Doctorate in Business Administration at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) programme is one of the most established Professional Doctorates in the University. Delivered through blended learning, the DBA is cohort-driven and consists of four one-week residential workshops, monthly virtual action learning sets, and supervision via distance learning. DBA candidates study part-time, and are likely to hold senior management positions allowing them to achieve the highest academic degree while remaining in full-time employment.

What you will study

This course is currently undergoing its scheduled programme review, which may impact the advertised modules. Programme review is a standard part of the University’s approach to quality assurance and enhancement, enabling us to ensure that our courses remain up to date and maintain their high standard and relevancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Postgraduate degree (required for research programmes): A master's degree in the area of business and/or management. Additional requirements: Relevant work experience; At least two years of managerial or five years of other working experience. IELTS: In addition to the outlined entry requirements for home applicants, you will be expected to demonstrate a good level of English language competence, for example an IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single component below 6.0) or equivalent. Other international requirements: LJMU welcomes applications from international candidates. Most of the studying and learning will be undertaken via distance learning in your home country and there are only a small number of residential days in Liverpool required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,660 a year (2027/28). Part-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 16,640 a year (2027/28). Part-time per year Source

Intake: January (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://oaf.ljmu.ac.uk/

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