Our Level 8 (DBA) programme of three years, is delivered within the authority granted by the Commission Nationale de la Certification Profesionnelle (CNCP) to Pôle Paris Alternance (PPA). Your DBA award is a joint IPE Management School Paris and Pôle Paris Alternance qualification.

Our DBA is delivered to meet and conform to Level 8 of the European Qualification Framework. A statement from our President confirms our policy of compliance to the accepted standards of a DBA course of studies.

The Level 8 (Doctor of Business Administration-DBA) programme is aimed at middle to senior level managers who aspire towards achieving a doctoral qualification through a practice-based route. The programme has a strong practice focus, and embeds the latest research methodologies in equipping students with cutting-edge critical thinking and analytical skills, advancing knowledge, and facilitating knowledge transfer into organisational improvement, innovation, and value creation. The qualifications, skills, and knowledge gained by candidates will enable them to seek senior management and leadership positions within their organisations and potentially consulting and policy making roles for a wider professional impact.

The candidates will be in a unique position to effect strategic change on organisational policies, processes, and revenue, and also create a transformative impact on organisational and sectoral approaches and philosophies. Candidates will also be able to contribute to furthering knowledge through consulting, networking, and academic collaborative roles.

Level 8 (Doctor of Business Administration) Program Structure

1. Research Methodology
2. Thesis (50,000 words) & Viva