Doctor of Business Administration

(N/0410/8/0003) (08/2029) (MQA/PA15835)

đź•’ 3 Years
đź“… Jan, July
Programme Overview

Perdana University's Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme offers a cutting-edge educational experience designed for seasoned professionals aiming to advance their leadership skills in the rapidly evolving business landscape. At the forefront of advanced education, this DBA programme bridges the gap between theory and practice through a curriculum that integrates real-world case studies and industry insights. Students benefit from a distinguished faculty of both experienced academics and industry practitioners, enriching their learning with diverse perspectives and contemporary business insights. The programme places a strong emphasis on original research, enabling students to contribute significantly to their fields and cultivate a culture of innovation and intellectual curiosity.

It ensures a global perspective by addressing international business trends and cross-cultural management, equipping leaders to tackle the complexities of a globalised economy. Furthermore, the programme hones multifaceted leadership skills, strategic thinking, and ethical decision-making, preparing graduates to lead with foresight and integrity. Networking opportunities with a cohort of accomplished professionals foster the exchange of ideas and best practices, while flexible learning formats accommodate the demanding schedules of executives.

Entry Requirements

i. Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields as accepted by the University Senate
ii. Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the University Senate, subject to having 5 years of relevant working experience and internal interview by the University
iii. Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the University Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing a pre-requisite assessment approved by the University
iv. 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 Policies
Research Methodology I
Management Theories and Philosophies
Corporate Finance and Accounting
Strategic Marketing
Crafting Corporate Strategy
Research Methodology II
Advanced Academic Writing

YEAR 2
Thesis Dissertation
Advanced Data Analysis

YEAR 3
Thesis Dissertation

Why Choose Us?

Taught and supervised by field experts
MQA-accredited course
Offers a wide employment choice

Career Prospect

C-Suite Positions
Academic Leaders
Researchers
Management Consultants
Executive Coaches
Strategic Advisors
Corporate Leaders

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

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