Degree program DBA Doctorate of Business Administration in Management and Information Systems

Format

E-Learning

Duration

3 Year(s)

Back to school

All year

Cost

11900 €*

*per year OR exclusive tuition fees for a one-time advanced payment : 24,900€ for 3 years.

Presentation

This Doctorate of Business Administration program (DBA) is a partnership between 2 institutions, EFREI, a prestigious French Engineering School, which is a member of the elite Grandes Écoles system, and member of University of Paris Panthéon Assas, and The Doctoral School of Business, of Nestor AiTM Campus, which is specialized in progressive doctoral programs primarily delivered via specialized online platforms with artificial intelligence.

This DBA will give you access to key positions in management teams and boards of directors in a variety of industries, and will provide you with the credentials to join an institution of higher education as a research faculty member. Quite simply, it is your key to success in two sectors: business and higher education.

The DBA, considered as the highest certification in the world, is a doctorate for business men and women in many countries, such as the United States and England. It is often referred as the consultant’s degree, because it combines research, expertise and practical business experience. More focused than the MBA, it is the ultimate degree for those seeking new and exciting challenges and new horizons.

Only DBA of IS in the world with a triple expertise

Leading engineering school, prestigious French university, business school

Only DBA of IS in France

The DBA EFREI is the only DBA in France in information systems

Competitive costs

Tuition fees 2x more econominal than the average of the DBAs market

« This program bridges the gap between technology and business through flexibility with an online format. »

A LEADING ENGINEERING SCHOOL
  • Member of the CGE (Conférence des Grandes Écoles).
  • Awards the title of engineer, accredited by the CTI (Commission des Titres d’Ingénieurs).
  • Recognized and ranked among the best engineering schools: ranked 1st private school for general engineering in computer science and digital technologies.
  • Ranked 7th among all engineering schools (JOURNAL FIGARO 2022).
  • EFREI is part of the Paris Panthéon Assas University: EFREI Research Lab is attached to the EGIC455 doctoral school.

 

AN ONLINE CAMPUS AND SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
  • NESTOR Ai ™ Campus, the best world’s innovative online platform linked with a doctoral school of business.
  • Specialized in the development of several innovative and flexible DBAs.
  • One of the top doctoral school of business in Europe.
Why doing a DBA program in the universes of engineering and business?

Becoming a leader and a general manager in cutting-edge industries and information systems. Focus on an innovative topic enables you to understand the dynamics of the booming sectors.

Careers in information management « a new universe of business »

Careers in information management will be among the most sought after for the next decade. Information Management is the application of information through the collection, analysis, (using critical thinking) and interpretation of data. It allows the accuracy and visualization of organized information for an efficient and effective decision-making process.

Demand continues to grow for leaders who have the ability to integrate critical decision-making with technology’s latest innovations. This program will provide you with the skills and competitive edge you need.

Training objectives

The Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) is a highly respected and prestigious degree in the field of business and management.

The objective of this DBA Doctorate of Business Administration, in Information Systems Management, is to train managers and engineers wishing to deepen new areas of expertise, in the era of generative AI and in their professional environment, by implementing innovative research.

The DBA aims to develop managerial leadership skills and ensure a link between research and its professional application.

It is a flexible and online program delivered via an online platform with artificial intelligence and is skills-centered on Management of Information Systems.

What are the possible DBA topics ?

DBA candidates write their thesis on a topic of their choice but the Doctoral School of Business has also selected, as examples, some topics related to new businesses :

  • Artificial Intelligence, Robots and Intelligent Systems
  • Management of Information Systems
  • Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Crypto-security
  • The Business of Metaverse Imaging and Virtual Reality
  • Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Management
  • Aerospace Management

Because having a good research topic is essential, our expert professors are available to help you refine and determine your research topic. They are professionals in the field of Information Systems Management and are here to support your quest for academic excellence.

Pedagogy & resources

Pedagogy & resources

2 majors and complementary actors for your DBA program :

YOUR FACULTY ADVISOR : a mentor for the 3 years. Supports your academic journey and is available for any class-related or scheduling issues. Students can connect with them through online meetings anytime to discuss various topics.

YOUR THESIS DIRECTOR : a guide for your research. Helps you in defining your thesis topic, support your research, and prepare you for your thesis writing and defense. Students have 15 online meetings over 3 years with their thesis director, and is available for any additional assistance.

Technicals ressources

Nestor Ai TM Learning Technology, a worldwide database platform with millions of online articles. It’s an invaluable tool that assists you in every aspect of your educational experience.

The platform uses all the latest technologies and selective AI initiatives. The technology and online features increase study focus by 50%.

