Doctor of Business Administration DBA at Middlesex University

Programme overview

The DBA is designed to raise the level of professional capabilities of practising senior managers and executives. Our DBA is designed for active senior managers and executives in any organisation - public, private, third sector or consultancies who want to gain new insights and perspectives into organisational and industry leadership and management based on critical exploration of their own evolving professional practice.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law | Department: Business School - Department of Strategy, Leadership and Operations | Duration: 4 years part-time | Study mode: online | Intake: September 2026 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course is divided into three main stages: the first and second last for a minimum of 9 month each, and the third continues for a minimum of 30 months.

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Application information

Entry requirements

How to apply - online pathway. How to apply - hybrid pathway. We normally require a masters degree or above. You will currently be in a full-time senior position. You should also have a minimum of five years managerial or professional experience in a full-time senior position.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,450 a year (2026/27). Full-time rate. Part-time: £7450 per year (not included). Source

International applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time rate. Part-time: £10,000 per year (not included). Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 4 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply-for-taught-courses/

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