR | 10,840 EUR | 10,420 EUR |
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