Doctor of Business Administration Program Brochure

Doctor of Business Administration Program Brochure

CONTENTS

DBA INTRODUCTION .....................................................2

FACTS AND FIGURES ....................................................3-4

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS ..............................................5

STUDY PLAN ................................................................6

COURSES IN PARIS .......................................................7

E-LEARNING ..................................................................8

COURSES IN OTHER LOCATIONS ...................................9-10

DOCTORAL FACULTY .....................................................11

STUDENT SUPPORT ......................................................12

FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS............................................13

HOW TO APPLY .............................................................14

Headquartered in Paris, and with partner locations in New York, Shanghai, New Delhi, São Paulo and Cape Town, ISM gives you the global perspective you need to thrive as a modern business leader.

Whether you seek a deeper understanding of your profession or simply a new personal challenge, our DBA gives you the platform to expand your knowledge and make a difference to international business practice.

Drawing on your contacts, resources and expertise gained in senior management, you will focus your research on solving a real and important problem within your profession. The results of your work will benefit the wider business community, raise your profile and take your career potential to new heights.

Our DBA is flexible, allowing you to earn a high-level business qualification without pausing your career. It is self paced, giving you up to six years to complete the requirements. And by combining in-person courses with e-learning, you have the freedom to study wherever your career and lifestyle take you.

ISM’s worldwide presence lends a valuable global outlook to your studies. Our Paris and New York locations allow you to work towards your DBA in two of the world’s most influential business centers. Our programs in Cape Town, New Delhi, São Paulo and Shanghai, meanwhile, give you unrivalled insight into business cultures and practices in key emerging markets.

All our DBA professors are active in the business world and are recognized leaders in their fields. They bring a balance of current academic theory and practical experience, and their high professional standards challenge and inspire you to achieve excellence. Our small class sizes allow you to form close working relationships with both our faculty and your fellow candidates.

With more than 130 nationalities represented in our student and alumni community, we offer a culturally diverse environment for your DBA studies. Working alongside some of the sharpest and most ambitious minds in global business, you will learn how different cultures interpret and approach common leadership challenges. You will also become part of our thriving alumni network, giving you access to a world of career openings and academic opportunities.

Start your application today at apply.ism.edu

WHERE LEADERS GO NEXT

““The highlights of my time at ISM were the Doing Business in India course, and the quality of input from the teachers in general.

Laurent Dorey, France

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FACTS AND FIGURES

LOCATIONSParis, New York, Shanghai, New Delhi, São Paulo, Cape Town

Read more: page 7, 9-10

DURATION• Self paced

• Average completion time: 3-4 years

• Maximum completion time: 6 years

E-LEARNINGStudy anywhere, at any time

Read more: page 8

CANDIDATE PROFILE• Completion of a master’s-level program

• Average of eight years’ senior management experience

• Steady career progression with increasing professional responsibilities

• Strong written and spoken English

TUITION FEE• $84,562 (total)

• Payment plans available

Read more: page 13

SCHOLARSHIPS• Need-based and merit-based

scholarships available

• Maximum value: 30% of tuition fee

Read more: page 13

CLASS MAKE-UP• Men vs women: 40% Female, 60% Male

• Nationalities: 38Source: Class of 2018

CAREER PROGRESSION• Percentage of alumni who received a

promotion in the last two years: 36%

• Final salary amount (more than 100k): 73%Source: ISM Alumni Survey 2016

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ACCREDITATIONOur DBA is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

ISM has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).

RECOGNITIONUS State Authority to Confer Diplomas

ISM is authorized by the Delaware Department of Education to confer academic and honorary degrees in the U.S.

Recognition from the French Ministry of Education

ISM is recognized as a private establishment of higher education in France with an official status from the French Ministry of Education: Établissement d’enseignement supérieur privé technique. Our International MBA, DBA and PhD programs are recognized as higher education programs.

Read more about our accreditation, recognition and memberships at ism.edu/accreditation


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““Traveling, meeting people from all around the world and expanding my global network has been my best memory of studying at ISM.

Rayan AbdulJabbar, Saudi Arabia

DEGREE REQUIREMENTSTo obtain your DBA, you will need to accumulate a total of 53 credits. Twenty-one of those must come from coursework, which you may complete through a combination of courses in Paris, programs in other locations, and e-learning. You must also complete the Capstone Case Analysis and a doctoral dissertation.

Required Research Methods and Multidisciplinary Coursework

Coursework is central to both the DBA program and your ISM experience. It is your chance to engage with our professors, interact with classmates from around the world, and benefit from the school’s global presence. You may complete your coursework through a combination of courses in Paris, programs in other ISM locations, and e-learning.

Capstone Case Analysis

You will complete the Capstone Case Analysis after you have completed 75% of your coursework. It is worth 2 credits.

