With a focus on the development of knowledge with practical application, our DBA is designed to support leaders, managers and professionals in industry to address real business issues in a contextual setting. Delivered part-time, the programme allows you to combine the managerial demands of your career with your drive to gain a professional doctorate, the highest level of professional qualification available in business and management. Our DBA gives you the opportunity to join like-minded individuals and be part of an ever-developing relationship between academia and business, creating a valued learning experience whilst developing novel solutions to key challenges and making a real contribution to your chosen field. The DBA will enable you to: Make an original contribution to the enhancement of professional practice Apply original thought to managerial-level practice Conceptualise current research literature to identify gaps in knowledge Demonstrate sound understanding of techniques to undertake research Develop key skills in constructing research instruments (quantitative or qualitative) Demonstrate advanced research analysis skills (for both quantitative and qualitative data) Develop ability in judgement, foresight and problem analysis when assessing original research material derived from empirical research Develop academic writing skills to enable you to submit researched work for publication, ensuring it satisfies peer review and merits a contribution to knowledge by extending the boundaries of professional practice Clearly articulate your thesis to meet the academic standards of a doctoral award