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PhD in Business Administration

Applied Science University

Manama, Capital, Bahrain•QS 2027 #655 =

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PhD in Business Administration is a doctorate in Business Administration programme offered by Applied Science University in Manama, Bahrain. The programme runs for 3 years. It carries 54.0 credits (credit hours). Tuition for international students is BHD 23,700 per total (BHD 23,700 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Business Administration
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 54.0 (credit hours)
Local tuition: BHD 23,700 / total
International tuition: BHD 23,700 / total

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: asu.edu.bh ·

Program details

Overview

Run jointly with the World Islamic Science and Education University in Jordan, this PhD in Business Administration spans three years across 54 credit hours, structured as twelve courses plus a dissertation, and is aimed at future leaders in business and research. Coursework builds critical-analysis and strategic-thinking skills for complex market problems, preparing graduates for senior management, research, and academic roles such as business management analyst. Entry requires a bachelor's and master's degree, normally in the same or a closely related field; applicants from a different field may need to complete additional tests or remedial courses set by the department. Tuition is billed at 400 BHD per credit hour for a base total of 23,700 BHD across 54 credit hours and six semester registration fees, with partial scholarships reducing the cost to roughly 18,900 BHD.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Entry requires a bachelor's degree and a master's degree, or their equivalent, from a university recognised in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The degree should normally be in the same specialisation as the doctoral programme or a closely related field; where it is not, the applicant must complete additional tests or remedial courses set by the relevant department before beginning doctoral study.

About Applied Science University

Type: University
Control: Private
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 2004
Students: 3,000
QS rank: #655 =
Programs: 29
Location: Manama, Capital, Bahrain

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Business Administration award?

Applied Science University awards a Doctorate in the field of Business Administration on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Business Administration take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does PhD in Business Administration cost?

Tuition for international students is BHD 23,700 per total (BHD 23,700 per total for local students).

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