Our doctoral program is built on real-world business challenges faced by business professionals like you. Students are supported to design and develop organizational interventions grounded in empirical foundations and data, to subsequently analyze, evaluate, and test the efficacy of those interventions, and communicate the results for scholarly and practical applications.
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Courses and structure
The Hult DBA is a flexible, accelerated 3 year program with a combination of structured online classes and on-campus residencies at our campuses around the world. Our unique educational approach takes you beyond business to study every topic through a global lens, master working cross-culturally, leverage disruptive technologies to shape the future, and develop the deep self-awareness needed to lead effectively and with confidence.
Create new tools for business management
Unearth seminal insights specific to your life and career
Solve real-world problems pertinent to you
Take your skills and mindset right to the top of business education
Gain practical expertise and academic recognition
Advance your career or transition into teaching or consulting
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Testimonials
"My academic journey has hugely enriched my professional endeavors at Hilton. Through collaborations with students and guest lectures, I've had the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. Additionally, my research on employee well-being directly informs my work in talent management and development strategies at Hilton."
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Tobias Schulz
Germany, 2025
"The faculty members are incredibly supportive, and my supervisor is an absolute gem. She not only guides me through the academic rigors but also provides invaluable support and encouragement. Overall, the level of assistance and attention to our needs at Hult is outstanding, making the journey smooth and enjoyable."
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Adetutu Afolabi
Nigeria, 2025
Meet our deans and faculty
Faculty at Hult teach and help students apply tools and theories to solve major, contemporary business problems. The faculty selected to teach the Doctorate in Business Administration are award-winning researchers in both academic- and practitioner-related channels.