University of Lancashire

DBA Doctor of Business Administration

University of Lancashire

Course overview

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a professional, research-based doctorate designed for experienced managers and consultants. It holds the same status as a PhD and prepares them to apply top-level research to real issues in industry or a professional setting. This qualification allows students to use the title of 'Dr..' upon completion.

 

The course is delivered through a blend of online and face-to-face sessions over two stages, lasting three to four years part-time. Stage one is a taught component, covering research methods and theory, followed by a major DBA Thesis in stage two. The course aims to advance their career by helping them solve industry problems.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. Two appropriate professional or academic references are required. Students must upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their significant business, management, or professional experience, as well as an outline research proposal of 300 words.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants must hold an approved Master's degree in business, management, or a field relevant to their proposed research project.

  • Alternatively, an equivalent and relevant professional qualification is acceptable. Candidates must also show the ability to conduct doctoral-level research and high oral communication skills, and they will be assessed through an interview.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants whose first language is not English need to score at least 6.5 overall in the IELTS examination, or submit an equivalent English language test score recognised by the University.

  • Alternatively, applicants may provide evidence, such as an assignment, that their Master's degree was taught entirely in English.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    20% reduction in tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Chevening - UK Government Scholarship

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Rice-Jones Charitable Trust Postgraduate Law Scholarship

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

This professional Doctor of Business Administration, DBA, from the University of Lancashire, prepares senior business practitioners for the highest-level roles. The major career paths include:

  • Senior Executive or Chief Officer

  • High-level Management Consultant

  • University Academic or Senior Lecturer

  • Director or Board Member

  • Organisational Strategist and Business Leader

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students on the Doctor of Business Administration, DBA at the University of Lancashire is £19,250. The tuition fee is subject to annual review and may increase.

Admission

To apply for this  Doctor of Business Administration DBA course, students should use the direct application process on the University of Central Lancashire website. Speak to one of our trained counsellors for more information and assistance with the process. Contact the trained counsellors at AHZ.

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