Overview
Throughout the Business Administration course from University of West London you will carry out advanced research into a key aspect of business administration, underpinned by a series of taught modules.
The aim of the DBA is to produce independent researchers who can make an original contribution to knowledge in Business Administration.
Career opportunities:
Studying for a doctorate will help you to develop research skills and evidence-based practice within your professional area.
A doctorate qualification can help you to develop your role in your current career, secure a promotion or facilitate a career change.
Completion of a professional doctorate will also allow you to progress into a postdoctoral research role.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Executive Leadership: Critical Reflection & Perspectives
- Professionalism in Social Context
- Methods of Professional Enquiry and Research
- Strategic Entrepreneurship: Theory and Practice
- Connecting Research and Practice
- Evaluating Data in the Professions
Academic requirements
- GPA: First Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 86
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants with a previous degree obtained in the UK are exempt from this requirement.
- a Master's Degree with Merit or Distinction or equivalent in the relevant field of study.
- a minimum of two years' full-time work experience in supervisory/managerial roles that are relevant to the subject you wish to study.
- to be currently employed in a professional capacity in a field related to Business Management.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time: 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026 — Apply anytime.
- Starting February 2027 — Apply anytime.
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Business Administration
Tuition Fees
Domestic: 7,174 AUD / year (approximately 3,800 GBP / year)
Living costs
London, United Kingdom: 2,147–4,072 AUD / month