Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.)

North-Chiang Mai University

Program Overview

The NCU International College DBA Program is a 3-year, English-taught doctoral program designed for senior professionals, executives, and scholars aiming to advance business knowledge through rigorous research and leadership training. The 57-credit program includes core courses, electives, doctoral seminars, and a dissertation, with weekend classes available for flexibility.

Career Opportunities

DBA degree opens doors to diverse career paths, including:

  • Senior executives and strategic leaders
  • University professors and researchers
  • Policy makers and consultants
  • Innovators in business transformation
  • Experts in global business and digital strategy

Course Structure

The program is structured to provide a balanced education with a total of 57 credits, broken down as follows:

Philosophy and Theory for Modern Business Administration, Advanced Research Methodology, Advanced Strategy and Innovation Management, Advanced Data Analysis.

These courses provide in-depth knowledge in the field of business management.

  • Elective Courses: Global Marketing and Investment Perspectives, Strategic Human Capital Management, Contemporary Issues in International Business, Digital Marketing and Financial Technology Management.
  • Non-Credit Courses: Doctoral Seminars (1, 2, and 3)
  • Dissertation: A major research project contributing new knowledge to the field of business administration.
DBA Program
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  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Language: English
  • Intake: June | November
  • Tuition Fees: 840,000 THB (5-Time Installment Plan)
  • Requirements: Master’s degree and IELTS score of 5.0 or above.
    Publish three papers in a recognized academic journal, and a dissertation in major research project contributing new knowledge to the field of business administration