Earn reputed globally recognised “Dr” title
The Global DBA offered by European Global Institute of Innovation and Technology (EU Global) is a European highest level qualification – Level 8 programme. This doctorate qualification necessitates the primary focus of the candidate’s work to showcase an original contribution to knowledge within their subject, field, or profession, achieved through original research or the innovative application of existing knowledge or understanding.
The DBA Programme seeks to enhance the capability of the professionals to merge rigorous academic and critical analysis with practical relevance and application. This enables them to evolve into more effective evidence-based practitioners and contribute to the advancement of their profession by expanding knowledge. In this pursuit, it aims to elevate the standards of their profession. Since this programme aims to enhance the research and publication competencies of the scholars and the scholars are expected to be an expert in terms of their Master studies or acquired experience in the past, the scholars in this programme progress in their field to the next level. For this independent research, the learners can choose the topic in any field they have prior expertise in such as marketing, finance, technology, operations, human resources, big data, healthcare, agribusiness, etc.
May 2025
Equivalent to 180 Credit hours
2-3 Years
English
Online
25th April 2025
Doctoral Degree, Level 8
15-40 Hours per week
Accredited
Asynchronous, Live Residencies
A “Doctorate” is potentially the most coveted and highest possible educational qualification for professionals, especially for those with considerable years of work experience. While Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), as a formal degree, is not offered in India, DBA is recognised globally across multiple countries and allows the use of “Dr.” as a title to your name upon successful completion of the programme.
Upon successful completion of the programme, get awarded with an authentic doctoral degree and gain the same Alumni status as EU Global’s regular on campus students.
Candidates have the flexibility to choose a topic of research in any field they have prior expertise in like marketing, finance, technology, operations, human resources, big data, healthcare, agribusiness etc.
EU Global’s strategic accreditation allows every learner to earn ECTS credits for every module completed successfully. This allows students to take deferrals, exits and re-join studies and use same ECTS credits for an advanced entry into the programme. For DBA interim exits, Master of Research is awarded to those who complete the research coursework.
Participate in Residencies which are outcome based intensive workshops conducted by experts in a live virtual environment. Additionally, candidates of the DBA programme will also be assigned Supervisors who will guide and support through the research journey, particularly through the Dissertation and Defense preparation.
| Code | Course/Module/Activity | ECTS | Recommended Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|
| RES 101 | Residency 1: Study Skills | 2 | |
| DOC 101 | Exploring contemporary issues in Business & Management | 6 | Deliverable 1: Professional Reflection |
| DOC 102 | Professional Review and translating in Doctoral research | 6 | |
| RES 102 | Residency 2: Research Ethics | 2 | |
| DOC 103 | Innovative Research for Sustainable Development | 4 | Deliverable 2: Problem Identification |
| RES 103 | Residency 3: Proposal Writing | 2 | |
| DOC 104 | Business Statistics | 6 |
| Code | Course/Module/Activity | ECTS | Recommended Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOC 105 | Literature Review for Doctoral Studies | 6 | Deliverable 3: Literature Review |
| DOC 106 | Research Design and Philosophy | 6 | |
| DOC 107 | Designing a Quantitative Research Methodology | 6 | |
| DOC 108 | Designing a Qualitative Research Methodology | 6 | |
| RES 104 | Residency 4: Academic Publication | 2 | Deliverable 4: Research Proposal and Defense |
| RES 105 | Residency 5: Data Collection | 2 | |
| RES 106 | Residency 6: Discussion, Conclusions & Recommendations | 2 | Deliverable 5: Research Methods Chapter |
| RES 107 | Residency 7: Dissertation writing & Defense preparation | 2 |
| Code | Course/Module/Activity | ECTS | Recommended Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation and Defense | 120 | Deliverable 7: Dissertation Defense and Submission |
DBA studies have coursework assessment, dissertation and defence. Doctoral studies recommend certain milestone assessments to be agreed upon with Supervisor which is not evaluated but the Supervisor feedback is provided. This entire process is built to successfully complete dissertation and manage timelines as well.
We also integrate formative assessment which does not contribute to the final grade, rather helps in peer to peer learning and reflecting on the concepts used.
The learners are required to write a dissertation of 60,000 words. Detailed guidelines on recommended chapters, supervisor’s coordination etc. will be provided to the learners.
Grading system can be accessed via Policy No. 5 Assessment Policy in Quality Handbook.
Upon successful completion of the evaluation requirements of the programme, candidates will be conferred with “Doctor of Business Administration’ by EU Global.
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Our Doctoral programme can be studied anywhere in the world via our Learning Management System (LMS). The content is specially procured by highly experienced professors and industry experts team for you to learn 24X7. Learners are provided Success manager on first day, with regular MasterCamps & Residencies.
Our Doctoral programme is delivered in a structured manner, comprising of research modules to develop scientific process of research, research residencies in online mode with editors of Journals to provide you insight on expected research processes, and expectations of broader research fraternity. Optionally we offer Strategy & leadership pathway and Technology pathway for diverse audience.
The European Global Institute of Innovation & Technology (EU Global) is an accredited higher education institution, established with the vision of delivering high-quality, and accredited education to learners worldwide, enhancing both their employability and global mobility. Our teaching approach emphasizes project-based learning, centered on evidence-based reflection, allowing students to apply conceptual frameworks to real-world decision-making.
We are deeply committed to developing future competencies through quality education that fosters lifelong employability on a global scale. Our Competency Lab offers a range of programmes in research, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and professional development, nurturing the soft skills necessary for leadership and effective interaction.
European Global Varsity, part of the same education group, facilitates partnerships between European universities and institutions around the world, expanding opportunities for global collaboration.