North West University
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
The Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Business and Management is offered by North West University.
Program Length: 4 YEARS.
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration offered by the North West University at the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
They have a proven research footprint that stems from its rigorous research philosophy and publishing embedded in an ethos of quality and relevance. Thier focus is to produce high-impact publications, such as accredited conference papers book chapters and accredited journal articles, from PhD theses. They encourage research with a strong focus on business management that is relevant, actual and contributes to the wider academic mainstream. Their highly experienced PhD supervisors and co-supervisors are sourced from within the School and from relevant industries to ensure that there is blending of theory and practice in the learning process.
Our research based PhD, a part-time programme, in Business Administration is offered at NQF level 10. Before selection, candidates should demonstrate:
The study itself should bear testimony to a relevant and clear research problem, exceptional research methodology, a definite academic contribution as well as a contribution to business solutions with a general focus on business management in Africa and, in particular, South Africa.
- Experience and enthusiasm
- Research expertise
- Control of and
- Focus on the topic of study
Our PhD in Business Administration programme follows a four-phase approach:
(a) a pre-doctoral workshop for conditional acceptance to the programme,
(b) a full proposal colloquium for unconditional admission into the programme,
(c) a methodology presentation colloquium, and
(d) results and findings colloquium and final thesis submission.