Fudan–Durham Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Program
A joint DBA program by Fudan University School of Economics and Durham University Business School, designed for senior executives and experienced professionals. It combines rigorous research training with real-world business practice, enabling participants to address complex strategic challenges through structured, evidence-based inquiry. The program features advanced coursework in strategy, leadership, innovation, and data-driven management, followed by doctoral research and dissertation, leading to a Durham University DBA degree.
The Fudan–Durham DBA Program is a joint doctoral program offered by the School of Economics at Fudan University and Durham University Business School. It is designed for senior executives and experienced professionals who aim to integrate rigorous academic research with real-world business practice.
This program focuses on developing doctoral-level capabilities to address complex business challenges through structured research, strategic thinking, and applied management knowledge.
Application Portal
👉 https://econ.fudan.edu.cn/dba/sqlc1/sqlc1.htm
Official Website
👉 https://econ.fudan.edu.cn/dba/
Key Highlights
- Jointly delivered by two world-class institutions: Fudan University School of Economics × Durham University Business School (AACSB / AMBA / EQUIS accredited)
- Executive-focused doctoral program: Designed for CEOs, founders, and senior leaders with substantial management experience
- Research-driven business education: Combines academic rigor with practical business problem-solving
- Global curriculum exposure: Covers business research methods, strategic leadership, global corporate strategy, innovation, and data-driven management
- Flexible part-time structure: Typically completed over 4–6 years while continuing professional careers
- International DBA degree: Upon successful completion and dissertation defense, the Doctor of Business Administration degree is awarded by Durham University
Program Structure
Year 1 – Foundations Business research methods, strategic leadership and change management, and global business environment
Year 2 – Advanced Modules Global corporate strategy, innovation thinking, financial and data analysis, and management consulting methodologies
Year 3–6 – Doctoral Research Independent doctoral dissertation under joint supervision, focusing on real-world business problems
Program Positioning
The DBA program is a practice-oriented doctoral degree that bridges academic research and executive decision-making, enabling senior leaders to systematically solve complex business challenges using research-based methodologies.