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Global Doctor of Business Administration

Grow your management and leadership skills to ignite new business strategies and solutions. Designed for business professionals who want to grow their positions as leaders in their field.

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  • Online Learning
    Format
  • 2-3 years
    Program Duration
  • ACBSP & EduQua
    Accredited
  • Switzerland Immersion
    Available
  • Jun 29, 2022
    Program Start Date
  • Overview
  • Instructors
  • Program Structure
  • Benefits
  • Careers
  • Admission Process
  • Fees
  • Refer & Earn

Elevate your executive capability, stand out, thrive and influence to #MakeDifference with DBA. Executives need to improve their skills into better problem-solvers and achieve the highest level of global business practice and theory. Developing your leadership skills is more important than ever to succeed in today's business world. It's the only way to discover what you're capable of achieving. Your decision to take your education to the next level puts you in elite company and path to the pinna.

Made for busy executives

You will get your DBA within 3 years without having to leave your job and spend 5 years getting a doctorate on campus

Outcome-driven

You can focus on either of our 13 specializations and build your expertise where it’ll make the highest impact to you

Engaging and intellectually stimulating

You will learn from excellent professors and have 1:1 support on your thesis

Program Overview

Key Highlights

  • Accredited by ACBSP, the leading global authority on Business Schools and Programs
  • Achieve a Doctorate from an EduQua accredited program supported by the Swiss Confederate Government
  • Obtain advanced leadership and managerial learning through 1:1 thesis supervision
  • Get premium support from industry-connected faculty and supervisors each committed to your success
  • World renowned faculty with 15+ years of experience in their domain
  • 3 years duration against an average of 4-5 years for most other doctoral programs
  • Specialise in 13+ business fields of your choice
  • Get a world recognized Doctorate at 1/2 the cost of the on-campus program
  • Get SSBM alumni status
  • Available opportunity to travel to Switzerland and network with peers from around the world on an 8 day immersion program with live faculty sessions, stay and excursions included

13+ Specializations based on dissertation topic including:
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Human Resource Management
- Finance, International Business Leadership
- Global Supply Chain Management
- Energy Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Accounting & more.

  • Who should apply for a DBA?
    •The DBA programme is designed for senior executives or other business professionals with a track record in management and other leadership roles.

    •It is targeting ambitious senior managers seeking to acquire the expertise needed to move into very senior roles.

    •It is also recommended for other experienced professional who want to refine their insights in order to develop new business models and strategies.

    •It is well suited for MBA degree holders who wish to progress to the highest level of professional qualification in Business and Management
  • What is taught in the DBA programme?
    •Coursework teaching rigorous qualitative and quantitative research methods combined with current business theory in areas such as leadership, decision-making, global change etc.

    •Allows students to combine scientific research, theory and professional experience to successfully defend a dissertation that casts new insights on practical business problems.

    •Transforms business professionals into better problem-solvers and business leaders.
  • Why study for a DBA?
    •Stand out amongst your peers and get access to better career opportunities at an executive level.

    •Develop personal competitive advantage as you learn advanced managerial skills.

    •Explore deeper your business interests and passions.

    •Stay up-to-date with rapidly changing issues in global business.

    •Earn an advanced degree that is rooted in both business practice and theory.

    •In few respects, a DBA is similar to an MBA; however the DBA involves more original research and analysis, feeding back into business theory and practice.
  • Minimum Eligibility
    •Master’s degree (or equivalent) or a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 5+ years work experience.
Syllabus

Best-in-class content by leading faculty and industry leaders in the form of videos, cases and projects.

Global Doctor of Business Administration degree from SSBM Geneva

Complete all the research phases and your dissertation to receive a Global Doctor of Business Administration in any specialisation of your interest from SSBM Geneva.

  • Earn a Doctorate degree from a top ranked university in Switzerland
  • Network with learners from 50+ countries who are enrolled into the program
  • Receive SSBM Geneva Alumni Status
  • Dissertation in the specialization of your choice
Global Doctor of Business Administration degree from SSBM Geneva
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Instructors

World-class faculty from top academic centres and corporates across Europe and USA.

Giacomo Marzi
Giacomo Marzi
PhD, University of Lincoln, UK
Giacomo’s main research field relates to Innovation and Technology Management, both in manufacturing and IT companies.
Mario Silic
Mario Silic
PhD, University of St Gallen, Switzerland
He has over 15 years of professional experience in various senior management positions.
Sara Sassetti
Sara Sassetti
PhD, University of Pisa, Italy
Sara’s main research field relates to entrepreneurial decision-making, students’ employability and HRM.
Dario Silic
Dario Silic
PhD, University of Lyon 2, France
Dario’s research interests are Financial engineering, Financial management, Corporate finance, European union.
Andrea Patrucco
Andrea Patrucco
PhD, Penn State, USA
He provides executive education teaching for companies like ABB, AXA, Edison, Ferragamo, Gucci, Pirelli, Solvay.
Alex Lyon
Alex Lyon
PhD, State University of New York, USA
His area of study is Organizational Communication with an emphasis on leadership, power, and ethics.
Goran Vlasic
Goran Vlasic
PhD, University of Zagreb
He is a full professor at the University of Zagreb Faculty of Economics and Business. He has obtained his PhD in Business Administration and Management from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy.
Ivana Nobilo
Ivana Nobilo
PhD, University of Osijek, Croatia
Ivana is a Management Consultant, Executive Trainer & Transformation Coach with international experience.
Velimir Srića
Velimir Srića
PhD, University of Zagreb
He is a professor of management at Zagreb University and visiting professor at UCLA.
Meskina Olesya
Meskina Olesya
PhD, University of Basel
She is an author of two monographs and numerous papers in the field of social science, marketing and economics.

