The DBA at Henley the Henley DBA

The DBA at Henley The Henley DBA

Research at ‘The DBA journey became a true opportunity for me to intensify my learning and Henley Business School further develop my skills in an efficient manner. In this Research is a vital component of Henley Business School’s reputation for challenging context, the biggest success the future environment of organisations. It is what keeps us fresh and ensures that factor was the quality of individuals and groups have the knowledge and capability to positively change the way faculty members and their that we work and identify what contribution business can make. extensive knowledge of the field. Furthermore, Henley Business School is probably We attract experienced and motivated Research associates take part in a one of the strongest academic individuals to undertake significant wide range of conferences and events, research that shapes organisational networking with like-minded researchers institutions for research in thinking and provides an increasingly and acquiring the cutting-edge insights the field of finance, M&A and complex business environment. provided by our own faculty and our guests. strategy. The DBA helped me to

We are home to some of the world’s most Our expertise extends across virtually all better internalise the dynamics distinguished research-led academics areas within business and management of M&A and growth strategies. and some of the most innovative, education and research – from leadership During the entire study, I was practically oriented thought leaders. to marketing, international business to real estate and planning, HR to finance able to publish more than Our work generates cutting-edge research, and economics, reputation management 12 papers in Germany and in valuable knowledge and leading insights to corporate governance, and emerging the UK, which was possible into the rapidly evolving world of modern markets to organisational behaviour. business. We provide an outstanding due to strong supervision environment for individuals looking to Our staff and activities integrate and mentorship by faculty further their academic and professional through a unique synthesis of research members and staff. Henley is careers through doctoral study. centres and thought-leadership groups including the John H. Dunning Centre for a world-class business school We are consistently ranked among the International Business, the ICMA Centre, and I am very proud to have UK’s leading business schools based on our the Informatics Research Centre, the accomplished my DBA study.’ research output and performance, and we Centre for Euro-Asian Studies and the have produced more DBA graduates than Centre for Customer Management. Dr Mehdi Farhadi any other institution in Europe. Henley DBA Graduate and These groups also encompass a number Principal Roland Berger Strategy Consultants Frankfurt, Germany Through academically rigorous DBA and of Centres including the Knowledge PhD programmes we provide the range Management Forum, the Henley Centre of opportunities and the outstanding for HR Excellence, the John Madejski environment that stimulates the Centre for Reputation and the Henley production of world-class research. Centre for Engaging Leadership.

2 For further information visit www.henley.ac.uk/dba Sven Demant, Henley MSc/DBA Research Associate Contact us: [email protected] 3 and MBA Programme Leader, Henley (Nordic) The Henley DBA

Introduction – ‘As a small business owner in a fast-developing country and a consultant to cross-national what is a DBA? and listed companies, I long nursed the desire to spend The DBA provides you with a foundation of valuable research skills and develops your time in a quality, adult personal and consultancy abilities. It is recognised and respected worldwide with its learning environment. rigorous learning process that allows you to return to your organisation with advanced The Henley community is research capabilities and analytical thinking. a friendly and supportive one, the physical surrounds are highly conducive to The Henley Doctor of Business Henley DBA research associates undertake reflection, study and research, Administration (DBA) is a professional two linked yet distinct stages of study and doctoral degree with an international research over a period of about five and a and the demands of academic scope and reputation, designed to half years. The programme is conducted on rigour, while ever present, enhance executive and professional a part-time basis. were never intrusive. There practice through the application of sound theory and rigorous research into We have an impressive record in providing was no better place for me.’ real and complex issues in business and doctoral programmes at Henley. We management. It enhances the capability to launched the DBA in 1992 and now have Dr Millicent Danker DBA Graduate & develop knowledge and theory, and their participants and graduates from more than 30 countries around the world. Founder, Perception Management application. Key to this is a programme International Group to develop personal, consultancy and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia research skills in the context of rigorous and relevant research.

