Ajman University

Ajman, AE

inquiry@ajman.ac.ae 97167482222P.O.Box: 346

Ajman University

Ajman, AE

inquiry@ajman.ac.ae 97167482222P.O.Box: 346

Doctor Of Business Administration

Graduate Programs·College of Business Administration (cba)

PhD

Overview

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at Ajman University (AU) is designed for active professionals seeking to combine in-depth knowledge with practical skills to enhance their managerial and leadership abilities. The program aims to equip graduates with the expertise and confidence to become future leaders in the evolving business landscape. It is AACSB accredited and focuses on practicality, innovation, and impact, utilizing advanced methodologies and digital resources. The DBA is a doctoral degree directly linked to the world of work, advancing professional practice and preparing candidates to contribute to professional practice and/or policy through research.

Typical Job Titles

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consulting
teaching in an academic setting

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Program Details

Degree level: PhD
Department: Graduate Programs
College: College of Business Administration (cba)

Tuition & Fees

Per year: AED 67,500
Per semester: AED 33,750

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Apply different research methods to analyze organizations and create new ideas through research questions that build on existing theory and are relevant to practice.
Summarize and synthesize relevant theory and research on a given business issue.
Develop effective and innovative global management decisions that are ethical and relevant to the local context.
Communicate and defend original research findings orally through a formal research presentation.
Critically analyze and assess research findings and their implications on solving management and leadership problems. (Management Option)
Apply creative thinking in different aspects of business strategies, leadership, finance, and organizational development. (Management Option)

Academic Requirements

Candidates should have a master’s degree in business or related field from a recognized university with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale or its established equivalent.
Candidates should have work experience of at least two years in the middle or senior management levels.
English Language Eligibility: Candidates should achieve a minimum score of 79 Internet-based test (IBT) for the TOEFL, TOEFL (ITP) 550 or 6 of the IELTS (Academic) test, with the exception of candidates who have studied for Master's degree programs taught in English that required for admission an EmSAT score of 1400 or equivalent (e.g., TOEFL score of 79 (IBT) or TOEFL score of 550 (ITP) or 6 of IELTS (Academic) test).
For non-international students:
A completed and valid online application.

Required Documents

Official Bachelor's / Master's university transcripts and graduation certificates certified by the appropriate authorities, with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0, or its equivalent.

An Equivalency Certificate obtained from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the UAE for Bachelor’s/Master's degrees from universities outside the UAE.

A valid certificate of proficiency in English: - For all Master’s /Doctoral programs taught in English: 6.0 IELTS Academic or TOEFL (ITP) score of 550, or its equivalent. - For Doctor of Philosophy in Law: 5.0 IELTS Academic or TOEFL (ITP) score of 500, or its equivalent. - For the Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching program and all Master’s programs taught in Arabic: 4.5 IELTS Academic or TOEFL (ITP) score of 450, or its equivalent.

Demonstrate a mastery of skills and knowledge required for university teaching and assessment of student learning. (Education Option)

Apply advanced research methods that result in quality publication and knowledge development. (Education Option)

A Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, Attested from (MOE)

A Bachelor’s and Master’s transcripts, Attested from (MOE)

UAE Ministry of Education equivalency certificate for master’s degree issued by the foreign higher education institution.

A Certificate of a proficiency test in English such as Academic IELTS with band 6 as a minimum (or its equivalent)

Two professional recommendation letters.

Evidence of relevant work experience

A photocopy of a valid passport with a residence visa

A photocopy of a valid UAE National ID

6 Passport-size photos

A valid certificate of good conduct issued by an official authority

Male applicants must provide status of UAE National Service

For international students:

A completed and valid online application.

A Certified copy of the Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

A Certified copy of the Bachelor’s and Master’s transcripts.

Master's and Bachelor's Degree Equivalency Certificates from UAE (MOE) (Upon Acceptance).

A Certificate of a proficiency test in English such as Academic IELTS with band 6 as a minimum (or its equivalent)

Evidence on how the candidate will fund the degree (self-funded scholarship).

Two professional recommendation letters.

Evidence of relevant work experience

A photocopy of a valid passport (valid at least for 6 months).

A photocopy of a valid UAE National ID (After Arrival).

6 Passport-size photos

A valid certificate of good conduct issued by an official authority

Medical check-up (After Arrival).

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview (in person or virtually) to determine final acceptance into the program. Details about the interview requirements will be provided to the shortlisted candidates.

Program Requirements

Complete a minimum of 60 credit hours toward the degree, including the credits of the Dissertation.
Successfully complete the course of study as specified in the degree plan, including the dissertation.
Successfully defend the dissertation as directed and approved by the Dissertation Committee.
A course may count toward the degree if the course grade is at least a “B.”

A valid colored passport copy with a valid residence visa.

A valid colored UAE national ID copy.

A valid certificate of good conduct issued by the official authorities.

A recent colored photograph (size 3×4).

Status of UAE National Service or exemption of the Military National Service (for UAE male applicants).

CV and experience certificate (if available).

Two recommendation letters.

Medical report (Click here to get the form. Medical reports made outside the UAE are not accepted).

Kuwaiti national applicants must attach a copy of the Kuwaiti Embassy Approval

Official secondary school certificate/transcripts certified by the Ministry of Education and Scientific Research in the UAE.

Equivalency Certificate from the Ministry of Education and Scientific Research in the UAE for foreign high school certificates and high school certificates issued by schools outside the UAE.

A valid passport copy with a valid residence permit.

A valid UAE national ID copy.

A valid certificate of good conduct issued by the official authorities.

Status of UAE National Service or exemption of the Military National Service (for UAE male applicants).

A recent colored photograph (size 3×4 cm).

Medical report Click here to download the form. Medical reports made outside the UAE are not accepted.

For Kuwaiti Students: A no-objection (NOC) letter from the Consulate General of the State of Kuwait - Cultural Office in the UAE, specifying the program the student is permitted to enroll in at Ajman University.

For International Students: Official secondary school certificate/transcripts certified by the authorized educational authority in the country of origin, the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the UAE Embassy.

English Proficiency Requirements: - For all programs taught in English: A minimum score of 80% in Grade 12 English subject, or its equivalent (5.0 IELTS Academic, or a TOEFL (ITP) score of 500, IBT 61) - For Doctor of Medicine: A score of 6.0 IELTS Academic, a TOEFL (ITP) score of 550, IBT 79, or its equivalent. - For Bachelor of Dental Surgery: A score of 5.0 IELTS Academic, or a TOEFL (ITP) score of 500, IBT 61, or its equivalent.

College of Medicine, and College of Dentistry: A minimum score of 90% in Math and two Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).

Bachelor of Pharmacy: A minimum score of 80% in Math and two Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).

College of Engineering, and Bachelor of Architectural Engineering: A minimum score of 80% in Math and Physics, and a minimum score of 80% in Biology or Chemistry.

Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, and Data Analytics programs: A minimum score of 75% in Math.

Information Systems programs: A minimum score of 70% in Math.

Bachelor of Law: A minimum score of 70% in Math.