Doctoral Dissertation

This is the culmination of your DBA journey. You will write your dissertation under supervision from the Director of Doctoral Research and an assigned dissertation adviser, and defend it before a committee to gain final approval.

Summary of all DBA requirements

Required Research Methods Coursework 5

Multidisciplinary Coursework 16

Capstone Case Analysis 2

Doctoral Dissertation Proposal 5

Doctoral Dissertation 25

Total Credits Required to Graduate 53

DBA Degree Requirements Credits


DBA COURSEWORKYou will start your program by taking Writing a Doctoral-level Research Paper. Thereafter you may take core and elective courses in any order, unless otherwise indicated.

Required Research Courses Credits

Writing a Doctoral-level Research Paper 1.5

Statistical Analysis 1.5

Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methods 2

Optional Research Courses

Advanced Qualitative Research Methods 3

Advanced Quantitative Research Methods 3

Some courses above may be offered both in person and online. Some may be offered exclusively online.

TOTAL RESEARCH COURSE CREDITS REQUIRED 5

Multidisciplinary Coursework Credits

A combination of fundamental skills courses and advanced electives 16

CAPSTONE CASE ANALYSIS Credits

To be completed after you have completed 75% of your coursework. 2

DBA DISSERTATION PROPOSAL Credits

You will receive feedback and guidance from an instructor to develop your proposal. 5

DBA DISSERTATION Credits

You will be assigned an individual dissertation advisor and participate in dissertation workshop sessions. 25

TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE 531

DBA STUDY PLAN

STUDY OPTIONSParis in-person courses (schedule runs from October to June) All courses worth 1.5 credits unless otherwise indicated

New York in-person courses (offered each year)Each program is worth 3-5 credits (consists of individual courses)

Courses in Shanghai, New Delhi, Cape Town, or São Paulo (each location is scheduled periodically, approximately one location per semester or per year)

Each program is worth 3-5 credits (consists of individual courses)

E-Learning (various modules are open throughout each calendar year) Course credit values may vary

ONLINE VERSUS CLASSROOMIt is recommended that you take at least six credits of in-person courses. You may earn these from any coursework and in any location.

1. ISM credits are based on US semester credits according to which 1 credit hour represents 46 learning hours. The ECTS equivalent is 90 credits for the DBA degree.


Our Paris base hosts three-day courses with an international outlook. Held all year round, they are taught by professors from all over the world, who bring rich expertise and cultural perspectives to your DBA studies. This list of sample courses gives a taste of what you can expect. Additional course and e-learning options may be available, depending which specialization you choose.

COURSES IN PARIS

EXAMPLES OF COURSES

Project Management

Customer Relationship Management

Executive Leadership

Supply Chain Management

Breaking into New Markets

Change Management

Corporate Entrepreneurial Strategy

Empirical Research & Advanced Statistics

International Business Law

Multicultural Management

Managing Strategic Risks

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Disruptive Innovation

Entrepreneurship & Innovation II: Startup Creation and Fundraising

Venture Capital & Private Equity

International Capital Markets

Digital Marketing

Technology Trends in Business

Business Data Analytics

Strategic Human Resource Management


Taught by professors carefully chosen for their expertise and experience, our e-learning courses give you the flexibility to study for your DBA anywhere in the world. Throughout each course you can access materials, communicate with the instructor, participate in discussions, and benefit from one-on-one contact and feedback.

E-LEARNING

EXAMPLES OF E-LEARNING COURSES

Active Investment Management

Corporate Finance

Corporate Entrepreneurship for Competitive Advantage

International Marketing

Managing the Innovation Process

Leadership in Higher Education

Accounting and Financial Analysis

International Organizational Behavior

Dynamic Strategic Management

Introduction to Research Methods

Research Methods

Corporate Valuations - Measuring and Managing Value

Entrepreneurship I and II

Business Ethics and Leadership

Digital Marketing

Human Resources Management

Technology Trends in Business

Business Ethics and Leadership

““The DBA’s flexibility means I can manage my business while I study, and put the knowledge I gain from ISM into practice straight away.

Saeedeh Taghavi, Iran


PARISAcademic and administrative home of ISM

COURSES IN OTHER LOCATIONSAs well as studying in Paris, you can also earn DBA coursework credits by attending special programs at our five partner locations across the globe. We offer programs in Cape Town, New Delhi, São Paulo and Shanghai on a rotating basis every year, while our New York location hosts an optional program each year.

All our partners share ISM’s values and commitment to excellence. They are dedicated to developing your cross-cultural knowledge, creating small and interactive classroom experiences, and offering flexible learning options.

