Doctorate
Doctor of Business Administration
Duration
2-3 Years
Mode
Online
Application Closure Date
Closing Soon
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is at the highest level of Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 8. This doctorate qualification necessitates the primary focus of the candidate’s work to showcase an original contribution to knowledge within their subject, field, or profession, achieved through original research or the innovative application of existing knowledge or understanding.
The DBA Programme seeks to enhance the capability of the professionals to merge rigorous academic and critical analysis with practical relevance and application. This enables them to evolve into more effective evidence-based practitioners and contribute to the advancement of their profession by expanding knowledge.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
To qualify for admission to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, applicants must meet one of the following eligibility pathways:
Eligibility
Master’s with 5 years of work experience
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Accreditation: CHED USA Accredited
MQF/EQF: Doctoral Degree, Level 8
ECTS Credits: 180 Credit Hours
Recognized Programs: We offer well-recognized programs and skills development at same time.
Quality Education: We bring in several Europe based institutions’ expertise in offering programs. For on-campus, we prepare students for eliminating skills gap for better employability.
Global Career with our internships: All our programs offer guaranteed internships and reference letters from industry experts.
INSTITUTION HIGHLIGHTS

Membership
- Erasmus+ European Charter for Higher Education (ECHE)
- MFHEA – Affiliate Member of ENQA
- Association of Professional Higher Education Institutes (APHEI), USA
- Member of recognised international higher education networks

Accreditation
- MFHEA Accredited Higher Education Institute, Malta
- Higher Education Institute Licence No. 2024–018
- Authorised to offer programmes at *MQF/EQF Levels 6, 7 & 8
- Council for Higher Education Development (CHED), USA* accreditation

Recognition
- Qualifications aligned with the *European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
- Programmes follow the *European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS)
- Malta is part of the *Bologna Process & European Higher Education Area (EHEA)
- Degrees are positioned within the *Lisbon Recognition Convention framework
- International recognition across participating countries
PROGRAM CURRICULUM
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| Milestone 1: Professional Reflection, Draft Research Proposal and its Application to Practice |
| Stage 2: Pathways |
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| Milestone 2: Research Proposal and Defense |
| Stage 3: Dissertation Phase |
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| Milestone 3: Dissertation Submission & Defense |
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ABOUT INSTITUTION
About EU Global
European Global Institute of Innovation & Technology (EU Global), is an accredited Institution of Higher Education, founded with a vision of providing high-quality, accredited education to global learners, enhancing their employability and global mobility.
Our teaching andragogy emphasises project-based learning with a focus on evidence-based reflection, enabling the application of conceptual frameworks in real- world decision making. We truly believe in building future competencies with quality education that promotes lifelong employability globally.
Our competency Lab offers research, entrepreneurial, sustainability and professional competencies to develop soft skills that formulate attitude and interactions required to be the future leader.
Awarded Qualification
Participants who fulfill the program requirements will receive a Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) govt. approved degree from European Global Institute of Innovation & Technology (EU
Global), Malta
COURSE FEES
10.5 Lac + 18% GST
$10900
$300 USD
Discount on the total fees when paid in full within the first month of enrolment.
Payment Terms:
Lump Sum Payment or Early Payment Discount:
A discount of 300 USD is applicable on the total fees when paid in full within the first month of enrolment.
Monthly Payment Plan:
- Initial payment: $1200 USD | Rs. 1,10,000 (due within the first month)
- Remaining Balance: $9700 USD | Rs. 9,40,000 + 18% GST
- The balance can be conveniently spread over next 6 Monthly instalments
- Failure to meet the monthly instalment obligations will result in a 12% interest charge on the outstanding balance.
Degree
DBA
Duration
2-3 Years
Credits
180
Fees in INR
10.5 Lac + 18% GST
Fees in USD
$10,900
Early Payment Benefit
$300 USD
Discount on the total fees when paid in full within the first month of enrolment.
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