Doctor of Business Management

The Rushford Doctor of Business Management (DBM) is an intensive 180 ECTS credits doctoral programme meticulously crafted to empower business students, managers, practitioners, and leaders with advanced knowledge, research acumen, and analytical skills tailored for the resolution of intricate business challenges. This DBM initiative is designed to instil a profound transformative learning experience, cultivating enhanced research skills and a distinct perspective on business situations. The overarching goal is to enable participants to apply sophisticated research methods, facilitating solutions that drive organizational efficiency, growth, and long-term sustainability.


This flexible yet rigorous programme is accessible entirely online, allowing students to determine their own pace of completion. While most participants are anticipated to achieve the qualification within three years, the research pathway may expedite the process, leading to qualification in less than three years.

The Rushford DBM hones in on applied research, facilitating real-time application of acquired knowledge by executives, managers, and practitioners within their respective organizations. Emphasizing expertise development across all facets of international business, the curriculum places a strong focus on enhancing research, writing, presentation, critical thinking, and change management skills.

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The Rushford Doctor of Business Management (DBM) is an intensive 180 ECTS credits doctoral programme meticulously crafted to empower business students, managers, practitioners, and leaders with advanced knowledge, research acumen, and analytical skills tailored for the resolution of intricate business challenges. This DBM initiative is designed to instil a profound transformative learning experience, cultivating enhanced research skills and a distinct perspective on business situations. The overarching goal is to enable participants to apply sophisticated research methods, facilitating solutions that drive organizational efficiency, growth, and long-term sustainability.


This flexible yet rigorous programme is accessible entirely online, allowing students to determine their own pace of completion. While most participants are anticipated to achieve the qualification within three years, the research pathway may expedite the process, leading to qualification in less than three years.

The Rushford DBM hones in on applied research, facilitating real-time application of acquired knowledge by executives, managers, and practitioners within their respective organizations. Emphasizing expertise development across all facets of international business, the curriculum places a strong focus on enhancing research, writing, presentation, critical thinking, and change management skills.

Admissions Guidelines

  1. Apply online by filling in the required information.
  2. Speak to academic counselors to gain a deeper understanding of the program and how it could contribute to your career aspirations.
  3. Ensure that your documents, specifically pertaining to educational qualifications and professional work experience, are validated by our counselors, and ascertain your scholarship eligibility.
  4. Complete the Online Application Form and further admission process.
  5. Your application will be evaluated for the offer of admission by the Admission Committee. Upon selection, you will receive an Offer Letter from Rushford Business School confirming your admission into the DBM program.
  6. Confirm your admission by making a down payment or remitting the applicable program fee. Making a down payment allows you to confirm your offer acceptance while you seek financial assistance from loan partners.
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