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Unisa Graduate School of Business Leadership
Doctor of Business LeadershipMidrand, South Africa
DURATION
2 up to 6 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 Jan 2026
EARLIEST START DATE
30 Jun 2026
TUITION FEES
ZAR 37,386 / per course
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Fast-track counseling
By contacting the school, you'll get access to free priority counselling for any study and application questions.Key Summary
About: The Doctor of Business Leadership (DBL) fosters advanced knowledge and skills in leadership, equipping students to address complex business challenges. The program emphasizes strategic thinking, innovation, and ethical decision-making, preparing students to influence organizational success. It includes a mix of coursework and a capstone project, enabling practical application of theories to real-world situations.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various opportunities such as senior leadership roles, executive positions, management consulting, and roles in organizational development. They may also engage in academia or undertake consultancy to drive business transformation.
Introduction
The more informed you are, the more empowered you are and the greater your chances of achieving success. Beyond gaining knowledge, DBL students are given the platform, skills and competence to make a significant contribution to new knowledge in business management and leadership.
- An MBL, MBA or equivalent Master's degree from an accredited tertiary institution (provide a clear copy of the degree as well as a transcript indicating the symbol or percentage obtained for each module and indicating that the qualification was completed)
- An average pass mark of 65% and above for the Master's degree
- Submit a 2,500-word research outline fitting the research focus areas of the SBL displayed below
- Submit a recent Curriculum Vitae
- Submit a clear copy of your ID or passport.