Executive Global DBA

An International Doctorate in Business Administration for Executives

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Admission level

From Master's degree + 5 years of professional work experience

Campus

Paris

Degree

Doctorate in Business AdministrationM.Sc. in Management Research

Format

Part Time

Intake

January 2025

Language

English

DBA Faculty

DBA faculty and dissertation supervisors

The DBA programme draws from the best faculty researchers available from Kedge Business School and partners.

Each candidate will have a supervisory team composed of a primary supervisor and a secondary supervisor.

The supervisor helps the student define and carry out his/her DBA research project until its completion.

Click on the link below to find more information on supervisors:https://student.kedge.edu/faculty-and-research/research/research-centers

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Peter Von Staden

Global DBA Programme Director

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FAQ Global DBA

What are the differences between DBA, EMBA and PhD programme?

EMBA concentrates on delivering management knowledge and skills, and a great number of case studies and discussions will be involved in the classes. A PhD is a full-time research programme. Typically, this programme is to prepare students for academic careers. The DBA programme is delivered partime to men and women in business who have significant practical experience and wish to conduct guided research on topics of specific business application. Similar to the PhD programme, courses on methodology, research methods, literature review writing and advanced courses on specific topics are taken.

How is Global DBA programme recognized by the world?

KEDGE DBA students who complete their studies will be awarded the degrees of both DBA and MSc Research Methods. KEDGE Business School is one of only 1% of Business Schools in the world to hold the Triple Crown (AMBA, EQUIS & AACSB), and the degree is globally recognized.

If the candidate does not have master degree, could he apply for the Global DBA programme?

Education background is a significant factor but not the decisive one. A candidate who has good corporate management experience and a strong aspiration to study will be taken into consideration. Supplementary materials may be required (such as references).

What are the English language requirements for applicants?

All courses of the Global DBA programme will be delivered in English. All applicants must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the programme.