PhD in Dongguk Global MBA

The Dongguk Global MBA at DONGGUK UNIVERSITY(Seoul) is a doctoral-level business program that builds on core management disciplines including strategy, finance, marketing, and organizational leadership, preparing candidates for advanced research and senior professional roles. Students in this program study the theoretical foundations of business management alongside applied topics such as global business strategy, financial decision-making, and cross-cultural management, reflecting the international orientation suggested by the program's name. At the doctoral level, training moves from structured coursework toward independent research, with candidates expected to design studies, analyze business or economic data, and produce a dissertation that contributes new insight to management scholarship. Graduates of doctoral business programs typically pursue careers as university faculty, corporate strategists, management consultants, or senior analysts within multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government economic agencies. The research and analytical skills built through this program, including quantitative methods, case analysis, and academic writing, also support careers in policy research and executive advisory services. This program is delivered as a PhD over 4 semesters, equivalent to 2 years, with intakes offered every March and September. It is based in Jung-gu, South Korea, and instruction is conducted in English, making it accessible to international students without requiring Korean language proficiency. Doctoral candidates generally combine advanced seminars in global business theory with mentored research, culminating in a dissertation defense before a faculty committee. Applicants are typically expected to hold a master's degree in business or a related field and to demonstrate readiness for sustained, independent scholarship in international management.