Doctorate in Business Administration

The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is tailored for senior professionals and executives seeking to elevate their strategic impact. It empowers leaders with transformative insights, research capabilities, and the authority to drive organizational innovation at the highest level. This program blends academic rigor with real-world relevance, enabling candidates to solve complex business challenges and influence global business practices. It is an ideal path for those aspiring to leave a lasting legacy in leadership, academia, or consultancy.
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Program Overview

The DBA at SSM fuses executive practice with academic research, enabling you to create real-world impact, influence policy, and shape industry benchmarks. This is not just a degree — it is a leadership legacy in motion.

Duration

24 Months

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivery

Blended / Online

What you’ll you learn ?

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Lead the Evolution of Global Business with a DBA

Reimagine business practice through doctoral-level inquiry. Build intellectual authority, mentor rising leaders, and leave your legacy in boardrooms and classrooms alike.

Globally Respected

Earn a DBA from a quality-assured institution recognized internationally for doctoral excellence.

Study While You Lead

Designed for active executives — integrate your doctoral research with real-time leadership responsibilities.

Research-Centric & Practical

Deliver original research with measurable business impact — no traditional exams.
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of graduates have influenced enterprise-level change within 12 months.

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have published or presented at global summits.

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transitioned into consultancy, academic, or policy leadership role

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Module information

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Module 1: Strategic Planning and Management (6 ECTS)

This module shall introduce the students to the techniques and processes of strategic planning and management. In this module, learners will gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies required to be able to effectively plan, manage, execute and monitor strategic plans within the place of work. 30 hours

This module aims to help learners gain an understanding of the key areas of operations management. In this module, learners will gain a solid understanding of how businesses operate, what the key levers to sustainable and successful performance are, and how they can be applied, controlled and monitored. 30 hours

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

This module is designed to enable practicing managers to understand the complexities of the contemporary marketplace and make effective strategic and tactical decisions to provide value for both their customers and organisations. In this module, learners will have the opportunity to apply problem-solving techniques within the context of their organisation in relation to marketing. 30 hours

This module shall introduce the students to the concepts, techniques, processes and methodologies included in financial management. Upon completion of this module, students shall have obtained the skills, knowledge and competencies required to perform strategically when it comes to financial management. 30 hours

The aim of the module is to provide students with an advanced understanding of organisational analysis and behaviour. Upon completion of this module, students shall be better able to understand and solve some of the problems/crises that tend to arise in organisational contexts. 30 hours

This module shall equip students with the required knowledge, skills and competencies required to be able to practice creative and critical thinking. The module shall present the similarities and differences between these two types of thinking, and underline the importance of such skills within a business environment. 15 hours

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

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Why Choose This DBA?

Accredited Excellence

Earn a doctorate with international academic validation — recognized by top institutions and industry standards.

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Flexible Learning Structure

Balance executive duties and academic goals with a structure designed for busy professionals.

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100% Research-Driven

Conduct high-impact studies instead of traditional exam routes. Drive innovation across corporate and academic spheres. 52% Reported significant promotion or new strategic roles within 6 months. 36% Noted direct revenue impact through their dissertation findings

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