Berlin School of Business and Innovation
Doctorate in Business Administration
Berlin, Germany
DBA
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 15,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for international and EU students | 2026 international and EU: EUR 15,000
Key Summary
BSBI offers the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) programme to equip senior professionals with the advanced knowledge and expertise required to excel as leaders in business and industry.
This programme combines advanced management theory with practical research and training to enhance skills and knowledge while transforming business approaches and strategies.
Why enrol on this programme?
The Doctorate in Business Administration programme aims to:
- Provide advanced expertise: Gain an in-depth knowledge of management theories and real-world applications to lead business change
- Develop business skills: Gain essential business and research skills to drive change and innovation in the business sector
- Career advancement: Develop the skills and knowledge to pursue academic and professional aspirations
Why study in Berlin?
- Award-winning school: Winner of the Education 2.0 - Outstanding Organisation Award, Winner of the BGA/AMBA Excellence Award: Best Innovation Strategy 2025 Award, and Bronze Winner: Blended and Presence Learning Award.
- Explore Berlin: Live and study in a city known for its start-ups, corporate hubs and cultural landmarks.
- Post-study work visa: Stay in Germany for up to 18 months after graduation to gain valuable industry experience.*
- Affordable education: Study in one of Europe’s most cost-effective student cities.
- English-taught programmes: Remove language barriers while receiving a high-quality education.
- Central location: Study at BSBI’s main campus in Neukölln’s historic Alte Post building in the heart of Berlin.
- Free German language lessons: Designed to improve graduates’ employment prospects in Germany and across Europe.
- Career and employment support: Students gain access to online resources, career workshops, peer support, interview tips, and job application feedback.
- Free pre-enrolment services: Through Expatrio, students access affordable packages for banking, insurance, and scholarships to ease their transition to Germany.
- Free legal support: BSBI partners with SERS to provide free visa advice and legal support, ensuring students focus on their studies and settling in Germany.
- Industry connections: Extensive partnerships with leading companies provide opportunities for internships, work experience, and career growth.
- Executive education course: BSBI students can attend a free five-day executive education course alongside their degree for enhanced career insights.
- Academic excellence: BSBI’s experienced faculty delivers practical, hands-on teaching based on years of industry expertise.
*After successfully graduating in Germany and supplying confirmation, you will be entitled to apply for an 18-month post-study residence permit to find employment in Germany, that is relevant to your degree.
Key programme Information:
- Campus: BSBI Berlin
- 2025 Intake: October
- Programme price: €15,000/year
- Special offers*: Save up to 10% on your tuition fees
- 2026 Intakes: February, May, July, October
- Programme price: €15,000/year
- Special offers*: Save up to 33% on your fees
*Terms and conditions apply.
The school’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement.