Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
- Part-time: 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting March 2027
- Apply before Feb 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Jul 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before May 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
192 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
Bathurst, Australia
Disciplines
Business Administration
Overview
Beginning with a series of coursework subjects to build your research capability, you'll go on to develop an original research project and produce a thesis.
Research areas in the Business Administration programme from Charles Sturt University on offer include management, marketing, organisational psychology, HR management, business strategy, accounting, finance, entrepreneurship and innovation, information management, economics and regional studies.
Key facts
- Maintaining a strong industry focus, you will identify, analyse and propose solutions to a real-world problem confronting business.
- You are expected to be employed or have access to a business or public sector organisation to complete the practical components of your degree, such as data collection.
- You'll join a vibrant research community and complete your doctorate under the supervision of renowned discipline experts.
- As a doctoral candidate, you'll have access to a range of valuable learning experiences, such as regular research seminars, professional development workshops and a doctoral research symposium.
Career opportunities
- Completing the Doctor of Business Administration demonstrates that you have advanced research skills and the capacity to reflect on and solve contemporary business challenges.
- As a graduate, you could work in management or research in private or public sector organisations in roles such as business analyst, research analyst, manager of research operations or research consultant.
- With advanced discipline and professional knowledge, you'll have a strong case for promotion to senior managerial roles.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Critical Issues in Research
- Research Methodology for Professional Practice
- Comprehensive Literature Review
- Research Proposal and Presentation
- Doctoral Thesis FT
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Provider: 00005F
- Students must have completed a MBA degree or Masters Degree in Business, or hold an equivalent qualification from a recognised Australian tertiary institution, or hold an international qualification deemed to be equivalent (as determined by NOOSR).
- Students will normally have achieved a credit average (or equivalent) in their MBA (or equivalent) studies as a demonstration of their capacity to undertake postgraduate work at an advanced level.
In addition to acceptable academic qualifications, an applicant for admission shall:
- Have a minimum of five years of relevant business experience,
- And be working in business or have access to business such that the practical requirements of the program and the research can be undertaken.
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): 34,640 AUD / year
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 33,680 AUD / year