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DBA from Golden Gate University

Elevate your leadership journey with a DBA from GGU, San Francisco

  • Network with 70,000+ global leaders and learn from distinguished faculty of GGU
  • Earn the most prestigious 'Dr.' title in your career. This online DBA program empowers you to innovate and lead at the highest levels.
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    Why should you choose a DBA over a PhD?

    DBA

    PhD

    • Program Focus
    • Scholar-practitioner approach toward solving real-world business challenges
    • Ideal for those pursuing an academic or high-level research career
    • Career Enhancement
    • Ideal for progression in management, executive leadership, or consulting
    • Best suited for those seeking to contribute to academic theory and research
    • Time Commitment
    • Finish in as little as 3 years
    • Longer and More intensive
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    Why choose us?

    Standout features of GGU's DBA Program

    120+ Years of Excellence

    Get the same on-campus U.S. degree from a university with over 120+ years of academic excellence

    3-year Flexible Program

    Complete your DBA in just 3 years with a flexible schedule designed for working professionals

    On-campus Immersion

    Join the on-campus immersion in San Francisco and experience Silicon Valley’s innovation

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    What’s in store for you?

    Experience a top-tier curriculum

    Doctoral Writing and Research Methods
    Course 1    4 credits
    Develop advanced research skills to conduct and present doctoral-level research effectively.

    Topics covered

    • Introduction to Research
    • Identifying the Research Problem
    • Conducting Literature Research and Review
    • Structuring and Drafting a Literature Review
    • Formulating a Research Question and Hypothesis
    • Choosing a Research Method
    • Collecting and Analyzing Data

    Skills acquired

    Research Topic Formulation
    Literature Review
    Research Design
    Critical Thinking
    Argument Development
    Scholarly Communication
    Academic Writing
    Explore statistical techniques and data analysis methods essential for conducting robust quantitative research.

    Topics covered

    • Introduction to Quantitative Research
    • Exploring Quantitative Research Design
    • Collecting Data for Quantitative Research
    • Measurement and Sampling
    • Constructing Statistical Models
    • Enhancing Statistical Models
    • Analyzing Multivariate Analysis
    • Formulating and Writing Quantitative Research

    Skills acquired

    Statistical Analysis
    Conceptual Model Drawing
    Hypothesis Testing
    Survey Design
    Data Modeling
    Correlation
    Regression Analysis
    Data Interpretation
    Explore qualitative analysis techniques essential for conducting robust qualitative research.

    Topics covered

    • Introduction to Qualitative Research
    • Collecting Data for Qualitative Research
    • Conducting Interviews and Focus Groups
    • Introduction to Data Analysis
    • Data Display and Exploration
    • Analyzing Qualitative Data
    • Verifying Conclusions
    • Strategies and Techniques for Qualitative Research

    Skills acquired

    Data Collection
    Interview Techniques
    Coding Analysis
    Thematic Analysis
    Case Study Methodology
    Data Visualization
    Data Interpretation
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    Connect. Collaborate. Grow.

    Join your peers from top companies

    Seasoned professionals

    Collaborate with seasoned industry leaders with over 12 years of business experience

    Executive-level peers

    Participate in a 2-day workshop with Social Panga, a renowned digital marketing agency, and get a certificate of participation

    Cross-industry networking

    Expand your network with leaders from 10+ industrie

    Whom will you learn from?

    Learn from the best in industry and academias

    Dr. Mick Mcgee

    Director, DBA Program

    Dr. McGee, Associate Dean and DBA Program Director at Golden Gate University, brings 21+ years of academic and leadership experience, specializing in higher education management.

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    Prof. Anthony De Leon

    Former Partner, Accenture

    Prof. Anthony, DBA from GGU, is a senior adjunct marketing professor with 18 years of consulting experience, including leadership roles at Accenture and Booz Allen.

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    Dr. Judy Lee

    Professor & Director, GGU

    Dr. Lee, Founding Executive Director of the Business Innovation Center at GGU, has extensive leadership experience in IT and academia.

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    How will it benefit your career?

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    Global recognition

    Earn a DBA from Golden Gate University, a nationally accredited US university, recognised globally by WASC and WES

    Leadership opportunities

    Open doors to lifelong career opportunities and global networking in business and technology

    Exclusive network

    Join an exclusive global community with GGU’s AACSB International membership, and connect with influential leaders

    What will it cost you?

    Know your course fees & structure

    Starting at

    INR 25,20,000*

    No taxes applicable
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    What you'll get:

    • Upto 50% scholarship available
    • Pay as you learn with an annual installment plan
    • Avail a 12-month no-cost EMI for each installment
    • Pay upfront and get an additional waiver

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