The Hult DBA: Crafting the Perfect Research Proposal

Join us for an interactive session on the Hult Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program. Explore the curriculum, refine your research ideas, and learn how to craft a compelling proposal for admission.

Led by Professor Priyanka Srivastava, PhD—Associate Dean of the DBA program and member of the Research Advancement Program—this session offers practical guidance on selecting a strong research topic and structuring an effective DBA proposal.

Thursday, November 20, 2025

2pm

1 hour

GMT (London time)

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What to Expect

About the session:

Hult’s Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program equips professionals to drive real-world impact through research.

In this one-hour session, you’ll learn best practices for defining a problem of practice that aligns with your expertise, and discover how to structure a strong, actionable research proposal.

Dr. Kate Abraham will also share common pitfalls to avoid in the proposal process, helping you set a clear direction, refine your methodology, and position your study for success.

Professor

Priyanka Shrivastava

Dr. Priyanka Shrivastava teaches postgraduate programs at Hult International Business School in San Francisco. With over a decade of experience in marketing, consulting, and data analytics, she blends academic rigor with real-world application. Her research focuses on digital co-creation, social media, and customer relationship management, supported by deep expertise in statistical tools such as SAS, STATA, R, SEM, and SPSS.