Qualification: Advanced Professional Training Course
Duration: 3 years
In collaboration with: 5Global
Entry requirements: Master’s degree in business or a related field, have a minimum of five years of senior management experience
Subject: Economics, Business Administration, Research Methodology
General Description
The Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) has been developed to equip leaders with the expertise required to create and grow businesses, enhance and transform their leadership skills, and develop advanced research capabilities that enable students to make data-driven decisions and address complex business challenges.
This three-year programme combines advanced management theory and practice with training in research methodologies and techniques essential for tackling complex organisational and business issues.
The programme is classified in Italy as a Corso di Alta Formazione Professionale DBA – Doctorate of Business Administration (D.M. 270/2004). UNINETTUNO’s DBA corresponds to a 3rd Cycle, EQF Level 8 programme in accordance with the European Qualifications Framework.
Objectives
The aim of the Doctorate of Business Administration is to assist international career professionals who wish to enhance, contribute and transform how they work. Our approach aims to assist the students to learn as the students earn and apply a new knowledge into the professional practice as students proceed through the DBA.
Why Choose This Course
Studying a DBA with UNINETTUNO offers numerous advantages. The online format provides flexibility, making it easier to balance personal commitments with academic studies. The advanced e-learning platform provides access to lectures, educational materials, and interactive tools.
UNINETTUNO’s psycho-pedagogical model promotes active and participatory learning through tutor support, discussion forums, and practical activities, ensuring a high-quality educational path that meets the demands of the modern job market.
What You Will Study
The DBA program, encompassing both the direct entry option for MBA holders and the standard four-year track for those with a postgraduate qualification in business or a related area, is structured to progress through two distinct phases.
In the initial phase, which applies to all participants regardless of their chosen pathway, students must complete an ‘upgrade viva’ within 12 months of their registration in the DBA program. During this upgrade viva, students must present and defend their research proposal. This critical milestone ensures that each student has a robust and viable research plan for their doctoral journey.
The coursework for the first two years, delivered through bi-weekly online supervision meetings and a virtual learning environment, is designed to support this process. During this period, students delve into mandatory advanced topics such as research methodologies, quantitative and statistical analysis, qualitative analysis, and optional topics such as strategic management, organisational theory, and the use of AI for education. Alongside this, students engage in preparatory work for their doctoral dissertation under the guidance of their academic advisors. This preparation includes two essential elements: a comprehensive literature review in their chosen research area, due by the end of the first academic year, and a preliminary thesis proposal, due by the end of the second year.
The second phase of the DBA program culminates in the final viva, where students defend their doctoral thesis. This event should occur between 1 and 6 years following the successful completion of the upgrade viva. The timing of this final defence is flexible to accommodate the diverse pace and intensity of research work students undertake, depending on whether they are on the accelerated direct entry pathway or the standard four-year track.
Career Opportunities
The Global DBA equips graduates with the expertise, skills, and professional credibility to advance rapidly in the competitive business world. Career opportunities include:
- Executive and Leadership Roles – Prepare for senior management positions where your strategic decisions and leadership have a tangible impact on organisational success;
- Entrepreneurship – Develop the knowledge and capabilities to start, manage, and scale your own business with a global perspective;
- Thought Leadership – Contribute original research to your industry and become a recognised authority in your field;
- Strategic and Data-Driven Roles – Apply advanced research and analytical skills to make informed, data-driven decisions that address complex business challenges;
- International Business Careers – Leverage a global outlook to navigate and lead within multinational companies or international projects;
- Networking and Collaboration – Build connections with professionals from diverse backgrounds, opening doors to collaborative opportunities and career advancement;
- Consulting – Use your expertise to advise organisations on strategy, organisational development, and innovation initiatives;
- Personal Development for Leadership – Cultivate resilience, discipline, and determination, strengthening your effectiveness as a leader and decision-maker.
Contacts
For info and enrolments, you can contact:
Email: asiyimu.yimamu@uninettunouniversity.net
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