Doctor of Business Administration
University of Central Lancashire
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DBA - Doctor of Business Administration

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If you are an experienced practitioner in business, industry and the professions, and are seeking to engage in a part-time research-orientated programme of postgraduate study leading to the award of a professional doctorate, then the DBA is for you.International students can apply for this programme but will not be issued a student visa. This is because four modules on this course are delivered in one and two week blocks of face to face teaching. The remainder of the course is delivered online. ...Read more

If you are an experienced practitioner in business, industry and the professions, and are seeking to engage in a part-time research-orientated programme of postgraduate study leading to the award of a professional doctorate, then the DBA is for you.

International students can apply for this programme but will not be issued a student visa. This is because four modules on this course are delivered in one and two week blocks of face to face teaching. The remainder of the course is delivered online.

The DBA is regarded as being the same status as the more commonly known PhD and permits you to use the title of ‘Dr. upon satisfactory completion.

Why study with us

  • Advance your career and study for the highest qualification available in business and management.
  • This part-time degree is designed for senior managers and consultants who want to study at an advanced level while working full-time. It can be completed over a maximum of seven years although you can choose to complete within four.
  • Research active staff will bring their experience and knowledge into their teaching as well as drawing on current research in their particular field.

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WUSCA ranking:
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26/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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59th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
87th
What students say
R
Rayala
18 Dec 24

University is a great place for learning and students who choose these university to study and learning innovative skills are very beneficial for their education in learning..Read more

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Shuo
11 Nov 24

The school has many convenient facilities for us to try for free, and the library is also very convenient, which brings me a lot of..Read more

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Entry requirements

To apply for the DBA, you must  make a formal application with the following:

  • Evidence of qualifications
  • An appropriate CV to detail your academic and professional experience
  • An outline research proposal of 300 words
  • Two references

Tuition fees

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£5,750 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£5,750 per year

£5,750 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£5,750 per year

£5,750 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

£5,750 per year

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University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire , Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate...

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University of Central Lancashire
Preston, Lancashire Preston Lancashire PR1 2HE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Preston   0.2 miles away

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