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Doctor of Business Administration
Testamur Title of Degree: | Doctor of Business Administration |
Abbreviation: | DBA |
UOW Course Code: | 207 |
CRICOS Code: | N/A |
Total Credit Points: | 144 |
Study Area / Disciplines / My University Key Words: | Business, Commerce, Adminsitration, Management |
Duration: | 6 years part-time |
Home Faculty: | Business |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn |
Delivery Mode: | On Campus (Face-to-Face) |
Delivery Campus: | Sydney |
Additional Information: | Course Finder |
Course Description
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is an advanced postgraduate research degree focussing on professional business practice, providing experienced managers with the necessary research skills that can be applied to issues of organisational leadership. The DBA provides a framework that will enable participants to expand their knowledge in one or more business areas, drawing on the disciplinary expertise of faculties across campus. The course is designed to build on the existing strengths of the participants and provide a formal educational opportunity for them to develop and apply business research skills, enhance their understanding of contemporary management theories, and gain a competitive advantage in business.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements, English requirements and credit transfer information are available from the Course Finder.
Course Structure
Students are required to complete four (4) coursework subjects (48 credit points) comprising research training and advanced management theory and application. On successful completion of coursework subjects, students work with supervisors to complete a thesis (96 credit points).
Compulsory Subjects | Credit Points | |
Literature Review | 12 | |
Introduction to Research and Research Methods | 12 | |
Applied Data Analysis | 12 | |
Research Dissemination and Impact | 12 | |
Thesis Part Time | 12 (per session) | |
Other Information
Students will be required to travel to both Innovation Campus and Sydney Campus to attend classes for coursework subjects.
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: sbs@uow.edu.au