Explore Our Doctoral Programmes
GSBM is dedicated to doctoral-level training. Exclusively Doctoral. Uniquely Advanced.
In today’s dynamic business landscape, sustained leadership requires more than experience – it demands a strategic mindset, advanced problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to drive impactful change. Â
The Advanced Executive Training Programme in Business and Management Development provides a Doctoral-Level Learning Experience:Â Explore scientific inquiry principles to gain a rigorous, evidence-based approach to decision-making.
This programme provides a unique opportunity for seasoned executives to enhance their expertise at the highest level, contribute to organizational success, and gain a competitive edge.
Successful completion of the programme provides you with the opportunity to study the remaining six modules of our Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) programme to obtain a doctoral degree.
In 9 modules through the doctoral journey.
Optional guided extensions once you require more time.
Advanced course
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Advanced course
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Mentoring
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Mentoring
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Advanced course
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Mentoring
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Advanced course
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Advanced course
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Thesis submission
Advanced course
Club Journey
Conference
2 months
FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months
2 days
Viva Voce
Phase 1: Research framing
| Training Focus | Service | Full Time (FT) Part time (PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1: Research Objectives | Advanced course Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Module 2: Doctoral Thesis Research Proposal | Advanced course Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Module 3: Research Methodology | Mentoring Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Training Focus | Service | Full Time (FT) Part time (PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Module 4: Data Collection & Engagement | Mentoring Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Module 5: Analysis & Evaluation | Advanced course Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Module 6: Research Conclusions | Mentoring Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Training Focus | Service | Full Time (FT) Part time (PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Module 7: Writing up and Structuring your Thesis | Advanced course Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Module 8: Getting Ready for Submission | Advanced course Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
| Module 9: Viva Preparation | Advanced course Club Journey Conference | 2 months FT: 2 months | PT: 6 months 2 days |
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The path to a Doctorate is unlike any other academic pursuit. Unlike Master’s or Bachelor’s degrees, the doctoral journey often lacks a clear roadmap, leaving driven professionals like you to navigate complex research with limited guidance.
Are you finding it challenging to stay on track, evaluate your progress, or identify those critical blind spots in your thesis?
Our Research Support Programme provides the expert guidance and structure you need to confidently complete your doctorate.