Who should consider a DBA?

The programme will be of particular benefit to experienced senior executives, consultants, management educators and business school academics. A DBA from Henley will enhance professional capability and credibility, develop networks, and provide a firm foundation for further career development or a major career move. Employers benefit from supporting candidates for the DBA by attracting, developing and retaining key talent and building knowledge for competitive advantage.

4 For further information visit www.henley.ac.uk/dba Tórheðin Jónsveinsson Jensen, Henley MSc/DBA Contact us: [email protected] 5 Research Associate and Administration Manager, Vardin The Henley DBA

The Henley Programme structure Your DBA programme will comprise two distinct, linked stages. You’ll develop the necessary knowledge and skills for research on a programme leading to the award of an MSc in Business and Management Research. You may then progress to the DBA DBA programme stage, which focuses on primary research and the development of competences in the application of research.

Aims Stage 1: MSc in Business and Stage 2: DBA Management Research The Henley DBA will enable you to: • Develop a sound understanding In line with all doctoral programmes, you Your DBA stage will focus primarily on of the relevant conceptual and will begin your journey by developing independent research, with the support theoretical underpinnings of your your research knowledge and skills. At of a supervisor and including attendance chosen area of research into Henley, you work towards an additional at research colloquia. You will complete a business and management qualification whilst you undertake this research project leading to the preparation part of your development. So, unless you of a doctoral thesis, which will be examined • Have a detailed understanding of already have an equivalent qualification, all by internal and external experts in the field. applicable techniques for research research associates will complete the MSc The DBA stage will enhance your and advanced academic and in Business and Management Research. personal development and research management enquiry This is a qualification in its own right and application skills. You will complete several may also be completed by those who do • Create and interpret knowledge development targets relating to personal, not wish to progress to doctoral study. through original research. Enhance teaching, research and consultancy both your performance as a The programme provides a thorough competences. reflective practitioner and your grounding in research methodology and You would expect to spend four years on professional practice techniques. You will be preparing and this stage, with a minimum of three years developing your ideas and proposals for • Develop personal, consultancy and in exceptional circumstances. research competences to undertake your own research – through teaching rigorous research at an advanced inputs and structured assessment – and level that contributes to theory and also developing your competence to practice in business and management. undertake research. This stage is scheduled over 18 months, with four one-week compulsory workshops covering: Your sponsoring organisation will also benefit from the advanced research • Introduction to research capabilities, analytical thinking, • Research methodology knowledge development and enhanced professional competences • Qualitative research methods that you will bring back to your role. • Quantitative research methods This stage also includes research colloquia and other optional seminars. Your MSc will culminate in the development of a research proposal, providing the platform for developing research in the DBA stage.

Dr Benjamin Reid, Henley MSc/DBA tutor 6 For further information visit www.henley.ac.uk/dba and Senior Researcher, the Work Foundation, Contact us: [email protected] 7 and Head of Open Innovation, the Big Innovation Centre The Henley DBA

Programme assessment

Stage 1: MSc in Business and Stage 2: DBA Management Research ‘It’s the quality of our applied research training Your MSc will promote the development of Your DBA stage has two assessed and our international a deep knowledge of the research process components relating to the completion focus that makes the and a broad understanding of the available of a research thesis and the development range of research methodologies. As you of competences relevant to the application Henley DBA a truly progress though the MSc, you will also of this research: be developing your research questions, outstanding experience.’ • Report on two targets for development broadening your knowledge of the in the areas of personal, teaching and Professor John Board, literature in the area you intend to research, consultancy skills competences Dean of Henley Business School and selecting the appropriate methodology and methods. You’ll finally arrive at a • Doctoral thesis. detailed research proposal.

