Overview
The Doctorate in Business Administration programme at IPAG Business School is a 100% online programme aimed at high-level managers with a Master's degree or equivalent and at least five years' professional experience. It aims to develop critical thinking and research with a strong societal and managerial impact. The DBA is aimed at experienced managers who intend to have an impact on their organisation and on society by exploiting on academic research to solve concrete organisational problems.
Career development
The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is designed for experienced professionals who seek not only to deepen their managerial knowledge but also to develop the ability to conduct rigorous research in order to innovate and address real-world business challenges.
This degree prepares individuals for leadership positions and for making a meaningful impact within organizations and across industries.
- Executive and Strategic Roles in Business:
The DBA provides enhanced legitimacy and expertise for high-responsibility positions. Graduates are well-equipped to assume leadership roles within executive committees.
- Consulting Roles:
Many DBA graduates pursue careers in consulting, where they leverage their expertise and advanced knowledge to help organizations tackle complex issues and improve overall performance.
- Teaching and Research Positions in Business Schools:
The DBA also paves the way for an academic career, often in the capacity of a Professor of Practice or as a research-active faculty member in national or international business schools.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- During the first year of the DBA, students will follow five courses that will enable them to acquire the fundamentals of business and management. They will also be prepared for the various research methodologies.
- This first year will also be used to prepare a research project, which will be validated by a supervisor.
- The second phase of our doctoral programme is spread over two years. Students will devote this period, firstly, to carrying out their fieldwork.
- Then, in the second phase, they will process the data, understand and interpret the results and write their thesis (including a section dedicated to the theoretical, managerial and societal contributions of the research) under the supervision of their research supervisor.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Paris, France
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Master's-level degree, such as an MBA or EMBA, awarded by an accredited university.
- 5 years' professional experience certified by the employer
- Minimum level TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Master 2 or equivalent + 5 years' experience
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents8667 EUR / year≈ 8667 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals8667 EUR / year≈ 8667 EUR / year
Additional Details
- €8 667 per year, for cash payments
- €9 067 per year, if paid in instalments
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