The Lincoln School of Business & Management-Paramount International University

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Introduction

The Doctor of Business Administration degree encompasses the theoretical concepts and practical applications for business practitioners. DBA learners are given advanced education in management, marketing, accounting, corporate finance, economics, business law and other related areas. Furthermore, they will be equipped with updated knowledge and skills in Quantitative Techniques, Applied Information Technology and in Research & Case Methodologies.

The knowledge and skills gained by the candidates in research and case methodologies will prepare them to undertake the required thesis work, besides being instrumental in enabling them to effectively confront complex management problems in their organizations.

The DBA is targeted at managers who wish to acquire in depth knowledge in their fields of specialization. However, unlike narrow focus of Ph.D research, DBA research requires contribution to knowledge in a much broader aspects or the specific specialization.

Learners must complete a total of 61 credit hours to be eligible for the award of Doctor of Business Administration.

Program Learning Outcome
Upon graduation, learners are expected to demonstrate the following skill set;
advanced managerial, entrepreneurial, and strategic knowledge and skills; knowledge and skills for managing all facets of contemporary organizations; expertise in research design and methods necessary to be able to undertake a doctoral-level research project; ‘state of the art’ understanding of theory and practice in their area of research; a greater level of effectiveness as a professional practitioner in management, leadership and related organizational change; creativity, research aptitude, analytical thinking, critical analysis, and innovative solutions to organizational problems; motivation for and appreciate the wisdom of acquiring lifelong learning.
Admission Requirements
Master's degree in business administration or management from a recognized college or university. Minimum graduate grade point average of "B" (or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale); A letter of recommendation verifying the applicant has the necessary ability and motivation to complete the program within the allotted time span.
Doctorate Requirements
Successful completion of 61 credits hours; Maintain an 2.0 grade point average.
Curriculum
Doctor of Business Administration - Core Courses - 43 Credit Hours
ORI1101	Orientation	1 Credit Hours
DBA6101	Business Ethics and Social Responsibility	3 Credit Hours
DBA6102	Leadership and Communication	3 Credit Hours
DBA6103	Advanced Accounting	3 Credit Hours
DBA6104	Advanced Economics	3 Credit Hours
DBA6105	Advanced Strategic Management	3 Credit Hours
DBA6106	International Business and Global Strategy	3 Credit Hours
DBA6107	Advanced Corporate Finance	3 Credit Hours
DBA6108	Human Resource Management	3 Credit Hours
DBA6109	Behavioral Approaches to Decision Making & Negotiation	3 Credit Hours
DBA6110	Business Research Methods	3 Credit Hours
DBA6111	Advanced Qualitative Research Methodology	3 Credit Hours
DBA6113	Organizational Behavior & Comparative Management	3 Credit Hours
DBA6114	Technology And Innovation Management	3 Credit Hours
Doctor of Business Administration - Literature Review - 9 Credit Hours
DBA6115	Literature Review I	3 Credit Hours
DBA6116	Literature Review II	3 Credit Hours
DBA6117	Literature Review III	3 Credit Hours
Doctor of Business Administration - Comprehensive Exam - 3 Credit Hours
DBA6118	Comprehensive Exams	3 Credit Hours
Doctor of Business Administration - Thesis - 9 Credit Hours
DBA6119	Doctoral Thesis ( Proposal, Thesis, Defense)	9 Credit Hours
	Total Credit Hours	61 Credit Hours
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