Doctor of Business Administration

    Doctor of Business Administration

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 22,298 / Year
    Next IntakeOctober 1, 2026

    Doctor of Business Administration

    About

    The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Robert Gordon University is a professional doctorate providing dynamic, research-based views of real management issues. You will have the opportunity to blend the latest academic thinking with business knowledge, skills and practice, enabling a significant contribution to the enhancement of professional practice.

    A DBA is equivalent to a PhD but more applied in nature. This course is designed to generate new knowledge and understanding which will contribute to enhancing the policies and practices of modern management.

    You will have the opportunity to undertake research in one or more of the following areas: Corporate Communications, Sales and Marketing; Finance, Accounting and Corporate Governance; Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour; Entrepreneurship and the Performance of SMEs; Leadership and Strategic Management; Environmental and Operations Management; Public Policy and Not-for-Profit Studies; Tourism, Hospitality and Retail Management; Technology, Innovation and e-Business.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    What is required for a DBA Doctor of Business Administration?

    The DBA is a challenging programme demanding a combination of intellectual ability and experience. We welcome applicants from across the world. To qualify for consideration you will need to demonstrate:

    • An MBA or master's degree in a relevant area of business and management
    • A minimum of three years managerial experience
    • Ability to demonstrate competence in written and oral English
    • All candidates will be interviewed and be required to produce a research outline prior to formal acceptance onto the course

    English Language Requirements

    We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:

    Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact [email protected] for further information.

    Career

    Job Prospects

    You will have the opportunity to blend the latest academic thinking with business knowledge, skills and practice, to enable you to make a significant contribution to the enhancement of professional practice.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,298 / year

    Doctor of Business Administration

    Robert Gordon University

    Robert Gordon University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Aberdeen