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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) (ODL)

Reach the pinnacle of business education — a flexible, online doctorate for senior leaders.

Lead, Research and Shape the Future of Business.
The highest business qualification, combining advanced practice with rigorous research, studied flexibly online.

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Programme Details

  • Minimum 3 Years

    Duration

  • Veritas University College (VUC)

    Award

  • Doctorate (Postgraduate)

    Pathway

  • ODL

    Study Mode

  • R2-DL/0414/8/0111(FA3811)12/33

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Lead at the highest level of business and beyond. Built for established professionals moving into senior leadership, consultancy or academia.

Where It Leads

  • Senior Executive / C-Suite Leader

  • Management Consultant

  • Entrepreneur / Business Owner

  • Board Advisor

  • Academic / Researcher

  • Industry Thought Leader

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • Organisations face complex challenges needing doctoral-level insight.
  • The highest qualification in business, combining practice and research.
  • Designed for experienced professionals, delivered online.
  • Opens senior leadership, consultancy and academia.

The Education

Advanced taught modules plus substantial doctoral research.

  • Advanced Research Methods 1 and 2.
  • Advanced organisation, management and leadership.
  • Accounting, finance and managerial economics.
  • Marketing, entrepreneurship and a doctoral thesis.

The Research Advantage

Original doctoral research on a real business problem.

Graduate Ready

A recognised doctorate, the title of Doctor, and advanced leadership capability.

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Course Modules

  • Advance Research Methods (Part 1 & 2)
  • Advanced Organisation and Management
  • Accounting & Finance
  • Advanced Marketing Management
  • Organisational Leadership
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The Creative Learning Experience

Advanced taught modules plus supervised research grow you as leader and researcher.

How You Learn

  • Flexible Online Study:

    around executive responsibilities.

  • Advanced Taught Modules:

    core business domains.

  • Supervised Research:

    original doctoral work.

  • Applied Focus:

    real organisational challenges.

  • Peer Learning:

    alongside senior professionals.

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Industry Projects & Certifications

Original research. Real-world impact. The highest credential.

Doctoral Research

Defined by rigorous, applied research that contributes new thinking.

An original research project and substantial thesis.

Advanced Methods

  • Two research methods modules build doctoral-level rigour.
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Career Outcomes

Roles in Focus

Graduate ready to lead, advise and influence at the highest level.

Carry the title of Doctor and lead organisations, advise boards, consult or enter academia.

Progression Pathways A terminal qualification — the highest level of business education.

  • Senior Executive / C-Suite Leaderlead with doctoral insight.
  • Management Consultantadvise on strategy.
  • Entrepreneur / Business Ownerapply advanced thinking.
  • Academic / Researcherteach and research.
  • Industry Thought Leadershape your field.
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Student Experience

Join a community of experienced professionals, studying flexibly with applied research.

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    Flexible Online Delivery:

    around senior commitments.

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    Experienced Supervision:

    rigorous research guidance.

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    Senior Peer Network:

    executives and consultants.

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    Applied Research Focus:

    real organisational impact.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following:

  • A recognised Master’s degree in a relevant field, approved by the Senate; or
  • An equivalent qualification accepted by the institution.

Note: Typically experienced professionals; admission may include internal assessment.

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Fees & Financing

Programme Fees

  • Programme feeRM29,000Malaysian & International students
  • Resource feeRM3,000
  • EMGS feeRM486International students

International fees subject to 6% SST from 1 September 2025; confirm with admissions whether the fee is total or per year. EPF withdrawals and instalment plans available.