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Advanced Executive Training Programme in Business and Management
Advanced Executive Training Programme in Business and Management
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. The Advanced Executive Training Programme in Business and Management Development provides a unique opportunity for seasoned executives to enhance their expertise, contribute to organizational success, and gain a competitive edge.
Programme Highlights:
- Executive-Focused Curriculum: Our programme is designed specifically for experienced leaders, addressing real-world challenges and providing actionable insights that can be immediately applied to your organization.
- Doctoral-Level Learning Experience: Explore scientific inquiry principles to gain a rigorous, evidence-based approach to decision-making.
- Modular Structure for Flexibility: Comprised of first three modules from our Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) Programme, the programme allows you to delve into advanced problem-solving, strategic analysis, and cutting-edge research methodologies, all while maintaining your professional commitments.
- Expert Faculty: Learn from leading academics and doctoral industry experts who will guide you through complex business issues and provide personalized feedback.
Programme Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the programme, you will be equipped to:
- Apply advanced problem-solving techniques to address complex organizational challenges.
- Utilize advanced critical thinking skills to drive innovation and strategic decision-making.
- Develop systems thinking capabilities to optimize organizational performance.
- Advance your career to the highest leadership positions
Programme Outline
Study in 3 modules through the igniting phase of the doctoral journey.
Learn at the doctoral-level and gain advanced skills of direct relevance to your profession.
This module provides an introduction to scientific inquiry principles. Apply advanced problem-solving techniques to address complex organizational challenges.
Training Focus
Module 1: Research Objectives
Industry relevance
Advanced problem-solving capabilities.
Key Learnings
To distinguish noise from relevance, or to distinguish between importance and urgency.
Academic achievements
To identify the research issue, to problematise the research and to formulate a corresponding research question.
Module Fees: €3,850€ | 4 months duration
Starting times: February, June and October.
Certification: Certificate in advanced problem-solving in business and management
In this module you will practice to identify and use rigorous and tested scientific methods. Utilize advanced critical thinking skills to drive innovation and strategic decision-making.
Training Focus
Module 2: Doctoral Thesis Research Proposal
Industry relevance
Advanced critical thinking capabilities.
Key Learnings
To independently identify how others have successfully examined and solved problems through the use of rigorous and tested scientific methods.
Academic achievements
To provide the student with knowledge concerning the constituent elements a research project proposal should include.
Module Fees: €3,850€ | 4 months duration
Starting times: February, June and October.
Certification: Certificate in advanced critical thinking skills
This module provides an introduction to scientific inquiry principles. Apply advanced problem-solving techniques to address complex organizational challenges.
Training Focus
Module 3: Research Methodology
Industry relevance
Advanced systems thinking abilities.
Key Learnings
To turn previously gained knowledge and skills into executable actions.
Academic achievements
To operationalise the research methodology and assuring it is the most appropriate for the proposed research.
Module Fees: €3,850€ | 4 months duration
Starting times: February, June and October.
Certification: Certificate in advanced system thinking capabilities in business and management
Your Pathway to Continued Growth
The Advanced Executive Training Programme serves as a strong foundation for continued academic advancement.
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.
The Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) Programme:
The DBA programme is tailored for accomplished practitioners seeking to make significant contributions to their organizations and the broader business community. The programme emphasizes applied research, focusing on practical business problems and addressing real-world issues.
Faculty Credentials
Key information
Name of the educational programme
Advanced Executive Training Programme in Business and Management
Mode of Delivery
Fully online
Mode of attendance
For working professionals
Programme Duration
3 modules á 4 months duration
Language of Instruction
English
Programme intakes
February, June and October
Programme fees
€3,850€ per Module | 4 months duration
Entry requirements
Prior formal qualifications
A Master’s degree (MQF level 7 qualification) obtained within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), or a comparable degree from outside the EHEA.
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A pre-Bologna 3 to 4 years degree from an institution within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) that grants access to doctoral programmes at the national level in the country of issue.
Professional Experience
Language Skills
For the case of tests, the following minimum scores apply:
- A TOEFL score of 550 (Paper Based Test), 213 (Computer Based Test), 79 (Internet Based Test).
- An IELTS score of 6.5.
- A Pearson Test of English (PTE A) score of 50-57.
- A Cambridge English Advanced test score of 52.
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For the case of practical experience an employer statement shall be produced stating that English is a principal language at the place of work.