DOCTORATE
DOCTORATE Of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – DBA
A DBA is a vocational degree catered to business professionals with management experience and a master’s degree. DBA programs are research-oriented and train students to use critical, analytical methods to explore questions and develop solutions in their respective organizations and the field at large.
The Doctorate implies work from the student that allows to bring a significant contribution to knowledge, while a DBA is a combination of classes and applied research work; the DBA teaches you to apply theories and knowledge in order to improve professional practice. DBA includes learning more about the latest research and theories. People see the coursework as an opportunity to explore problems affecting their industry and identify possible solution
Awarded by
UK University of Management
Credit Value
120 ECTS
Duration
24 Months
Study Mode
University LMS
Structure
5 Taught Research Modules
Assessment
Research Based
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With the developing complexities in the management of businesses worldwide in the realm of Business, explore a world of opportunities and unlock the future with an MBA in Business Administration at TAR
Admission Requirements
The DBA program can be completed within 24 months.
Course Overview
DBA will help to expand your business management skills and distinguish yourself from other business leaders who work in similar roles.
Specifically, you can refine your ability to identify and frame problems, seek solutions for them, and share your findings with your team. This competitive advantage may be helpful when you’re up for a promotion or applying for a position with another company.
In a DBA program, you study current research and theories about business practices, including topics like leadership and decision making, as well as how to conduct research at the graduate level. These courses typically build on content taught in MBA programs and help prepare you to work on your dissertation and residency. You can divide the content you may encounter into three broad categories: theory, research, and problem-solving.
Who should Join?
DBA is a great degree if you’re interested in practical, hands-on learning and an academic environment where you can explore research-based solutions to challenges you’re facing in the business world
- The DBA may help you become more marketable inside and outside your current organization as more and more employers recognize and reward DBA-earned competencies.
- The DBA may help you become more marketable inside and outside your current organization as more and more employers recognize and reward DBA-earned competencies.
- The DBA may help you become more marketable inside and outside your current organization as more and more employers recognize and reward DBA-earned competencies.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DBA stands for Doctorate in Business Administration
Yes, you are eligible for the program, if you have a valid master’s degree in any domain or any other post graduate qualification that is equivalent to master’s degree. In fact, your experience
adds value as the DBA program involves applied research. Hence, you can contribute to the knowledge base of the industry that has provided you a good career
No, there is no such binding. While selecting research topic, one has to look at various variables like your own competencies, ease of collecting relevant data, time-in-hand, etc. Moreover, your research topic should neither be too generic nor too narrow.
DBA involves applied research whereas PhD could involve pure theoretical research. PhD scholars carry out intensive research and create and work on theories, while the DBA research work is more contextual in nature. Furthermore, a PhD program, generally takes 4-5 years as compared to DBA that could be completed in 2-3 years. DBA program has been developed for working professionals unlike the PhD course which is meant for pure academicians and career researchers.
Yes, we do accept credit transfer from a doctorate level program of any valid and accredited institution.
You are required to work with your supervisor only on topic selection. TAR University College has a research committee that monitors the research process through the supervisors.
The classes are conducted online that saves the scholars from traffic snarls. The regular guidance provided by the research supervisors are also online. But one can visit any of our offices with a prior appointment and meet our team.
The DBA program is organized into three phases: Coursework, Research lab, and Doctoral thesis. Course work covers the 5 taught-modules, namely Research Methods, Qualitative Methods & Techniques, Quantitative methods & Techniques, Research Tools, Research Proposal. Additionally, sessions will also be conducted to
Yes, each of the 5 taught-modules will have assignments covering the learning outcomes. The DBA scholars will get 30 days to write and submit the assignments after completion of the modules. cover the statistical tools of research.
All our sessions are conducted online in live & synchronous mode. You can work on your DBA program from the comfort of your home or office.
The classroom sessions will be of 3 hours each. Generally, the classroom sessions for the DBA program are conducted on Saturdays.
No, it is not mandatory for DBA scholars to publish their work. But we will guide and assist you in publishing your work, if interested.
The DBA program of TAR University College takes 2 years to complete with 4 semesters (6 months each).
- DBA enables you to position yourself as a domain specialist in the industry.
- It allows you to contribute back to the industry that has given you a successful career.
- DBA is also for professionals who feel intrigued and challenged by certain business situations and would like to dig deeper and find relevant solutions/ answers by carrying out applied research.
- It is the highest academic qualification in the field of business management and would help in your career growth if used well.
- The prefix of Dr. definitely adds on to social and professional recognition.
- This degree and the associated wider acceptance could propel you for domain leadership
The ROI on a DBA degree could be manifold if you use it well. It takes only 2 years to complete the program with TAR University College. It also announces to the stakeholders that you are
willing to invest in yourself and acquiring new knowledge and skills is one of your priorities. It will help you in positioning yourself well and would prepare you for domain leadership positions. The
research journey will also sharpen your skills on analyzing and synthesizing information while making your business decis
The Doctorate in Business Administration implies applied research in the field of business, economy and management. But your topic of research would be either in any specialized area or it could be interdisciplinary.
Yes, a holder of a DBA degree is entitled to use the prefix of Dr. before his/her name.
Yes, all our TAR are supported and closely supervised by a team of qualified and experienced professors throughout their DBA journey. There is nothing to worry about if you are not from an academic background. The DBA scholars go through 5 taught modules in the first phase which is followed by research work. The modules cover various aspects of academic and applied research. The scholars also have 1-2 meetings every month with their allotted supervisors to review the research progress. You are supported throughout the DBA journey.
Normally, 4 sessions are conducted every month during the course-work phase. The classes are conducted on Saturdays. Sessions are also conducted on statistical research tools at a later stage of the program that enables the scholars in analyzing the collected data. In the last phase, scholars have to meet their supervisors online for support and guidance depending on the requirements. In general, they would be meeting every month (1-2 sessions of 2 hours maximum per month).
Yes, TAR University College does provide the option of monthly installments to TAR .
No, you are not expected to take any English language proficiency test before registration. But you should note that the language of instruction and communication at TAR University College is English. Hence, working knowledge of English is a must. Your language of writing your thesis will also be English.
No, there is no examination involved at all. The DBA scholars are expected to complete module assignments (one for each of the 5 modules) and write a research thesis.