Doctorate
Doctor of Business Administration
Duration
1-3 Years
Mode
Online
Application Closure Date
Closing Soon
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The DBA for Executive Impact: The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), offered in partnership with the Swiss International Management Academy (SIMA), is the highest professional qualification for modern executives. This research-intensive, practice-focused doctorate is designed for senior leaders who wish to transform industry challenges into strategic solutions and drive demonstrable organizational change.
Spanning three flexible years, this program centers on advanced applied research, personalized mentorship, and real-world problem-solving. You will apply doctoral-level knowledge to address complex business problems, hone strategic decision-making skills, and produce a dissertation that generates significant, measurable impact for your organization or field.
Elevate your career into C-suite positions, high-level consulting, or professional advisory roles. The SIMA DBA provides the intellectual rigor and professional distinction to solidify your status as a thought leader and an expert practitioner on a global scale.
Admission Criteria
To qualify for admission to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, applicants must meet one of the following eligibility pathways:
Eligibility
Master / bachelors with 5 years of work experience
Course Fees
Payment Terms:
Lump Sum Payment or Early Payment Discount:
A discount of 300 USD is applicable on the total fees when paid in full within the first month of enrolment.
Monthly Payment Plan:
- Initial payment: $1200 USD | Rs. 1,00,000 (due within the first month)
- Remaining Balance: $5300 USD | Rs. 4,40,000 + 18% GST
- The balance can be conveniently spread over next 6 Monthly instalments.
- Failure to meet the monthly instalment obligations will result in a 12% interest charge on the outstanding balance.
Note:
Kindly be informed that an additional fee of USD 1,500 will be applicable if the DBA program is completed beyond the stipulated duration of 2 years
Career Outlook
Achieve Maximum Impact with a
Professionally Distinguished DBA
Accelerate into Senior Leadership Roles
A DBA empowers experienced professionals to transition into C-suite and strategic leadership positions with confidence.
Research Meets Practice
Seamlessly merge the discipline of rigorous academic research with tangible, real-world business application. Your doctoral project becomes an engine for organizational innovation.
Master Advanced Research and Strategic Thinking
Strengthen your ability to analyze, interpret, and solve complex business issues through a research-driven approach.
Global Professional Credibility
Earning a professional doctoral degree from a prestigious Swiss institution instantly elevates your professional profile, demonstrating unparalleled expertise, commitment, and strong leadership distinction.
Pathways to Professional Leadership
The DBA is the definitive qualification for transitioning into elite business consulting, high-level advisory positions, or professional teaching and training roles.
Study Without Disrupting Your Career
With flexible, online or blended delivery, the program is tailored for busy professionals managing work and study.
Become a Recognized Thought Leader
Your dissertation contributes meaningful insights to your industry—positioning you as a knowledge leader in your field.
Drive Transformative Impact Through Evidence-Based Leadership
Lead with insight, make decisions grounded in evidence, and create lasting impact that transforms organizations and communities.
Curriculum
| DBA Program Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Business Modules | |
| Marketing and Business Environment | 10 |
| Mastering Leadership: Theories and Concepts | 10 |
| Organisational Change and Development in Management System | 10 |
| Strategic Management | 10 |
| Specialization Subject | 10 |
| Business Modules Credits | 50 |
| Research Thesis | |
| Research Methodology & Thesis Project | 10 |
| Doctoral Research Project Literature Support | 10 |
| Doctoral Research Project Research Methodology | 10 |
| Doctoral Research Project Results and Findings | 10 |
| Doctoral Research Project Conclusions and Recommendations | 30 |
| Research Thesis Credits | 70 |
| Total DBA Program Credits | 120 |
Specializations
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Banking & Financial Services Management
- Business Analytics
- Construction Management
- Data and Cyber Security
- Digital Marketing Management
- Entrepreneurship Management
- Environmental Management
- Executive Leadership
- Finance Management
- General Management
- Global Business Management
- Health Science & Hospital Management
- Human Resource Management
- Information Technology
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Oil and Gas Management
- Production and Operations Management
- Project Management
- Quality Management
- Risk & Safety Management
- Sales and Marketing Management
Institution Highlights
Membership
- Member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- Member of the Swiss Federation for Adult Learning (SVEB)
- Swiss International Management Academy (SIMA) is an Educational Member of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
Accreditation
- Candidate for Accreditation by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- Accredited by the American Accreditation Association (AAA)
- Accredited by European Association for Higher Education Advancement (EAHEA)
- Accredited by International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE)
Recognition
- SIMA is a registered Higher Education Institute in the Canton of Zug, Switzerland.
- SIMA offers legally recognized online higher education delivered from Zug, Switzerland.
- Widely recognized in the EU, US, Canada, and 60+ countries, enhancing your global professional mobility.
- Swiss International Management Academy (SIMA) has been named among the Top 10 Promising Higher Education Institutions in Switzerland – 2025 by Higher Education Review.
- Awarded a QS 4 Star Rating in Online Learning, showcasing SIMA’s commitment to delivering world-class, globally benchmarked education.
About SIMA, Switzerland
The Swiss International Management Academy (SIMA) delivers career-focused professional degree programs and accessible online learning pathways to a diverse international community. Headquartered in Switzerland, SIMA is committed to fusing high academic standards with essential, industry-relevant skills.
Our programs are structured to provide a transformative learning experience led by experienced faculty with deep corporate and academic expertise. We focus on enhancing practical skills, achieving strong career-oriented outcomes, and facilitating professional advancement across all sectors.
Awarded Qualification
Participants who fulfill the program requirements will receive a professional degree from Swiss International Management Academy, Switzerland.
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