Doctor of Business Administration
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Business Administration is an NQF Level 10, 360-credit doctoral qualification in the Public Administration subfield. It is intended to represent advanced study in business administration and public-sector administration, although the available information does not describe its specific curriculum, research requirements or learning outcomes.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic development in business administration or public administration, particularly those interested in senior-level organisational, administrative or policy-related work. Suitability and admission depend on the requirements set by the authorised provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced professional or academic development related to business and public administration. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, promotion or professional registration, and no specific related careers have been mapped in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced business administration analysis
- Public administration analysis
- Strategic organisational thinking
- Independent research and inquiry
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Business Administration
- SAQA ID
- 74118
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Public Administration
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Request details of the curriculum, research or dissertation requirements, assessment arrangements and any workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 74118, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making financial or enrolment decisions.