Freedom to select your area of research
Tailor your area of research to your specific interests and career goals for a completely customized learning experience.
Work-Study Synergy
Learn as you work with a curriculum that is designed to synergize work and study. The program is designed to equip you with both practical and theoretical knowledge about real-world business challenges.
Milestone based progression
Control your progression through the program at your pace and learning style.
Get recognition for your Prior Experiential Learning
Accelerate your progression through the program by getting your prior experiential learning assessed in return for module credit transfer.
Overview
Charting the Future
of Business Leadership
Get ahead with Manipal GlobalNxt University’s online DBA degree. Gain practical and theoretical expertise in real-world business challenges, equipping learners with in-depth knowledge in the desired area of study.
Gain extensive business insights, qualify for senior leadership roles, and enhance executive and professional business practices with Manipal GlobalNxt University’s DBA program. Tailored for senior executives, managers, educators, consultants, and academicians. Accessible online 24/7 to fit busy schedules.
Program Highlight
Admission Eligibility Criteria
Who is eligible?
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A Master’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum of three years of management or professional experience thereafter.
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Credit transfer from various accredited universities may be accepted subject to approval by the Academic Senate.
Program Curriculum
What is included in the course?
Business Modules
- Advanced Managing People and Organization
- Advanced Finance and Accounting
- Advanced Marketing Strategy
- Advanced Strategic Management
- Advanced-Data Analytics and Decision Science
- Advanced International Business
Research Modules
- Fundamentals of Research
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Research Project
- The course is supervised by expert faculty with excellent industry experience and gives the opportunity to apply the latest concepts and research methods to a real-world issue within your own organization or business entity
- Research Proposal
- Research Dissertation
- Microeconomics of Competitiveness
- Poverty Alleviation
- Systems (Socio-Economic)
- Cluster And Cluster Theory (Policy And Implementation)
- Sustainable Development & Shared Value
- IT Leadership
- Outsourcing Models And Frameworks
- Globalisation And Economic Development
- Asean, Nies And Islamic Economies
- Islamic Economics
- Big Data
- Collaborative Knowledge Management
- Increasing User Engagement
- Creative Knowledge Management
- E-Learning
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Web3 and beyond
- Employment Relations And HRM
- Geographical Boundaries On Employment Practices
- Gender Studies
- New Venture Finance
- Business Models
- Entrepreneurial Teams
- Customer Relationship Marketing
- Consumer Behaviour
- Retailing
- Financial Reporting
- Behavioural Finance
- Cost Management
- Corporate Finance
- Women In Leadership
- Gender Dynamics
- Coaching And Positive Psychology
- Fintech
APEL (C)
Choose to complete program in less than 2 years
Avoid duplicating learning by obtaining credit transfer for subjects, the learning outcomes of which have already been achieved by the learner through prior experiential learning.
Accreditation Of Prior Experiential Learning For Credit Award
APEL (C) is defined by the Malaysian Qualification Agency as the ‘award of credits for the prior experiential learning towards a subject in an accredited programme’ (GGP APEL-C). Thus, APEL (C) recognises a learner’s prior experiential learning that is acquired through informal or non-formal learning, thereby offering an opportunity for accelerated progression within the program enrolled. The accelerated progression is possible as the learner can potentially avoid duplicating his learning by obtaining credit transfer for subjects, the learning outcomes of which have already been achieved by the learner through prior experiential learning.
Question? Answered.
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How do I decide on my research topic?
The professor will help you identify topics that might be worthy of research. Ultimately, the decision is yours and we recommend that you focus your research on an area that you are passionate about.
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How quickly can I complete my DBA degree?
The quickest would be in 3 years. Some students may need longer to complete their research and write their thesis.
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How much time should I set aside for study per week?
Study time differs from student to student, depending upon their academic ability and learning style. As a general guide, a typical 4-credit course has a student learning time (SLT) of around 160 hours or about 12 hours per week. Students who develop an effective learning style may require less effort to achieve the stated learning outcomes.
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What resources will I have access to?
