DBA - Top Up(Doctor of Business Administration)

Welcome to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Top-Up program at Innovatus Campus in collaboration with Westcliff University. This program is designed for experienced professionals, senior managers, and aspiring business leaders who have already completed a relevant postgraduate qualification and wish to advance to a doctoral level through applied business research. The program focuses on strengthening strategic leadership, advanced research capabilities, and evidence-based decision-making. Through a rigorous and practice-oriented curriculum, students develop high-level analytical and critical thinking skills that enable them to address complex organizational challenges and contribute meaningfully to business innovation and professional practice.

AWARDED BY:

Westcliff University 

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Advanced Entry pathway offers senior professionals and leaders an accelerated route to obtain a prestigious doctorate degree awarded by Westcliff University (ACBSP accredited). Through a structured two-stage progression, candidates complete a doctoral-level diploma before entering the advanced research and dissertation phase.

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Stage 1: Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership
Awarded by: Qualifi (Ofqual UK regulated AO)
Study mode: Blended Learning
Duration: Under 12 months

  • Leadership Qualities and Practice
  • Personal Development as a Strategic Manager
  • Strategy Development in Global Organisations
  • Strategic Planning in Global Organisations
  • Strategic Direction in Global Organisations
  • Strategic Communication
  • Culture and its Impact on Strategy
  • Research Methods

Stage 2: Doctor of Business Administration (Advanced Entry)
Awarded by: Westcliff University
Study mode: Distance Learning
Duration: Minimum 2 Years (30 credits)

  • Business Research Methods
  • Doctoral Prospectus
  • Doctoral Literature Review
  • Research Methods II
  • Dissertation Final Project Block I
  • Dissertation Final Project Block II
  • Dissertation Final Project Block III
  • Dissertation Final Project Block IV
  • Academic Qualification: An accredited Master’s degree in business, management, or a relevant discipline.
  • Advanced Entry Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (required for direct progression to the Year 3 / Stage 2 Research Stage).