Doctor of Business Administration

(N-DL/0414/8/0034) (01/2031) (MQA/PA16836)

đź•’ Duration: 3 years (ODL)
đź“… Jan, June, September

Programme Overview

Perdana University offers a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) through its flexible Open Distance Learning (ODL) programme, explicitly designed for working professionals. The DBA provides a rigorous curriculum focused on real-world business challenges, leadership development, and advanced strategic decision-making. It enables students to apply research-driven insights directly to their workplace, enhancing their careers while seamlessly balancing personal and professional commitments. With industry-relevant content, this programme equips learners to excel in executive roles and contribute meaningfully to their organisations.

Entry Requirements

  • Related Fields: Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields as accepted by the University Senate.
  • Non-Related Fields (With Experience): Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields accepted subject to relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment.
  • Non-Related Fields (Without Experience): Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields without relevant working experience accepted subject to passing pre-requisite courses.
  • Equivalency: Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.

English Language Requirements

Local Students: MUET Band 4

International Students: IELTS 6.0 (Equivalent to CEFR Mid B2)

Curriculum Structure

YEAR 1

  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Economic Theories and Policy
  • Research Methodology I
  • Corporate Finance & Accounting
  • Strategic Digital Marketing
  • Crafting Corporate Strategy
  • Research Methodology II
  • Management Theories and Philosophies
  • Advanced Academic Writing
  • Organisation Theory

YEAR 2

  • Organisation Design
  • Organisational Development I
  • Organisational Development II
  • Dissertation Prep

YEAR 3

  • Thesis Dissertation

Why Choose Us?

  • Expert Faculty: Taught and supervised by leading field experts and industry practitioners.
  • Quality Assurance: Fully MQA-accredited course ensuring strict academic and professional standards.
  • Career Advancement: Designed to offer a wide employment choice and accelerate executive promotion.

Career Prospect

  • C-Suite Positions (CEO, CFO, COO)
  • Academic Leaders / Deans
  • Senior Researchers
  • Management Consultants
  • Executive Coaches
  • Strategic Advisors
  • Corporate Business Leaders

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Suite 5.3, Level 5 Wisma Chase Perdana Changkat Semantan, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur

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