Award Abbreviation: DBA
Degree Type: Higher degree by research program
Mode of Study: Internal / External
Duration: 1½ years minimum, 4 years
maximum full-time; 3 years minimum, 8 years maximum part-time
Commencement: Students can apply and
start throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Program Code: BU921
CRICOS Code: 033994B
Entry Requirements
Candidates for the DBA are required to:
- hold an MBA, MBus or equivalent degree from a recognised university at credit level or above
- have at least five years work experience preferably at managerial level
- have a level of English satisfactory to complete postgraduate study including a substantial thesis
- be able to meet staff overseas or come to the campus on the Sunshine Coast at least twice per year
- provide a half to one page document commenting on your research area of interest for the degree
As there is no coursework involved, advanced standing does not apply.
Notes
- Prospective applicants wishing to undertake an DBA will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Faculty of Business.
- For further information, refer to the Rules for Higher Degrees by Research.
- Refer to the research areas for the Faculty of Business.
Enrolment and Fees
- In any semester, full-time enrolment comprises 0.500 EFTSL.
- In any semester, part-time enrolment comprises 0.250 EFTSL.
- The census date for withdrawal without financial penalty or academic penalty is the Semester 1 or 2 census date.
- Candidates pay full tuition fees.
EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL
Enquiries
Faculty of Business
Sheila Bhola
Coordinator Graduate Studies
Tel: +61 7 5459 4742; Fax: +61 7 5430 2855; Email: mbaenquiries@usc.edu.au
Office of Learning Teaching and
Research
Research Support Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526; Fax: +61 7 5430 1111; Email: btoon@usc.edu.au