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- Course Overview
Integrated Doctorate in Business Administration
Our IDBA program is designed for professionals and executives looking to elevate their careers with advanced business skills. Offered by LSMT in a completely online mode, the IDBA program combines aspects of both an MBA and DBA, offering an accelerated path that integrates leadership, innovation, ethics and business strategy. This program positions graduates with the expertise to handle real business dilemmas in a dynamic corporate context.
- Admission
Admission Requirements
General Admission Requirements
A copy of a valid government-issued photo identity card.
A copy of an updated resume or curriculum vitae (if applicable).
Any document not in English must be accompanied by a certified translated copy.
Additional Admission Requirements for Integrated Doctorate in Business Administration (IDBA)
- Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree in business, management, information technology, economics, or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution.
A strong academic record is required. A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75 or equivalent may be considered for admission.
Candidates with relevant academic achievements, leadership experience, or professional exposure will be given preference.
Submission of complete academic transcripts and supporting documents for evaluation.
A personal statement outlining the applicant’s academic interests, career aspirations, and reasons for pursuing the Integrated Doctorate in Business Administration.
An interview may be required, as determined by the Program Director.
- Why Choose Us
Intergrated Doctor of Business
The Integrated Doctorate in Business Administration (IDBA) is a comprehensive, progression-based doctoral pathway designed to develop advanced managerial expertise, technological competence, and strong leadership capabilities. The program integrates foundational business knowledge with advanced research training, preparing learners to grow from core business understanding to doctoral-level mastery.
Graduates are equipped to succeed across diverse sectors including nonprofit organizations, corporate enterprises, government institutions, and hybrid public or private organizations. The curriculum emphasizes strategic decision-making, analytical thinking, innovation, ethical governance, and applied research skills. In addition to preparing students for leadership roles, the program also cultivates scholarly inquiry and research capabilities that contribute to meaningful organizational and academic impact.
The program goals are:
- Objectives
Program Objectives
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program is a professionally oriented undergraduate degree designed to build strong managerial foundations, practical business knowledge, and leadership potential. It prepares students to succeed across diverse sectors including corporate organizations, startups, nonprofit institutions, and government bodies by equipping them with essential business skills, analytical thinking, and ethical decision-making abilities.
The program emphasizes real-world application, teamwork, and industry relevance. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of core business functions while developing the confidence to contribute effectively in dynamic organizational environments.
The program goals are:
- Goal 1: Develop effective communication and leadership skills within diverse and global business environments.
- Goal 2: Apply, integrate, and analyze knowledge of business, technology, and management to design innovative solutions for complex organizational challenges.
- Goal 3: Utilize modern technologies and analytical tools to support strategic decision-making in a globalized economy.
- Goal 4: Demonstrate ethical leadership, responsible governance, and socially conscious decision-making.
- Goal 5: Build strong research and analytical capabilities to evaluate business problems and contribute meaningful insights to the field of management.
- Course Structure
Program Curriculum
DBA MODULES (Duration: 2.5 years)
Year - 1
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
| M804 | Developing Research Capability | 10 Credits |
| M805 | Advanced Research Design and Methodologies | 20 Credits |
| M704 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 10 Credits |
| M720 | Strategic Financial Management | 10 Credits |
| M735 | Strategic Marketing | 10 Credits |
Year - 2
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
| M801 | Managing Strategic Change | 10 Credits |
| M802 | Project Development, Planning and Management | 10 Credits |
| M703 | Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Potential | 10 Credits |
| M713 | Supply Chain and Operations Management | 10 Credits |
| M734 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 10 Credits |
| M736 | Globalisation and Corporate Governance | 10 Credits |
Year - 3
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| M806 | Research and Dissertation | 60 Credits |
MBA MODULES (Duration: 1.5 years)
Year - 1
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
| MBA701 | Leadership and Management style | 5 Credits |
| MBA702 | Organizational development and change | 5 Credits |
| Â | Elective 1 | 10 Credits |
| Â | Elective 2 | 10 Credits |
| Â | Elective 3 | 10 Credits |
| Â | Elective 4 | 10 Credits |
| Â | Elective 5 | 10 Credits |
| Â | Year Total | 60 Credits |
Year - 2
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
| Elective 6 | 10 Credits | Â |
| MBA703 | Business Research Project | 20 Credits |
| Â | Year Total | 30 Credits |
| Â | Â | Â |
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Specialisation in HR
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| MBA704 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA705 | Engagement of Employees and organisational Learning | 10 Credits |
| MBA706 | Leadership Development and Performance Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA707 | Global Resourcing, Talent and Reward Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA708 | Managing Employment Relations and Employment Law | 10 Credits |
| MBA709 | Business Research Methods | 10 Credits |
Specialisation in Logistic and Supply Chain Management
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| MBA710 | Logistics Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA711 | Supply Chain Planning, Modelling and Analytics | 10 Credits |
| MBA712 | Procurement and Supply Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA713 | Supply Chain and Operations Strategy | 10 Credits |
| MBA714 | Sustainable Operations Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA715 | Business Research Methods | 10 Credits |
Specialisation in Finance
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| MBA716 | Investment Analysis | 10 Credits |
| MBA717 | Global Finance and Strategy | 10 Credits |
| MBA718 | Strategic Audit | 10 Credits |
| MBA719 | Corporate Reporting | 10 Credits |
| MBA720 | Strategic Financial Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA721 | Business Research Methods | 10 Credits |
Specialisation in Tourism and Hospitality Management
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| MBA722 | Strategic Management and Marketing | 10 Credits |
| MBA723 | Destination Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA724 | International Tourism Policy and Development | 10 Credits |
| MBA725 | Digital Tourism and Hospitality | 10 Credits |
| MBA726 | Organisational Behaviour in International Contexts | 10 Credits |
| MBA727 | Advanced Research Methods | 10 Credits |
Specialisation in Strategic Marketing
| Ref No. | Module Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| MBA728 | Contemporary Issues and Principles of Marketing | 10 Credits |
| MBA729 | Consumer Behaviour and Market Communications | 10 Credits |
| MBA730 | Digital and Social Media Marketing | 10 Credits |
| MBA731 | Contemporary Challenges and Strategic Marketing | 10 Credits |
| MBA732 | Strategic Brand Management | 10 Credits |
| MBA733 | Marketing Research Project | 10 Credits |
