DBA Doctor of Business Administration at University of West London

Programme overview

If you are a middle or senior manager, our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) course is designed so that you can study part-time while you work and carry out a research project based on your professional practice settings. On this course you will carry out advanced research into a key aspect of business administration, underpinned by a series of taught modules. The aim of the DBA is to produce independent researchers who can make an original contribution to knowledge in Business Administration.

Duration: 4 - 5 years part-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) course consists of two parts: Part one (years 1 and 2) consists of six modules that offer you guided study in key areas of the discipline, models of impact on professional practice and research methods. Each of the taught modules will result in a written assessment (pass mark is 60%).

Career pathways

Studying for a Doctor of Business Administration course will help you to develop research skills and evidence-based practice within your professional area. A doctorate qualification can help you to develop your role in your current career, secure a promotion or facilitate a career change.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will normally need: an IELTS score (International English Language Testing System) of minimum 6.5 (with no element under 6.0) for international applicants. Applicants with a previous degree obtained in the UK are exempt from this requirement. a Masters degree with Merit or Distinction or equivalent in the relevant field of study. a minimum of two years' full-time work experience in supervisory/managerial roles that are relevant to the subject you wish to study. to be currently employed in a professional capacity in a field related to business management. You should be researching and developing professional practice in an area that falls within the Claude Littner Business School's current research activities, to enable us to appoint suitable supervisors. Along with your application, you will normally need: a copy of your Masters Degree transcript and Masters dissertation; a copy of your CV. a research proposal (1,500 to 2,000 words) (pdf, 87kb). For applicants successfully progressing from the initial stage of assessment based on the documents submitted, you will be invited to attend an interview. Please ensure you meet the minimum entry requirements before submitting an application and submit all required documents.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,800 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Part-time (4 - 5 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 - 5 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-apply-postgraduates

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