Doctor of Business Administration
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Key Highlights
“Through our association with Golden Gate University, San Francisco, upGrad endeavors to facilitate continuing education for working professionals throughout their careers. The pedagogy, program structure and delivery of these programs from the innovation capital of the world is our key differentiator.”
- Phlagun Kompalli - Co-founder, upGrad
Syllabus
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About the Program
1:1 Thesis Supervision
Interact with Golden Gate University senior academic advisors —many of whom are working professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area—during live, interactive 1:1 sessions with the allotted thesis supervisor.
WASC Accreditation & WES Recognition
GGU has been accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) since 1959 and it is WES recognized. WASC accredits universities in California and Hawaii, including Stanford, UC Berkeley, and others. WSCUC is nationally recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
On-campus Immersion
Engage in optional, interactive networking sessions with your program peers and experienced professionals for a more immersive GGU experience.
- A degree from a pioneering university based in the innovation capital of the world
- Full alumni status from Golden Gate University
- Join a 70,000+ network of NASA astronauts, mayors, C-suite leaders, and entrepreneurs
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Instructors
Dr. Mick Mcgee
Dr. Judith Lee
Dr. Joaquin "Jay" Gonzalez
Dr. Anita Manohar
Learn like you’re right there in San Francisco
Watch David Fike (President, GGU), Brent White (Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, GGU), and Phalgun Kompalli (Co-founder, upGrad) talk about the collaboration that makes it possible.
Syllabus
Foundation
- Doctoral Writing and Research Methods
- Quantitative Research and Analysis
- Qualitative Research and Analysis
Concentration (Choose Any One)
- Finance
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Business & Data Analytics
- Marketing
- Leadership & Strategy
- General
Final Dissertation
Concentrations
Topics Covered
Finance
The upGrad Advantage
Career Services
- Access to upGrad’s career portal
- 1:1 mentorship sessions
- Access to 300+ job openings
- Resume building tools
- Industry specific interview preparation
- Just in time interviews
Learning Support
- Receive unparalleled guidance from industry mentors, teaching assistants and graders.
- Receive one-on-one feedback on submissions and personalised feedback on improvement.
- Student Support available all day for your convenience (24*7).
- For urgent queries, use the Call Back option on the platform.
Doubt Resolution
- Timely doubt resolution by industry experts and peers.
- 100% expert verified responses to ensure quality learning.
- Personalised expert feedback on assignments and projects.
- Regular live sessions by experts to clarify concept-related doubts.
Admission Process
There are 3 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed below:
Step 1
Submit Application
Complete your application, providing work experience and educational background. The admissions committee will review your application, including all required documentation.
Step 2
Apply for Scholarship
Submit your Statement of Purpose for the GGU program to which you are applying. Upon qualification, you will receive an Official Offer Letter confirming your admission to the course.
Step 3
Reserve Your Seat
Reserve your program spot by paying the required program deposit (typically INR50,000) in full by the date specified in your offer letter. Start your educational journey.
Global Leadership Scholarships Offered by Golden Gate University and upGrad
Program Fees : $65,800*
70% scholarship available for 5,000 students along with EMI options
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*Referral offer is valid only on the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Golden Gate University.
Frequently Asked Questions
Course Eligibility
Who is this program for?
Working professionals who are looking for a transition into the C-suite and senior management professionals looking to become experts in their domain of choice or add credibility to their profile and transition into a consultant role.
What is the minimum eligibility for this program?
Master's Degree (or equivalent) or Bachelors Degree with 5+ years of work experience.
How do I become eligible for the scholarship? What is the application process?
The scholarship is rolled out based on the academic and professional achievements. Once the application form is submitted with these details, the admission committee reviews the same. If you are admitted into the program, the scholarship that you are eligible for will be mentioned on the offer letter. Please note that admission is provisional until successful verification of supporting documents and completing the payment formalities.
Payment
Will I be able to avail EMI Options of my course fee even after receiving scholarships?
Yes, 70% scholarship for 5,000 students along with EMI options are available.
How much do I pay to block my seat?
You need to pay INR 50,000 to block your seat.
Refund Policy/Financials
What is the refund policy for this program?
1. You may request a refund for the Program at any time before the Cohort Commencement Date by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. A processing fee of Rs. 10,000 will be charged. Please note that once the Program commences, no refund request will be considered, and any amount paid by the student will not be refunded.
2. Requests for refund must be sent via e-mail in the prescribed Refund Request Form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program. For refund and deferral policies please refer to this link.
Will I have to pay any extra amount for the EMI transaction?
If you are availing of 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.
Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transactions. If charged will be billed in the first repayment instalment.
Can I use my international credit card for 0% credit EMI or chargeable credit card EMI?
Only Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the credit card option in one-shot or part payments and later you can convert it into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.
How can I opt for credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% credit card EMI or chargeable credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the credit card option in one-shot or part payments and later you can convert it into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.