PhD in Executive Doctorate Business Administration (EDBA)

The Executive Doctorate in Business Administration (EDBA) at ESCP Business School – Dubai is a part-time, practice-oriented doctoral programme designed for senior executives and experienced professionals who aim to solve complex organisational and strategic challenges through applied research. Distinct from a traditional PhD, the EDBA is tailored for leaders who wish to translate research directly into managerial action, strengthen evidence-based decision-making, and create measurable impact within their organisations, industries, and broader business ecosystems. Research topics are grounded in participants’ professional environments and aligned with the UAE’s transformation agenda, including UAE Vision 2031 and the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), with a particular focus on innovation, artificial intelligence and data analytics, sustainable growth, and smart leadership.