The assessed components of the MSc are: PhD opportunities at • Research outline interview: further Henley Business School develops your research ideas At Henley Business School we • Working paper: a scoping literature welcome high-calibre PhD candidates review of a selected area from more than 50 countries. • Competence development target: Typically a three-year full-time a critique of a selected research programme, our participants engage methodology and one other research with world-renowned academics target linked to your particular needs on cutting-edge research and • Thesis critique: an evaluation of an participate in leading international existing doctoral thesis conferences and events. • Qualitative data analysis assignment For further information on PhD opportunities at Henley Business • Quantitative data analysis assignment School please visit our website: • Report on a pilot study: a report on a www.henley.ac.uk study involving a pilot collection of data • Research proposal: a detailed proposal for research – including literature review, methodology and methods – relating to a specific research area.

Jay Keyse, Henley MSc/ DBA Research Associate and Director of Strategy Infrastructure Solutions, HP Enterprise Services and Michael Ingenbleek, Henley MSc/DBA Research 8 For further information visit www.henley.ac.uk/dba Associate and Engineer, Contact us: [email protected] 9 Technip Norway The Henley DBA

The Henley ‘I would highly recommend the Henley DBA to anyone considering undertaking a DBA programme DBA. The rewards, in terms of the learning achieved along the way, broadened my understanding of, and Research Outline greatly enhanced my ability Interview to conduct, research in Introduction Research and to Research business and related contexts. Personal Methodology Development Workshop It gave me the confidence Workshop and expertise to analyse the Thesis Submission research of others and to Phase 1 conduct my own research. Qualitative Assessments Techniques Workshop I am exceedingly grateful

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10 For further information visit www.henley.ac.uk/dba Debra Paul, Henley MSc/DBA Research Associate and Managing Contact us: [email protected] 11 Director, Assist Knowledge Development Ltd The Henley DBA

Supporting your thinking Mentoring is at the centre of the DBA programme. Our faculty members not only train you to approach challenges academically, but also emphasise personal development as part of your learning.

Thought-leadership Core support communities and The overall academic content and quality research colloquia of your programme will be led by the Director of the DBA Programme, and the From the very beginning of your MSc you Doctoral Programme team will support will join one of Henley’s academic schools. you throughout the process from You will also be able to participate in application to graduation. regular research seminars and workshops including doctoral research colloquia, held four times per year, which allow you to Mentors discuss your ideas for research and those of other doctoral researchers. You’ll be You will be mentored by a member of expected to present formally on at least academic faculty through the MSc stage, one occasion per year. who will help you to develop your research expertise and will guide you through the early assessment stages. At the pilot Research facilities study/research proposal stage, you will begin to work with your supervisor. You will have full use of the Academic Resource Centre (ARC) at Henley Business School with extensive facilities for Supervisors undertaking research including journals, textbooks, newspapers and online Throughout the research process you resources, plus previous doctoral theses will have the support and guidance of and research articles. at least one supervisor. Every student You’ll also access the ARC Online via the has the support of a member of Business School website, with full-text the Henley academic faculty either access to thousands of journal articles, as first or second supervisor. company financial data and market research reports.

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Application process

Making an application Entry requirements

To be considered for entry onto a Henley To enter the MSc and DBA programme research degree (MSc, DBA, MPhil, PhD) you will normally be expected to hold a please complete the application process Masters degree in the area of business or and provide one business reference, management together with at least five one academic reference and a short years of relevant experience. research outline. To be eligible to transfer from the MSc to Details of the procedure can be found at: the DBA programme you will require an www.henley.ac.uk/msc average of 60% in the MSc and 60% in the research proposal. If you hold an existing You would normally expect to register Masters qualification in research such as for the MSc in Business and Management an MRes, typically with a ‘merit’ pass or Research commencing in October each equivalent, it may be possible to join the year. You should apply by the end of DBA stage directly. June – applications made after this may not be considered.

14 For further information visit www.henley.ac.uk/dba Contact us: [email protected] 15 Dr Claire Collins, Director of the DBA Programme The DBA at Henley

For general enquiries please contact:

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