Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 24 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027. Application deadline not specified.
Overview
The objective of this Doctor of Business Administration - Dissertation Track (Geneva) from Swiss School Of Business and Management is a practical and research-based doctoral programme in business and industry which is designed for mid-career executives who have already completed the MBA (or equivalent qualification) and are looking to further enhance their practical and theoretical knowledge in the field.
Career
The programme was designed for business professionals and top executives with the objective to provide them with a practical grounding in premium business and research education and its applications by offering flexible and rigorous research-based curriculum. The DBA doctorate programme features a thesis research project that emphasizes applied research to help you solve a real-world problem within your organization. Our distinguished programme faculty will accompany you throughout the DBA journey by providing milestones to help you stay on track.
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Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Research Methodology
- Publishing Your Paper
- Writing Research Proposal
- Research Proposal
- Software Citation Tools
- Thesis
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Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- MBA (or equivalent qualification) from a recognized higher education institution.
- A Master’s degree in management (or associated discipline) with a minimum of 2 years professional work experience.
- A Master’s degree in a field other than management (or related discipline) but with a minimum of 5 years professional work experience.
- Grade transcripts
- Your CV or resume
- ID or passport copy
- One photo
- English requirements: If a candidate is not from a majority English-speaking country, then an evidence of English language competency is required.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 17,285 AUD / year (≈ 10,000 CHF / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 17,285 AUD / year (≈ 10,000 CHF / year)
Living costs
Genève, Switzerland: 3,327-4,926 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
