Key Information
- Duration: Full-time, 24 months. The total duration to complete the DBA program is two (2) academic years or less, depending on the student’s motivation and readiness to submit the thesis.
Overview
This Doctor of Business Administration (Online) programme from Swiss School of Business and Management is designed for mid-career executives who have already completed an MBA (or an equivalent qualification) and seek to deepen their practical and theoretical knowledge in the field.
Key Facts
This pathway requires students to submit a dissertation (thesis) and defend it at the end of their Doctor of Business Administration (Online) programme from Swiss School of Business and Management. Visit the programme website for more information
Regarding doctoral thesis supervision, it is important to note that the DBA thesis supervisor typically reviews the scientific work prepared by the student, provides guidance, and ensures that quality standards are met.
The thesis supervisor is an individual with the academic qualifications and professional experience required in the chosen research field. They have in-depth knowledge of the subject area in which the student is conducting research.
The supervisor’s role is to guide the DBA student from the beginning of the research through to the oral presentation and final defense of the completed dissertation (DBA viva).
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Methodology
- Publishing Your Article
- Research Proposal Writing
- Research Proposal
- Citation Software Tools
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- MBA (or equivalent degree) from a recognized higher education institution.
- Master’s degree in management (or a related field) with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience.
- Master’s degree in a field other than management (or a related discipline) but with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience.
- Transcripts
- Your CV or résumé
- Copy of your ID or passport
- A photo
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International (Non-residents): 7,332 AUD / year ≈ 4,500 EUR / year
Domestic (Citizens or residents): 7,332 AUD / year ≈ 4,500 EUR / year
Living costs
Paris, France: 1,947-2,897 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Available scholarships:
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline 07 Oct 2026, U.S. government
- École de Management Appliqué Scholarship — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline 30 Sep 2026, Merit-based, École de Management Appliqué (EMA)
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline 30 Nov 2026, ServiceScape
- ACES Scholarships — Grant, 3500 USD, Deadline 15 Nov 2026, ACES Education Fund
- The Hubert Curien PHC Tassil Program — Grant, 20000 EUR, Deadline 28 Sep 2026, Merit-based, Campus France
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline Not specified, Merit-based, OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- Scholarship Foundation Rhineland-Palatinate — Grant, 3600 EUR, Deadline 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based, Campus France
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based, IvyPanda
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline 01 Mar 2027, Voice Talent Online
- Women Scholarship for International Students — Grant, 5000 USD, Deadline 28 Aug 2026, Merit-based
- Haniel Scholarship — Grant, 1200 EUR, Deadline 15 Oct 2026, Studienstiftung
- The PhD Prep Fellowship — Grant, 10000 USD, Deadline 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based, Admit Lab
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based, Salvado Law
- French Government grants from the French Embassy in Gabon — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based, Campus France
- Merlion Scholarships — Grant, 1150 EUR, Deadline 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based, Campus France
- Franco-German University: DFH Mobility Grant for Students of the DFH Study Programmes — Grant, 350 EUR, Deadline 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based, Campus France
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant, 3000 USD, Deadline 31 Dec 2026, Need-based, Anonymous Hope Fund
- Livinfrance Scholarship Program — Grant, 1000 EUR, Deadline Not specified, Merit-based, Livinfrance
- Eiffel Scholarship Program of Excellence — Grant, 1800 EUR, Deadline 08 Jan 2027, Merit-based, Campus France
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant, 1500 USD, Deadline Not specified, IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant, 12000 USD, Deadline 11 Jan 2027, The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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