The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Program is one of the highest academic credentials in business practice. The program is designed to transform business executives into innovative business leaders through a rigorous academic experience that integrates research with practical expertise. The DBA empowers professionals to address complex business challenges, drive sustainable impact, and foster ethical, inclusive, and collaborative environments. Students engage in high-level challenges that expand their strategic thinking and research capabilities, enabling them to anticipate global business trends and lead with insight, integrity, and innovation.
Programme-specific requirements may apply. Source: cud.ac.ae admission pages, retrieved 2026-08-18.
Graduates of the DBA Program are positioned for senior and transformative roles, including: C-Level Executive Roles (e.g., CEO, CFO, COO, CMO) Board Member / Strategy Advisor Entrepreneur / Business Owner Academic Faculty Member / Lecturer Management Consultant Executive Coach / Corporate Trainer Chief Innovation or Strategy Officer Policy Advisor or Government Consultant Author / Researcher / Thought Leader
The program is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE.
Award
DBA
Duration
3 years
Qualification
DBA
Subject Area
Business & Finance
AED 70,780/yr
AED 70,780/yr
AED 70,780/yr
AED 70,780/yr