Program Structure

International industry expertise at your disposal as you deep-dive into one of more than 12 specializations. Flexible timelines upto 36 months.

  • Research Methodology I
    • 24 Weeks
  • Research Methodology II
    • 24 Weeks
  • Research Proposal
    • 24 Weeks
  • Thesis Writing
    • 24 Weeks
  • 75+
    Nations represented in cohort
  • 1:1
    Thesis Supervision
  • 13+
    Specializations
The upGrad Advantage
Unparalleled academic assistance ensuring a seamless research experience.
  • High ROI
    Cost Effective
    • Upgrade your career at 1/2 of the cost of the same on-campus program. You pay only a fraction of an old school doctorate and reap the rewards nonetheless.
    Learn and Earn
    • Get world class credentials without leaving your job from the comfort of your home
  • Industry Driven
    • Learn through curriculum created by the industry for the industry
    • Learn and get coached by leading industry experts from around the globe
    Flexible
    • Experience world class education on-demand through our proprietary app and website
    Unparalleled Support
    • Work with a dedicated upGrad buddy who will handhold you throughout the program
    • Get expert verified resolutions for all your doubts within hours
    • Weekly live sessions with industry experts on doubts, career & communication
  • Career Preparation
    • Rigorous career preparation with resume feedback, personal branding on LinkedIn
    • Career booster content to help understand how to search for jobs, prepare for interviews, negotiate your salary etc.
    • Industry mentorship - Receive mentorship from industry leaders of the domain to help you reach your desired career goal
    Networking
    • Opportunity to network with accomplished professionals, faculty and industry experts from 50+ countries
    • Part of 50K+ alumni base who are working in top companies like Amazon, ESPN, Visa, Microsoft, E&Y, Accenture

SSBM Alumni

Gordan
Gordan
Martina
Martina
Katarina
Katarina
Ivana
Ivana
Lidija
Lidija
Ozren
Ozren
Dino
Dino
Marina
Marina
Adam
Adam
Ivor
Ivor

Admission Process

Step 1: Complete the Application

Step 1: Complete the Application

Fill out the application form with your academic and career details.

Step 2: Get Shortlisted & Receive the Offer Letter

Step 2: Get Shortlisted & Receive the Offer Letter

Our admissions committee will review your profile. Upon being selected, an offer letter will be sent to you confirming your admission to the Doctor of Business Administration Program.

Step 3: Block your Seat

Step 3: Block your Seat

Block your seat with a block payment to enroll. Get access to the course material and begin your journey to professional mastery!

Program Fee
USD 10,000
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    What's Included in the Price
    Features/Benefits
    • Network with students from across 50+ countries who are part of the program.
    • 1:1 Thesis Supervision
    • International Academic Support

    Student Reviews

    Alex E. Asampong
    Alex E. Asampong
    Lecturer, Utrecht University, Netherlands
    SSBM is highly efficient regarding information, assistance and all tools one needs to accomplish study successfully. Undoubtedly, I am very proud of my excellent experience with SSBM.
    Lisa Tamilia
    Lisa Tamilia
    Sales & Market Development, USA
    I am very impressed with my experience in the Executive Doctorate in Business Administration (EDBA) program at SSBM (Geneva, Switzerland)! It has been a very positive experience especially with the professionalism and support of my mentor and advisor. It is also a great network and collaboration with a professional network of great students around the globe.
    Deji Bolusemihi
    Deji Bolusemihi
    Midfield Insurance Brokers, Nigeria
    My studying, learning and mentorship experience at SSBM has been most rewarding. I have been exposed to much more intellectual ideas and my horizon has been widened in my field of study. The exposure from SSBM and my course mentor Prof Dario Silic has been great and these have impacted positively on my job.
    Emmanuel Sidigu Omondi
    Emmanuel Sidigu Omondi
    Manager Network Operations control, DHL, ME and Africa
    My personal highlight of the SSBM programme is the opportunity to discuss ideas on a platform with people that have different degrees of expertise and different views. This allows the development of thought through conversation as well as through research and real time scenarios to predict outcomes."
    Rohini Ghavari
    Rohini Ghavari
    DBA Student, India
    I’m very happy with the support of my mentor. It is really amazing and I’m enjoying my journey.

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