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 advanced doctoral qualification in business administration. It is positioned at NQF level 10, carries 480 credits, and falls within the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. The qualification is associated with the University of Witwatersrand as its originator.
Who might consider this qualification?
People considering the highest level of academic study in business administration, particularly those interested in the relationship between business administration and finance, economics or accounting. This is general guidance rather than an admission recommendation.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support further development for advanced business administration, analytical or research-oriented work. No specific related careers are identified in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Business Administration
- SAQA ID
- 96510
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires current-status verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised to provide the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and selection procedures.
- Ask the provider for the current assessment, research and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96510, NQF level, credit value and delivery arrangements in the current provider documentation.