DBA Doctor of Business Administration

... United Kingdom
... University of Chester

Course Overview

Our doctoral graduates typically advance their careers into roles that require high levels of expert knowledge and independent expertise, such as consultancy, organizational development, self-employment, executive coaching, senior roles in academia, and strategic leadership positions in the business.

Careers and Employability - Student Services aims to deliver a service that is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed, and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.

We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University, and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, and extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications, and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs and postgraduate study.

Students and graduates of the University of Chester can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.

General Eligibility

Applicants will typically need to demonstrate the following within their application and interview:

Be employed or self-employed, and be in a position to influence organizational, sectoral, or national policy; and

An Honours degree with a minimum of an upper second class from a recognized university; and

A Master's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of a ‘merit’ profile from a recognized university; and

A minimum of 5 years experience of substantial responsibility and appropriate seniority to specify and implement significant change initiatives within your organization or sector; and

Relevance of your research proposal by ensuring that the proposed topic addresses a practice problem faced by managers and organizations and that the results of the research have the potential to make a significant contribution by identifying relevant solutions; and

Advanced skills in writing evidenced by a 1,000 word (max.) project proposal outlining the 'what, why, and how of a research project (please contact the program leader prior to application for specific guidance in this regard); and

Commitment to advanced continuing professional development.

Part Time Work Details

n/a

Language Requirement

  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any band)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Business Administration and Management


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Campus Name

Online/Distance Learning


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Part-Time, 4 years


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Available Intake

February, October


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

7515,


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