Description
The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is the highest level of specialization in management, focusing on innovation and strategic decision-making through research. Unlike other doctoral programs, the DBA develops experts in a specific area, combining advanced theory with scientific methodologies to create innovative solutions within organizations. Graduates excel in executive roles, consulting, and academia, leading change and transforming industries with a knowledge-driven and innovation-focused approach.
Online
English, Spanish
60 credits
3 years
Description
The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is the highest level of specialization in management, focusing on innovation and strategic decision-making through research. Unlike other doctoral programs, the DBA develops experts in a specific area, combining advanced theory with scientific methodologies to create innovative solutions within organizations. Graduates excel in executive roles, consulting, and academia, leading change and transforming industries with a knowledge-driven and innovation-focused approach.
Online
English, Spanish
3 years
60 credits
Program Sequence
Prerequisite Courses
- Organizational Theory
- Measuring the Added Value Proposition
- Human Resource Leadership
- Market Analysis and Main Concepts in Marketing
- Management of Innovative Technologies I
- Competitive Advantage Theory and Application
Research Courses
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Quantitative Research
- Qualitative Research
- Mixed Methods Research
- Statistics for Data Analysis
Concentration Courses
- Leadership and Managing Team Dynamics
- Effective Team Management
- Planning for Organizational Pivoting
- Strategic Partnerships in Human Resource Management
- Policy and People Management
Finance
- Accounting and Reporting in Finance
- Financial Economics
- Theory of Finance
- Investment Strategies
- Econometrics and Finance
Management
- Business Management Essentials
- Strategic Organizational Management
- Managing Competition with Strategic Alliances
- Management Tools of Effective Business Models
- Challenges in Contemporary Business Models
Applied Technologies
- Business Analytics and Data Management
- Artificial Intelligence in Business
- Management of Innovative Technologies II
- Machine Learning Tools for Big Data
- Advanced Effective Technologies
Research Courses
- Dissertation Proposal and Research I
- Dissertation Proposal and Research II
- Dissertation Proposal and Research III
- Dissertation Defense
Support Platforms
In the DBA program at Blackwell Global University, students develop advanced research and strategic competencies supported by internationally recognized academic, methodological, and data analysis tools. These platforms enable rigorous research, organizational strategy formulation, and applicable knowledge generation for business environments.
Statistical and Econometric Analysis
SPSS, Stata, R / RStudio: Tools for quantitative analysis, econometric modeling, and scientific data validation.
Qualitative Analysis
NVivo, ATLAS.ti: Specialized platforms for coding, interpreting, and analyzing qualitative data such as interviews, open surveys, and texts.
Reference Management and Academic Writing
Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote: Bibliographic managers used to organize sources, cite correctly, and maintain academic rigor.
Simulation and Decision Analysis
Vensim, Stella, AnyLogic: System modeling, organizational process simulation, and scenario analysis.
Research Databases
Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, JSTOR, ProQuest: Bibliographic resources for literature review and impact metrics.
Research Methods and Design
Design Science Research Framework, Case Study Method, Mixed Methods Research: Methodological frameworks applied to doctoral research with practical and academic focus.
Complex Data Visualization
Tableau, Power BI, Gephi, VOSviewer: Visualization tools used to present complex results clearly, visually, and persuasively.
Organizational Management and Strategy
Balanced Scorecard (BSC), TOGAF, Business Model Canvas: Strategic models and analysis tools for executive decision-making.
Career Prospects
Business Focus
DBA graduates are prepared to take on high-level positions in the corporate world, where data-driven decision-making and research are essential for innovation and organizational growth. Career opportunities include:
- • Executive leadership roles (CEO, CFO, COO) in global and multinational companies.
• Strategic consultants specializing in human resources, finance, management, or applied technologies.
• Leaders in innovation and organizational development, driving disruptive changes in key industries.
• High-impact entrepreneurs applying advanced methodologies for business creation and scalability.
Academic Focus
The DBA also opens doors in academia, allowing graduates to actively contribute to the advancement of knowledge in management and administration. Career opportunities include:
- • Professors and researchers at universities and business schools, shaping future business leaders.
• Authors and keynote speakers, sharing research and new methodologies in management.
• Academic consultants and institutional advisors, collaborating on curriculum design and executive education programs.
Program Benefits
Multichannel support and tutoring.
Program designed to balance work and study.
100% online, flexible, and accessible learning.
Access to international resources and networks.
Global approach aligned with current trends.
Access to Education Travel
Financial Information
Enrollment Fees
Total Program Cost
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Become a reference in the business world with our DBA.
Become a reference in the business world with our DBA.
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Blackwell Global University is a member of the Global Academic Network, a network with presence in Chile, the United States, Spain, Peru, Portugal, Andorra, and Paraguay, which has over 75,000 students from 15 different nationalities.