The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at the Euro American Institute is an MQF/EQF Level 8 doctoral qualification designed for experienced professionals who wish to combine advanced business knowledge with original applied research. The programme develops high-level capability in strategic management, leadership, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, corporate governance and doctoral research.
The programme is structured around a taught phase followed by an advanced research and dissertation phase. Learners complete eight compulsory modules and undertake an original doctoral dissertation that is defended through a viva voce examination.
The approved curriculum carries 180 ECTS and 4,500 total learning hours. The curriculum states a full-time duration of approximately 3 to 3.5 years and a part-time duration of approximately 6 to 7 years. The programme is delivered in English and is approved at doctoral level under the Malta Qualifications Framework.
Applicants are expected to hold a recognised Master’s degree or an EQF/MQF Level 7 full qualification with a minimum overall score of 55%, or GPA 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or higher, in accordance with the Euro American Institute admissions standard for doctoral programmes.
Course Fee: £7,500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
Strategic Financial Management
Develops advanced understanding of financial and managerial accounting for strategic decision-making. Learners examine costing, budgeting, funding sources, working capital, investment appraisal and the use of financial analysis to support organisational strategy.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Explores enterprise, entrepreneurship and innovation in global business contexts. Learners examine entrepreneurial strategies, business opportunities, innovation, market feasibility and the practical considerations involved in developing and growing new ventures.
Strategic Marketing
Develops advanced understanding of strategic marketing concepts and their application in contemporary organisations. Learners explore product development, promotion, distribution, pricing, relationship management, segmentation, targeting, branding and the development of integrated marketing strategies.
Globalisation and Corporate Governance
Examines the relationship between globalisation, international business and corporate governance. Learners explore multinational organisations, global institutions, ethical and social issues, corporate responsibility and governance principles including transparency, disclosure and board responsibilities.
Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Potential
Develops advanced understanding of strategic management in a globalised environment and the role of leadership in strategic change. Learners evaluate strategic position, strategic choices and implementation while examining leadership approaches that influence organisational effectiveness.
Developing Research Capability
Builds the research capability required to identify and investigate complex business problems. Learners examine research philosophies, critical thinking, literature review, research problem definition, theory development and the design of rigorous research proposals.
Advanced Research Design and Methodologies
Advances knowledge of complex research design and higher-level qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Learners explore data collection, mixed methods, advanced data analysis tools, research frameworks and the interpretation and presentation of robust research findings.
Research and Dissertation
Guides learners through the development, execution and defence of an original doctoral research project. Learners formulate research questions, conduct literature review, select appropriate methodologies, analyse data, present findings and produce a scholarly dissertation that contributes new knowledge to business administration.
Successful completion of the full programme leads to the Doctorate in Business Administration at MQF/EQF Level 8, the highest level of the Malta and European qualifications frameworks.
The approved curriculum also identifies a Master of Philosophy at MQF Level 7 as an exit qualification for a learner who exits after two years in accordance with the programme requirements. As the DBA is already a doctoral-level qualification, the curriculum does not specify progression to a higher academic qualification. Graduates may use the doctorate for advanced professional, research, consultancy or academic pathways, subject to the requirements of the relevant employer or higher education institution.
The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at the Euro American Institute is an MQF/EQF Level 8 doctoral qualification designed for experienced professionals who wish to combine advanced business knowledge with original applied research. The programme develops high-level capability in strategic management, leadership, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, corporate governance and doctoral research.
The programme is structured around a taught phase followed by an advanced research and dissertation phase. Learners complete eight compulsory modules and undertake an original doctoral dissertation that is defended through a viva voce examination.
The approved curriculum carries 180 ECTS and 4,500 total learning hours. The curriculum states a full-time duration of approximately 3 to 3.5 years and a part-time duration of approximately 6 to 7 years. The programme is delivered in English and is approved at doctoral level under the Malta Qualifications Framework.
Applicants are expected to hold a recognised Master’s degree or an EQF/MQF Level 7 full qualification with a minimum overall score of 55%, or GPA 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or higher, in accordance with the Euro American Institute admissions standard for doctoral programmes.
Course Fee: £7,500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
Strategic Financial Management
Develops advanced understanding of financial and managerial accounting for strategic decision-making. Learners examine costing, budgeting, funding sources, working capital, investment appraisal and the use of financial analysis to support organisational strategy.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Explores enterprise, entrepreneurship and innovation in global business contexts. Learners examine entrepreneurial strategies, business opportunities, innovation, market feasibility and the practical considerations involved in developing and growing new ventures.
Strategic Marketing
Develops advanced understanding of strategic marketing concepts and their application in contemporary organisations. Learners explore product development, promotion, distribution, pricing, relationship management, segmentation, targeting, branding and the development of integrated marketing strategies.
Globalisation and Corporate Governance
Examines the relationship between globalisation, international business and corporate governance. Learners explore multinational organisations, global institutions, ethical and social issues, corporate responsibility and governance principles including transparency, disclosure and board responsibilities.
Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Potential
Develops advanced understanding of strategic management in a globalised environment and the role of leadership in strategic change. Learners evaluate strategic position, strategic choices and implementation while examining leadership approaches that influence organisational effectiveness.
Developing Research Capability
Builds the research capability required to identify and investigate complex business problems. Learners examine research philosophies, critical thinking, literature review, research problem definition, theory development and the design of rigorous research proposals.
Advanced Research Design and Methodologies
Advances knowledge of complex research design and higher-level qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Learners explore data collection, mixed methods, advanced data analysis tools, research frameworks and the interpretation and presentation of robust research findings.
Research and Dissertation
Guides learners through the development, execution and defence of an original doctoral research project. Learners formulate research questions, conduct literature review, select appropriate methodologies, analyse data, present findings and produce a scholarly dissertation that contributes new knowledge to business administration.
Successful completion of the full programme leads to the Doctorate in Business Administration at MQF/EQF Level 8, the highest level of the Malta and European qualifications frameworks.
The approved curriculum also identifies a Master of Philosophy at MQF Level 7 as an exit qualification for a learner who exits after two years in accordance with the programme requirements. As the DBA is already a doctoral-level qualification, the curriculum does not specify progression to a higher academic qualification. Graduates may use the doctorate for advanced professional, research, consultancy or academic pathways, subject to the requirements of the relevant employer or higher education institution.
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