DBA PROGRAM

THESIS DIRECTION
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YEAR 1
Work on scientific articles and publications

YEAR 2
Research and methodology

YEAR 3
Writing and defending the thesis

THE EVOLUTION OF BUSINESS AND THE USE OF NEW TECH
Plus de détails

7. Digital Marketing and New Technologies
8. Enterprise Strategy, Blockchain and AI
9. Finance and AI
10. Digitization of Finance
11. Data Management and Data Protection
12. Leadership, Human Resources Management and AI

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY COURSES
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  1. Qualitative aspects (literature review…)
  2. Quantitative aspects (data analysis, hypothesis verification…)
  3. Thesis writing and defense
OPTIONAL COURSES IF REQUIRED
Plus de détails
  1. Finance and AI
NEW TECHNOLOGIES, MARKETS AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Plus de détails

1. Metaverse and New Markets
2. Management of Information in the age of AI and ChatGPT
3. Information Systems Management
4. Image Processing, 3D Applications and Graphics
5. Artificial Intelligence and Datas
6. Robots and Intelligent Systems

THESIS DIRECTION
Plus de détails

YEAR 1
Work on scientific articles and publications

YEAR 2
Research and methodology

YEAR 3
Writing and defending the thesis

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY COURSES
Plus de détails
  1. Qualitative aspects (literature review…)
  2. Quantitative aspects (data analysis, hypothesis verification…)
  3. Thesis writing and defense
NEW TECHNOLOGIES, MARKETS AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Plus de détails

1. Metaverse and New Markets
2. Management of Information in the age of AI and ChatGPT
3. Information Systems Management
4. Image Processing, 3D Applications and Graphics
5. Artificial Intelligence and Datas
6. Robots and Intelligent Systems

THE EVOLUTION OF BUSINESS AND THE USE OF NEW TECH
Plus de détails

7. Digital Marketing and New Technologies
8. Enterprise Strategy, Blockchain and AI
9. Finance and AI
10. Digitization of Finance
11. Data Management and Data Protection
12. Leadership, Human Resources Management and AI

OPTIONAL COURSES IF REQUIRED
Plus de détails
  1. Finance and AI

Useful info and high-quality registration process

  • Participant profile
    • Master’s Degree, MBA or BAC+5 required
    • 5 years of professional experience required
  • Registration
    • 3 different interviews with 3 different experts
    • A thesis project and a 3 to 5 minutes video produced by the student to present him/herself
    • Choice of working language: French, English, Chinese
  • The registration procedure
    1. Fill out the application form after the first preliminary meeting.
    2. You will meet a senior professor of the program and you will receive a pre-admission letter.
    3. Send a video presenting your motivations and your business thesis proposal.
    4. Interview with the academic director. The academic committee examines and validates your application.
    5. Signature of the EFREI DBA Rules.
    6. Payment of tuition fees.
    7. You will receive your official letter of admission and your student card.
    8. First meeting with your thesis director.
    9. Beginning of your courses and research for the professional thesis.
  • Evaluation of training
    • Quizzes attached to articles and each of the courses.
    • 40 scientific articles to discover to enrich your research.
    • More than 200 courses videos available anytime with direct links to millions of articles.
  • THE THESIS

    The most important part of the DBA program : the THESIS. It is a substantial and comprehensive research paper that will consume most of your time and concentration during the program.

    • A research project : 150 pages minimum
    • A problematic to be validated and an innovative topic
    • A online or face-to-face presentation with an expert jury
    • Numerous face-to-face follow-ups

Study trips

During these optional face-to-face seminars, which will take place in Paris or Nice (France) or internationally in Dubai, San Diego, Monaco or Shanghai, students will have the opportunity to meet each other, attend cutting-edge conferences on key business issues, take part in round-table discussions, present their research and meet important business and educational leaders.

The keypoints of the program

5 more reasons to do the DBA EFREI :

  • Become a world expert in your chosen subject.
  • Great diversity of languages thanks to Nestor Ai’s AI (subtitles in all languages in option).
  • AI solution is used to make your search more efficient.
  • Collaboration with research chairs to boost our students’ research through doctoral grants.
  • Online training is a less polluting solution for the environment.

Testimony

Graduated from ESGCI Business School, I have been living in Beijing for over 10 years, where I hold the position of Sales Director for the China/Mongolia region for one of France’s leading high-tech companies. In a context where technology is revolutionizing our lives and industries, the Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) program in Information Systems represents a stimulating challenge. It offers the opportunity to deepen my understanding of the latest technological advances while updating my management skills, so as to position myself as a bridge between the worlds of business and engineering.

What attracted me to this program was its uniqueness : it offers a triple expertise responding pragmatically to the challenges faced by today’s managers, while offering flexibility in courses and research, perfectly suited to my schedule.

 

Brice FLEURI
Director Government Business China and Mongolia – Head of Radar Competence Center China at Thales.

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