IBAS
International Business Administration School empowering future business leaders with globally focused doctoral programs and executive education.
International Business Administration School empowering future business leaders with globally focused doctoral programs and executive education.
The IBAS Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is designed to give you the tools, knowledge, and flexibility to grow without interrupting your current work and family commitments a globally recognised European doctorate delivered through a flexible, part-time format with live online classes and self-study access, so you can learn anywhere, anytime.
The programme is designed for ambitious professionals, senior managers, entrepreneurs, and executives who wish to bridge the gap between academic research and practical business leadership. Through a structured doctoral journey, candidates develop the expertise to address complex organisational challenges using evidence-based research and strategic decision-making.
With personalised academic guidance, internationally experienced faculty, and a flexible online learning environment, students can successfully balance their doctoral studies alongside their professional and personal commitments.
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The IBAS Flexi-Learn DBA is structured around 10 taught modules followed by a supervised research dissertation.
Each module runs for 8 weeks and is offered on a rolling basis throughout the year, allowing you to begin or rejoin the programme at multiple points depending on your schedule.
After completing the taught modules, candidates move into a supervised research and dissertation phase, culminating in the defence of the dissertation.
A fully integrated online platform combining live synchronous sessions with structured asynchronous study, for real-time engagement and independent progress.
Learn from internationally qualified lecturers with deep academic and industry experience, bringing both theory and real-world relevance into every module.
Structured guidance in methodology, analysis, and dissertation design equips you to conduct impactful, independent research.
Modules run on a rolling basis, and if commitments require a pause, you may step out and resume when the module cycle repeats.
Graduates strengthen their trajectory toward CEO, COO, Managing Director, and board and governance opportunities.
IBAS has achieved ACBSP accreditation for its DBA programme, recognised by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in the United States.
Every candidate moves through the same milestones, at a pace that fits their career.
Hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) and demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR Level B2 or above.
Successfully complete and pass all 10 required business modules, each run over 8 weeks on a rolling basis.
Transition into the supervised research and dissertation phase, which can take 1 to 2 years to complete.
Define your research problem, review the literature, design your study, and collect and analyse your data.
Complete and defend your research dissertation to graduate as Dr.
The programme is designed for ambitious professionals, senior managers, entrepreneurs, and executives who wish to bridge the gap between academic research and practical business leadership, addressing complex organisational challenges through evidence-based research and strategic decision-making.
The Flexi-Learn DBA at IBAS combines the rigour of European academics with the real-world expertise of seasoned global professionals. Our faculty are international experts who bring decades of industry and academic experience into the classroom.
This programme is designed to develop forward-thinking leaders who are not only equipped to conduct meaningful, applied research, but who also bring confidence, independence, and strategic insight to complex business challenges.
Build your research skills through structured guidance in methodology, analysis, and dissertation design.
Strengthen your ability to analyse complex challenges, develop evidence-based insights, and lead strategic decision-making.
Study within a globally focused doctoral environment, learning from internationally qualified lecturers with deep academic and industry experience.
Connect with our academic advisors to explore IBAS programme options, admission requirements, tuition fees, scholarships, and flexible study pathways tailored to your professional goals in international business.