Online Executive Dual DBA in International Business
Online
DURATION
24 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 18,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* this price includes all online program related costs, additional costs may apply in some situations
Introduction
Executive Dual DBA in International Business is a joint, double degree program delivered by the SSBM Geneva, Switzerland and Ascencia Business School, France part of Collège de Paris. Ascencia Business School is a founding member of Collège de Paris, and a private educational institution officially recognized by the French Government. This unique double-degree DBA program is designed for experienced professionals who wish to advance their knowledge, skills, and expertise in business leadership, research, and management. The objective of this professional doctorate in business administration is to provide participants with the opportunity to make significant contributions to both theory and practice in the field and to develop professional practice at the highest level.
Dual Program
When the student successfully finishes the DBA program each partner will be granted a DBA / Doctor of Business Administration diploma: Students can join on-ground seminars in Geneva, Paris, Hong Kong, Dubai, Malta, Casablanca and Washington. As far as supervision of thesis research is concerned it is to be noted that the DBA thesis supervisor generally looks at the scientific work being prepared by the student, supervises it, and is committed to ensuring that the quality standards of the work are being met. The supervisor is a person with the requisite academic qualifications and experience in the chosen field of the thesis research. The supervisor has expert knowledge of the field in which the student is carrying out his/her research. The supervisor’s task is to guide the DBA student from the commencement of the research through the oral presentation and defence of the completed research work (DBA viva). The total duration for completing the DBA program is two (2) academic years or less which depends on the student’s motivation to deliver the thesis. The objective of this professional doctorate in business administration is to provide participants with the opportunity to make
The objective of this professional doctorate in business administration is to provide participants with the opportunity to make significant contributions to both theory and practice in the field and to develop professional practice at the highest level. It is a practical and research-based doctoral program in business and industry that is designed for mid-career. Our mentors are coming from some of the most prestigious universities around the world.
Program Overview
- 1 DBA Mentor + 1 Co-Supervisor
- 24 Months
- SSBM Pluses
- 1 Personal Advisor
- SSBM Connect
- Top-Notch E-Learning Platform
- 120 ECTS Credits
- On-Ground Seminars in: Geneva, Paris, Hong Kong, Dubai, Malta, Casablanca, Washington
Admissions
Curriculum
The program curriculum is the following one:
Year 1
- Writing the Dissertation and Litterature Review
- Research proposal
- Research Methodology 1
- Research Methodology 2
Year 2
- Publishing your paper
- Strategies for Business Development
- Software Citation Tools
- Leadership, Ethics and CSR
- Thesis Supervision
- Thesis Defense
* The final list of available courses is subject to change
Program Outcome
This program will enable you to contribute to applied science in management and business administration.
The DBA program will equip you with advanced knowledge and skills in business strategy, decision-making, leadership, and research. You will be prepared to take on senior leadership roles, pursue
academic careers, or contribute to consulting, research, and policy-making in the business field.
The DBA degree is highly respected and recognized internationally as a prestigious qualification for business professionals seeking to advance their careers and make significant contributions to the business community.
The overall objective of the DBA program is to become an expert in a certain area of management as a wider discipline and to strengthen your leadership skills by exploring a specific research field.
Degree
Upon successful completion of the Executive Dual DBA in International Business, you will be awarded 2 DBA / Doctor of Business Administration diplomas:
- 1 from SSBM Geneva,
- 1 from Ascencia Business School
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
The DBA program will allow you to obtain the highest-level postgraduate qualification in business and management without interrupting your career.
The DBA program offers a rigorous online or blended learning and research plan to global executives. All DBA students can attend campus-based seminars that are organized in Geneva.
The program was designed for business professionals and top executives to provide them with a practical grounding in premium business and research education and its applications by offering a flexible and rigorous research-based curriculum.
The DBA doctorate program features a thesis research project that emphasizes applied research to help you solve a real-world problem within your organization. Our distinguished program faculty will accompany you throughout the DBA journey by providing milestones to help you stay on track.
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Program delivery
This program is delivered entirely online but with an option to attend seminars in Geneva, Paris, Hong Kong, Dubai, Malta, Casablanca or Washington. All modules can be completed in your own time and at your own pace. You also have the opportunity to increase your learning by attending our webinars. Our interactive, supportive teaching model is designed for busy professionals and is delivered through our best-in-class learning management system.
Program Admission Requirements
Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.