Doctor of Business Administration
University of Exeter
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DBA - Doctor of Business Administration

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DBA - Doctor of Business Administration

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SEP-26

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OverviewDesigned exclusively for accomplished professionals with a strong level of academic achievement and a minimum of five years of work experience, our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) provides students with an opportunity to gain a Doctoral qualification from the University of Exeter while working with world leading academics.Supported by faculty who are dedicated to fostering your research capabilities and critical thinking skills, with a special emphasis on creating a greener, ...Read more

OverviewDesigned exclusively for accomplished professionals with a strong level of academic achievement and a minimum of five years of work experience, our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) provides students with an opportunity to gain a Doctoral qualification from the University of Exeter while working with world leading academics.Supported by faculty who are dedicated to fostering your research capabilities and critical thinking skills, with a special emphasis on creating a greener, fairer and healthier world.The curriculum engages in rigorous, hybrid learning through our hybrid teaching format, comprising two intensive 1-week in-person blocks per year (at our beautiful Streatham campus), supplemented by online coursework. This allows you to balance your professional responsibilities while progressing through the programme and being a part of the Exeter research community.In years 1 and 2 the DBA curriculum aims for you to develop robust foundation of research theory and methodology through a comprehensive set of core modules leading to the completion of your MRes. From years three to five you will engage in independent research leading to the completion of your research and doctorate dissertation.The programme is your gateway to leading novel business research, while making an impactful business contribution.

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41/279
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9th
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11th

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Entry requirements

To be considered, applicants need to meet the following entry requirements: A minimum of five years of professional or management experience; A Masters degree in a relevant subject; Statements of research interest.

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£4,150 per year

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International: £12,650 per year for years 1 and 2. £8,100 per year for years 3, 4 and 5

£4,150 per year

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International: £12,650 per year for years 1 and 2. £8,100 per year for years 3, 4 and 5

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University of Exeter
University of Exeter , Exeter

A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, the University of Exeter ranks in 11th place in the UK (Complete...

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University of Exeter
Northcote House Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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