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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
2025-03-01
Medium of studying
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Business Administration | Strategic Management | Management Consulting
Area of study
Business and Administration
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-03-01-
2025-10-01-
About Program

Program Overview


The Executive Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Central Mediterranean Business School is an advanced doctoral program designed for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their business management and leadership expertise through original research and advanced academic knowledge. The program empowers students with advanced research skills, critical thinking capabilities, and the ability to apply their knowledge to real-world business challenges. Graduates are equipped to drive change, innovate, and become thought leaders in their organizations or industries.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:

The Executive Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is an advanced doctoral-level program designed for experienced professionals and senior managers who aim to enhance their expertise in business management and leadership. The program is tailored for individuals seeking advanced academic knowledge and a strong desire to conduct original research and contribute to the body of knowledge in the field of business administration.


Objectives:

The program aims to empower students with:

  • Advanced research skills
  • Critical thinking capabilities
  • The ability to apply their knowledge to real-world business challenges

Specific Learning Outcomes:

  • Mastering advanced research methodologies and integrating advanced statistical analysis into real-world business problems.
  • Understanding contemporary leadership theories, models, and management and their application in dynamic environments.
  • Exploring transformational change, organizational adaptation, and culture alignment.
  • Developing a deep understanding of critical thinking and applying strategies of ethical leadership within organizations.
  • Gaining insights into the role of leaders in driving change and creating a healthy company culture within an ethically sound framework.

Assessment:

The program utilizes a mixed-method assessment approach, including:

  • Coursework assignments
  • Case studies
  • Reflective pieces
  • Projects
  • A research proposal

Careers:

The program is intended for experienced individuals who aspire to become:

  • Thought leaders
  • Change agents
  • Innovators in their organizations or industries

Other:

  • Awarding Body: Central Mediterranean Business School (CMBS)
  • Accrediting Body: Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA)
  • Level: Level 8 in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.
  • Delivery: Face-to-face & Work-based Learning
  • Language: English
  • Location: Central Mediterranean Business School, The Brewhouse, Mdina Road, Zone 2, Central Business District, Birkirkara CBD 2010, Malta
  • Duration: 3 1/2 Years
  • Starting Dates: March/October 2025
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