Doctor of Business Administration
(N/0414/8/0003) 06/30 (MQA/PA 16563) 04/28
INTAKES : February, May and October
DURATION :
Full-time, 3 – 6 years
Part-time, 4 – 8 years
PROGRAMME LEVEL : PhD/Doctorate
INTRODUCTION PROGRAM :
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme is designed for experienced professionals seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the principles that govern global business. The programme emphasises advanced decision-making, leadership skills, and in-depth knowledge of theory and applied research.
The Doctor of Business Administration programme aims to produce professionals with the skills and knowledge to delve into strategic managerial aspects of entrepreneurship and business growth. The program will leverage real-world managerial problems to engage in practical research domains. Graduating students will learn to manage and formulate pertinent research-driven action plans leading to practical and valuable implications.
Course Description
Students will learn to manage and formulate pertinent research-driven action plans leading to practical and valuable implications. Ideally, the programme seeks to develop practitioners and managers capable of evaluating business administration theories and concepts to advance the frontiers of knowledge and professional practice. This programme would also enable them to resolve complex and contemporary problems by applying advanced research to gain solutions. The graduate would also be able to exhibit entrepreneurial skills in addressing business issues or problems and demonstrate the ability to organise complex tasks flexibly within business organisations.
SUMMARISED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS :
▶️ Master’s degree
A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields as accepted by the University.
▶️ Master’s degree (non-related field)
A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the University subject to having relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment.
▶️ Master’s degree (non-related field)
A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the University and without relevant working experience, subject to passing prerequisite courses.
▶️ Other equivalent qualifications
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government, acceptable to the University.
CAREER IMPACT
Career Prospects
Doctoral students have the opportunity to explore the challenges facing business today, including corporate social responsibility, globalisation, and managing change. The DBA is a rigorous subject and research-based programme for candidates seeking to pursue higher-level business administration qualifications after an MBA such as:
• Senior Managers
• Business Development (C-Level Executives)
• Marketing Directors
• Other C-Level executives
Career Organisation
• Higher Education
• Management Consulting
• Research Institutions
• Government and non-profit organisations
• Financial services
• Healthcare Administration
Key Courses
Year 1
• Strategic People Operations
• Strategic Marketing Management
• Strategic Information Systems
• Business Research Methods and Analytics
• Strategic Managerial Economics
• Advanced Accounting & Finance
• Digital Business Strategy and Perspectives
• Strategic Management Paradigms
• Business Ethics and Privacy
Year 2
• Thesis
Year 3
• Thesis