You will have full access to a dedicated Manipal GlobalNxt online library service, which includes all materials required to complete the program, as well as personal assistance to access reference materials and electronic documents.
Recommended or optional reading materials are also available through the online library.
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What is the duration of the DBA program?
The normal duration of the DBA program is 36 months.
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What is the medium of instruction for this program?
The medium of instruction will be in English for the students in the DBA program.
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Can I pay the program/tuition fee in Indian Rupee or in Local Currency of the country I live in?
DBA is an online doctoral program where students from different countries apply for and pursue the program from their respective country of residence. Therefore, the payment of Tuition fees needs to be done in USD and is to be made directly to the University only.
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Is the online DBA program recognized Internationally?
The Degree Awarding programs are accredited and approved by Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA). Manipal GlobalNxt is also member of the below-mentioned Education Bodies: • European Foundation of Management Development (EFMD) • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools Business (AACSB) • International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) • Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) • Malaysian Higher Education Institutions Quality Assurance Network (MyQAN) • World Education Services (WES) • International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)
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What are the documents I need to submit in order to apply for admission into DBA?
• Online Application Form – Duly filled • Curriculum Vitae / Resume (In English) • Bachelors Degree Award Certificate • Bachelors Degree Transcript / Marksheet • Masters / PG Degree Award Certificate • Masters / PG Transcript / Marksheet • Details of work experience as applicable • Passport size photo • Government Issued ID Proof, preferable Passport (relevant pages clearly showing name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, address and validity dates)
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Do you have entrance exam for the admission to the online DBA program?
The admissions are purely based on the Merit with the Transcripts of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree and there are no entrance exams for the admission.
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Will my certificate, after completion of my program, mention online degree in it?
Will my certificate, after completion of my program, mention online degree in it?
The certificate awarded only will mention the program of study and will not specify anywhere as online degree in it.
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Is there any regular timetable for my program available?
Yes, there is regular timetable for the programs. The students can customize their study and based on the modules they choose for the study, the schedule will be prepared and shared by the university to the student.
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Where will I get the timetable/Schedule of classes for my program?
Once the student pays the Tuition fee, based on the modules being chosen for each semester, the university will make a customizable timetable for each student and send it to the student by email.
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What is the tuition fee for international students for the DBA program conducted at your University?
The tuition fee for international students for the DBA program conducted at our University is USD 7000 for 36 months
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Do I require a Laptop in my studies?
In these online programs, the student will need to undergo a set of sessions in the form of classes, webinars, discussion forums and submit assignments and also use the E-library for knowledge enhancement. Due to this blended mode of learning, the student needs to have a laptop for the purpose of study during the program.
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How are the faculty at your University? Are they local faculties from Malaysia or are they International Faculties?
Manipal GlobalNxt University has close to 75 international faculties from different countries who are part of the teaching for different topics and programs. Faculties are from various universities abroad, who do the guidance for the students online and assist the students.
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When will I receive information about the programs by email?
If you can meet, speak with or WhatsApp the academic counsellors of our Study Abroad Agents, the counsellors with share all the required details of the program and will assist you with the admission process as well.
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What resources will I have access to?
You will have full access to a dedicated Manipal GlobalNxt online library service, which includes all materials required to complete the program, as well as personal assistance to access reference materials and electronic documents. Recommended or optional reading materials are also available through the online library.
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Does one get to interact with other learners?
Absolutely. At Manipal GlobalNxt you get to network and interact with your classmates who come from varied backgrounds and learn from their experiences. You will be part of a global classroom with classmates and faculty coming from around the world. Our pedagogy is based on co-learning or peer-to-peer learning, an activity which is assigned 30% of grades in all subjects in the program.
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Is the program recognized by corporates?
The programs offered by Manipal GlobalNxt University have been endorsed by 100+ corporates across the globe, including Shangrila, Acer, Indian Oil Corporation, Aditya Birla Group, Infosys, Tata Group Companies and more. We have more than 9,000 graduates from around 72 different countries who have enjoyed the experience of learning with us and have gone on to achieve success in their careers. Some of these graduates are now leading business units or entire companies and doing very well for themselves.
