Each module is evaluated based on a single assignment, comprising an essay that encompasses all the Intended Learning Outcomes of the module. Students must construct a critical review incorporating relevant portions of the existing literature obtained from peer-reviewed research publications.

The DBA Program structure complies with the international standards of Postgraduate Education, ensuring alignment with the Bologna Process, which aims to harmonize higher education in Europe.

The program has two stages. The first stage entails the completion of five Research Methods modules, which is a prerequisite for advancing to the second stage that centers around the thesis.

To earn the DBA degree, students must accumulate 120 ECTS credits.

This includes a total of 30 ECTS credits obtained by completing the five Research Methods modules, where each module carries 6 ECTS credits. The remaining 90 ECTS credits are earned through the Doctoral thesis.

The Research Methods modules are delivered interactively, drawing on current knowledge and research in the field. These modules involve lectures and/or seminars, requiring students’ active participation. In addition, a distance learning option to accommodate different learning preferences.

The collection and analysis of data, in conjunction with the production of an independent empirical Doctoral Thesis, provide compelling evidence of the candidate’s capability to engage in rigorous and defensible research at the highest academic level.

The DBA program is recognized for its relevance, richness, and academic validity, as it adopts the highest standards of Higher Education. Moreover, the program incorporates superior professional standards. The learning objectives and module contents adhere closely to the Six Principles of the United Nations’ PRME Framework, enhancing the program’s alignment with global sustainability and responsible management education.