Doctorate (PhD)
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Curtin University develops critical thinking and practical management skills, focusing on applied research to solve real-world business challenges. The program includes a Graduate Certificate in Business Research followed by a thesis unit, emphasizing industry-driven research and innovation.
Our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) develops highly skilled, critical thinking and practical managers who can read, carry out and apply the results of a research initiative. The DBA will enable you to concentrate on practical situations as well as the sensitive aspects which are inescapable in the conduct of business.
You'll start by studying a Graduate Certificate in Business Research (6 months full-time or up to 2 years part-time), which will give you the skills and knowledge you need to confidently progess your thesis. Once you complete your graduate certificate, you'll then enrol in your thesis unit (3 years full-time or 6 years part-time). Please note that you must achieve a course-weighted average of 70% in your graduate certificate to enrol in your thesis unit.
Why research at CurtinCurtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.
What you'll learnWhat you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.
Five years' professional business or management experience plus a 70 per cent course-weighted average from a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent master degree.
Australian citizens and permanent residents will be required to complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Research which comprises four doctoral level units. The completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Research with a 70 per cent course-weighted average may enable articulation into this degree.
For visa requirements, international applicants will be allowed direct entry but will be required to maintain a 70 per cent course-weighted average in the first semester to continue the course.
Before applying you should obtain authorisation from an appropriate research supervisor. You will need to submit a written statement and references with your application and attend an interview.
Applicants are required to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed research course.
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
If you do not have prior studies in research methods and statistical data analysis, you will be required to complete relevant preparatory units. These units may increase the course duration.