SÃO PAULOWhy São Paulo?Brazil and Latin America’s economic powerhouse

Partner institutionHSM Educação

Course examples Doing Business in Brazil; Brazilian Economy and Trends; Leadership, Organizations, and Networks in Traditional Societies; Strategic Challenges, and Organizational Decline in Brazilian Companies

NEW YORKWhy New York?Global hub of international commerce and business

Partner institutionsSt John’s University

Baruch College

Course examples Executive Finance; Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Issues; Social Entrepreneurship; Topics in International Management


CAPE TOWNWhy Cape Town?Home to a thriving tech startup scene and dynamic small business sector

Partner institutionStellenbosch University

Course examples African Economy for Business Leaders; Doing Business in Africa: Innovation and Internationalization of SMEs; A Systemic Approach to Business Futures; 21st Century Leaders as Mentors and Coaches

NEW DELHIWhy New Delhi?India’s emerging business capital and hub of hi-tech industries

Partner institutionAmity University

Course examples Doing Business in India; Indian Economy; Indian Financial Markets; Marketing in India

““After attending the courses in Cape Town, I can confidently say that I apply my newly acquired strategic, systemic and critical thinking skills in many situations in the workplace, including the boardroom.

Ellen Maasdorp, Namibia

SHANGHAIWhy Shanghai?Economic and business center of China, and one of the world’s fastest developing cities

Partner institutionsFudan University School of Management

Donghua University

Course examples Doing Business in China; Examining the Chinese Economy; Marketing in China; RMB Exchange Rate and Asset Bubbles


DOCTORAL FACULTYOur DBA balances current international business theory with practical expertise, to prepare you for the highest levels of senior management. To achieve this blend, we rigorously select faculty members who are not only acclaimed scholars, but who are active and successful in global business. We evaluate them regularly to ensure that your experience matches our high academic standards.

““We nurture our students to become the best leaders they can be.

Dr. Ivo Pezzuto, Core Faculty, ISM

FOR DETAILED PROFILES OF OUR FACULTY MEMBERS, VISIT ISM.EDU/FACULTY


http://ism.edu/faculty

STUDENT SUPPORTAcademic Support

Before you start your DBA coursework, you will have an academic advising session with our Director of Academic Affairs. The session will give you an overview of all program requirements, courses and delivery methods. It will also introduce you to ISM’s academic services and enrollment processes, and explain the processes we have in place to assure quality dissertation advising.

Student Services

Whether you need to request a transcript, transfer credit or register for international programs, our Student Services Coordinator is available to help. Student Services can also assist with visa application processes and logistics, attestations, diplomas, and most other matters concerning academic records and ISM policies and procedures.

Library Services

As a DBA candidate at ISM, you have access to thousands of academic studies and articles, business journals and archives, and multimedia workstations. Our electronic library is available for you to access from anywhere at any time, and our expert librarian is on hand to answer all your library requests within 48 hours.

While studying in Paris you are eligible for membership at the American Library of Paris – the largest English-language lending library in Europe. And to facilitate your research while studying at our overseas locations, we will reimburse the cost of membership at your local library. Read more about our library services at ism.edu/library

CONTACT A STUDENTFor an on-the-ground view of the DBA program and life at ISM, we can put you in contact with a current student or recent alumnus. They will be able to answer any questions you may have about the program, and share their experience of everything from enrollment to graduation and beyond.

For more information, email our Admissions Team: [email protected]


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FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

TUITION FEES

$84,562 (total)

• Includes academic services in all cities of study

• Also includes e-learning courses

• Can be paid in Euros or other currencies on request

• Does not include costs associated with transportation, housing or personal expenses

PAYMENT OPTIONS

1. One lump-sum payment, with 15% financial assistance

2. Four equal installments over 12 months, with 10% financial assistance

3. Six equal installments over 24 months, with 5% financial assistance

4. Eight equal installments over 36 months

Our Admissions Team will work with you to find the best payment option for your personal circumstances

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

• Need-based and merit-based scholarships available

• Maximum value: 30% of tuition fee

• Awarded on a highly competitive basis

• Find out more: visit ism.edu/financing or email [email protected]

Doing a doctoral program involves a lot of sacrifice, but ISM makes the experience manageable and promotes the ability to work, live and learn in harmony. Go for it!

Hashiru Aminu Idris, Nigeria

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HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATION DEADLINES

We accept applications on a rolling basis, with intakes in January, April, July and October.

When assessing your suitability for the DBA, we consider the strength of your application as a whole – not simply your academic background and professional experience. We are particularly interested in your rationale for choosing our program and how it fits with your career plan.

Not sure if you meet the candidate profile? Contact our Admissions Team at [email protected] or +(33) 01 45 51 09 09

““The program’s flexibility meant I could run a successful company and simultaneously work towards my DBA.

Sharlotte Naidu, South Africa

JANUARY INTAKEEarly application deadline: September 1

Final deadline for applications: November 15

APRIL INTAKEEarly application deadline: December 1

Final deadline for applications: February 15

JULY INTAKEEarly application deadline: March 1

Final deadline for applications: May 15

OCTOBER INTAKEEarly application deadline: June 1

Final deadline for applications: August 15

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Doctor of Business Administration Program Brochure