Doctorate Business Administration International
Part-time
Location • City Campus
Subject area • Business and management
Related subjects • Research degrees
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Modules
• advanced management practice • philosophies and methods of research in business and management • thesis
The course contains four phases. In the first phase you develop your own identity and vision as a researcher and active practitioner in a senior professional, management or leadership role. The focus is on developing your professional identity and drive as a researcher. You define and refine the problem areas which interest and motivate you.
In the second phase you develop your skills as a researcher.
The third phase focuses on integration. You find and implement solutions to business and management problems. You explore the themes and issues in advanced management practice, and philosophies and methods of research in business and management
The final phase is the thesis research and writing. Through your research, you apply the learning of the first three phases ensuring that you are capable of doing advanced research into business and management problems. You also develop the connections between the various problems which have interested you during your studies and which are likely to be of concern in your professional career.
Action learning is at the heart of the course. Your action learning set (ALS) provides a structure where you can develop your ideas in a flexible and supportive environment. You interact with peers and advisors discussing theory, experience and practical problems that facilitate rigorous and creative inquiry. The members of your ALS provide professional support throughout your career.
Part-time – typically 40 months (16 months of study and 24 months to complete your thesis)
In year one, you attend two one-week study blocks. The first one of these is held in Buren, Netherlands, the second at city campus Sheffield. In year two, you attend a one-week study block. This is likely to be held in Prague.
To apply for this course, complete this application form and send it to DBA International Applications, Business School Netherlands, 'De Raadskamer', Herenstraat 25, 4116 BK Buren, The Netherlands.
2013/14 academic year
This course is intended for international students. UK and EU students who join the course pay the same fee as international students.
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees and funding see www.shu.ac.uk/funding
2013/14 academic year
Years one and two – typically €7,500 a year
Years three and four – typically €5,000 a year
2014/15 academic year
Years one and two – typically €7,725 a year
Years three and four – typically €5,150 a year
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees, scholarships and bursaries see www.shu.ac.uk/international/fees
Continuous assessment and a detailed research proposal during the first two years. We assess your research through your thesis.
Stoddart Building, Sheffield Business School, where you attend for one week's intensive study
