DBA in Quality Management

Program Overview

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Quality Management from Rushford Business School is a 180 ECTS credit doctoral program that offers two pathways: Mixed Mode and Research Mode. The Mixed Mode pathway focuses on coursework and applied research skills, while the Research Mode pathway is designed for candidates with significant management experience to prepare a doctoral dissertation. Graduates can pursue careers in quality management, process improvement, Six Sigma, Lean Management, and consulting in various industries.

Program Outline

Outline:

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Quality Management from Rushford Business School is a 180 ECTS credit doctoral program.

Pathway Options:

• Mixed Mode: This pathway focuses on coursework completion and gaining a high level of knowledge and applied research skills before moving to the dissertation phase of the program.
• Research Mode: This pathway is well-suited for candidates with significant management and business experience and is designed for candidates to prepare a doctoral dissertation.

Coursework for Mixed Mode Pathway:

• Business Management Track (30 ECTS):
• Business Management
• Managerial Skills
• Cutting Edge Leadership
• Managerial Economics
• International Business Environment
• Accounting for Financial Reporting
• Strategic Management: Integrating the Enterprise
• Specialization Track (30 ECTS):
• Choose 6 courses from the specialization track
• Research Track (30 ECTS):
• Introduction to Academic Research
• The Landscape of Literature Review
• Research Design
• Business Statistics
• Designing a Quantitative Research Methodology
• Designing a Qualitative Research Methodology
• Written Proposal Defense (5000 words) (20 ECTS)
• Doctoral Residency (10 ECTS)
• Reflection & Minutes of the Meeting with Supervisor (10 ECTS)
• Report Writing (10 ECTS)

Coursework for Research Mode Pathway:

• Specialization Track (15 ECTS):
• 3 Subject Specialization Courses
• Research Track (30 ECTS):
• Introduction to Academic Research
• The Landscape of Literature Review
• Research Design
• Business Statistics
• Designing a Quantitative Research Methodology
• Designing a Qualitative Research Methodology
• Written Dissertation Proposal (5000 words) (30 ECTS)
• Reflection & Minutes of the Meeting with Supervisor (20 ECTS)

Careers:

Graduates of the DBA in Quality Management can pursue a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Quality management
• Process improvement
• Six Sigma
• Lean Management
• Consulting
They can work in a variety of settings including manufacturing companies, service providers, healthcare providers, consulting firms, and government agencies.