Prof.D in Management - DBA

Calgary, Alberta, Canada•QS 2027 #249

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Offered by University of Calgary in Calgary, Canada, Prof.D in Management - DBA is a professional doctorate in Business & Management programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered in a hybrid format.

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Degree: Professional Doctorate

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: Hybrid

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Program details

Overview

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Management at the University of Calgary's Haskayne School of Business combines coursework with independent research, culminating in a thesis defence. The program is designed for senior professionals seeking to address complex strategic and organizational challenges, and is delivered through a combination of in-person and online instruction. Full-time completion normally takes four years, with a maximum completion time of six years. Admission requires a post-baccalaureate degree such as an MBA or another relevant business-focused master's degree, at least ten years of management experience including seven years at the senior management or executive level, a current curriculum vitae, an essay series including a personal statement, and two reference letters. The program admits students for a January intake.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.50 / 4.0

Admission Requirements: Minimum 3.50 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and a post-baccalaureate degree such as an MBA or another relevant business-focused master's degree. Applicants need at least ten years of management experience, including seven years at the senior management or executive level, and submit a current curriculum vitae, an essay series including a personal statement, and two reference letters. Applicants whose primary language is not English must meet the required English language proficiency criteria.

Application Details

Start Date: January

About University of Calgary

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1966

Students: 38,000

QS rank: #249

Programs: 282

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Prof.D in Management - DBA award?

University of Calgary awards a Professional Doctorate in the field of Business & Management on completion of this programme.

How long does Prof.D in Management - DBA take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

Can Prof.D in Management - DBA be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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