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DOCTOR OF

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Program Mission Program Goals and Objectives
The DBA Program produces business leaders with advanced The following goals and objectives in relation to the
and applied business research capabilities within the program’s learning process are derived from the DBA
context of today’s dynamic global business environment. Program mission:
The DBA is available to a small, select group of experienced
executives who are committed to pursuing formal, rigorous Goal 1: Provide Student-Centered Learning
study as practitioner-scholars. By addressing practicing • Provide students with personalized attention inside
executives’ specialized needs for advanced knowledge and and outside of the classroom
applied research skills, the DBA Program enables dedicated
professionals to detect patterns of change, and to become • Build a cohesive learning community among students,
more proactive and agile in leading the change. The faculty, alumni, organizations and government bodies
program develops the analytical and creative capabilities of Goal 2: Enhance Knowledge and Lifelong Learning
middle and senior managers to conduct research on the
problem of practice guided by internationally recognized • Provide a curriculum that reflects current and relevant
senior faculty with outstanding records of scholarship. knowledge and practices in business
The DBA graduates will become better strategic thinkers • Sustain a dynamic curriculum with ongoing revisions
through the process of scientific inquiry, and will be able to
explore new horizons of executive leadership within their to support learning and scholarship
organizations and beyond. • Develop competencies that enhance lifelong learning
• Encourage the professional development of members
of the community

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