Doctor of Management DMan

The Cardiff Metropolitan University Doctor of Management (DMan) programme is suitable for professionals who want to advance their research skills in management theory and practice. This three-year, full-time course offers an interdisciplinary approach to research. Students learn how to work independently, think creatively in leadership positions,  understand complex business systems, and drive management innovation. 

During the programme, students take core modules such as Advanced Social Research Perspectives, Advanced Social Research Methodology, Research Paper and Proposal, and Research Thesis. The course includes practical support, such as individual guidance and interactive seminars, to help students with their research. Furthermore, students are assessed through essays, reports, presentations, and a final 50,000-word thesis, which is reviewed in a traditional oral exam. 

Graduates leave with essential skills in strategic thinking, research analysis, leadership, and organisational development, leading to career opportunities in senior management, consulting, academia, and corporate leadership. 

Cardiff Metropolitan University was founded in 1865 and is known for its excellent teaching. The university consists of two main campuses, Llandaff and Cyncoed, and serves over 10,000 students, including more than 1,200 international students from over 100 countries.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is recognised as a University of Sanctuary and supports refugees and asylum seekers with scholarships and integration assistance. As a recipient of the Athena Swan Silver Award, the university is also committed to gender equality. Additionally, in its Strategy 2030, Cardiff Met plans to improve research quality and build global partnerships for the future.

• Applicants must provide a 2000-word research proposal that explains their research topic and include a curriculum vitae (CV). 
• They may also need to be interviewed via Skype or phone.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants can apply if they have a recognised master's or bachelor's degree (with at least a 2.1 grade) in a relevant field.
• Additionally, those who have completed 120 credits at Level 7 in a relevant area, or who hold a Master of Research (MRes) in Management, will also be considered for admission.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants who are non-native English speakers need to have an overall IELTS score of at least 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill component.
• Other equivalents may be accepted.

For the academic year 2025/26, the tuition fee for international students enrolling in the Doctor of Management (DMan) programme at Cardiff Metropolitan University is set at £17,600 per year. This fee may still be updated annually.

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers scholarships for international students, including the Undergraduate Scholarship, which provides £2,500, and the Alumni Scholarship, which gives a 20% discount on course fees for former undergraduates. 

Additional options include the £4,000 MBA Scholarship and the £3,500 Vice-Chancellor Scholarship for students enrolled in specific MA and MSc programmes. Students can also receive a full fee discount of up to £1,000 if they pay in full by the deposit deadline.

With a Doctor of Management (DMan) from Cardiff Metropolitan University, graduates can pursue the following career paths:

• Chief Executive Officer 
• Management Consultant 
• Project Manager 
• Entrepreneur 
• Professor
• Business Development Specialist 

Candidates who wish to enrol in this course can apply directly to the university through their self service facility. Those who have questions or need support can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.