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Doctorate in Business Administration — study plan

American University in the Emirates College of Business Administration

Credit hours
63
Levels
3
Courses
16
Degree
phd

The Doctorate in Business Administration study plan at American University in the Emirates is an accredited phd programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 63 credit hours across 16 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Core Courses (8 courses / 27 CH) 27 credits

Code Course Credits
Advanced Research Methodology 6
Contemporary Theoretical Frameworks in Business and Management 3
Leadership and Strategic Decision-Making 3
Advanced Topics in Business Strategy 3
Global Perspectives in Business and Innovation 3
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility 3
Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Cost Control, and Public Finance Leadership 3
Financial Decision-Making and Resource Allocation in Fiscal Stress 3

Elective Courses (choose 2 / 6 CH) 15 credits

Code Course Credits
Emerging Trends in FinTech Elective 3
Behavioral Insights in Marketing Elective 3
Entrepreneurial Leadership Elective 3
Advanced Operations Research Elective 3
Sustainable Supply Chain Strategies Elective 3

Research Seminar, Comprehensive Exam and Dissertation (30 CH) 30 credits

Code Course Credits
Research Seminar 3
Comprehensive Exam 0
Doctoral Dissertation 27

This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source

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Frequently asked questions about Doctorate in Business Administration

How many credit hours is Doctorate in Business Administration at American University in the Emirates?

Doctorate in Business Administration at American University in the Emirates requires completing 63 credit hours to graduate, spread across 16 courses.

How many years is Doctorate in Business Administration at American University in the Emirates?

The study plan for Doctorate in Business Administration spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Doctorate in Business Administration award?

Doctorate in Business Administration at American University in the Emirates awards a PhD degree after completing 63 credit hours.

Is Doctorate in Business Administration offered at other universities?

Yes, Doctorate in Business Administration is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.

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