DBA Programmes

Business & Management

Doctor of Business Administration programmes

Advanced professional research designed around complex organisational and management questions.

Typical duration2–3 years
DeliveryOnline or approved learning-centre route
MBA-entry route150 ECTS
Non-MBA route180 ECTS

La Xenia DBA structure

Route for MBA graduates
  • Research Philosophy
  • Research Methodology
  • Advanced Statistics
  • Multivariate Analysis
  • Research Proposal
  • Dissertation
Route for non-MBA graduates
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Strategic Management
  • Organisational Leadership
  • Advanced Accounting and Finance
  • Managerial Economics
  • International Business
  • Research Philosophy
  • Advanced Statistics
  • Multivariate Analysis
  • Research Methodology
  • Dissertation

Indicative entry requirements

  • Completed master degree or equivalent
  • An alternative experience route has previously required ten years of evidenced managerial experience
  • English normally at IELTS 6.5 equivalent

DBA collaboration route

La Xenia and Asia e University (AeU)

A collaboration route has been described as La Xenia DBA study followed by additional AeU requirements, with a published total of 186 ECTS and a 36–48 month duration.

Do not assume the collaboration, award or recognition status is current. Applicants must obtain written confirmation directly from both La Xenia and Asia e University.

Research fit and supervision

Before applying, discuss your proposed research area, supervisor availability, delivery location, research milestones, assessment requirements and award documentation.