
Executive Doctorate in Business Administration
at ESCP Business School
Established: 1819 | Ownership: Private | Accreditation: AACSB
Doctorate
Program Overview
The Executive Doctorate in Business Administration at ESCP Business School is a doctoral-level executive program created for experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, and senior leaders who want to combine academic research with real-world business impact. The program bridges the gap between corporate leadership and academic excellence through applied research, global faculty exposure, and international residential sessions. Participants continue working while pursuing advanced doctoral research in management and business innovation.
Program Duration
Level of Education
• Course Level:
Doctorate
• Stream:
Management
• Specialization:
General Management
Curriculum
- Research Methods: Theory & Practice
- Theory Building in Management Science
- Quantitative Methods
- Applied Econometrics
- Design of Field Research Methods
- Reading Seminar
- Research Creativity & Art Thinking
- Academic Writing for Impact
- AI for Executives & Innovation Strategy
- Research Bootcamps
- Dissertation Development
- Executive Research Portfolio
- Monograph & Case Study Development
- Management of Innovation
- Future of Work & Global Leadership
- AI & Social Media Strategy
- Consumer Behaviour in Digital Economy
- Behavioral Finance & FinTech
- Big Data & Digital Transformation
- Future of Supply Chain Management
- Entrepreneurial Decision-Making
- Sustainability & ESG Strategy
- Accounting in Digital Economy
- Real Estate & Public Policy
Program Fees
Mode of Study
Admission Process
• Eligibility
• Master’s degree / MBA or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience
• At least 3 years in managerial/leadership role
• Strong professional achievements
• English proficiency (IELTS 7 / TOEFL 100 / C1 level)
• Research interest aligned with business or management topics
• Entrance Exams Accepted
• Process
• Initial assessment discussion with admissions team
• Submit online application form
• Upload CV, academic transcripts, SOP & references
• English proficiency submission (if required)
• Admissions committee review
• Online academic interview
• Admission confirmation & fee deposit
• Application Deadline
Not Available
Rankings
# 4 ( As per Financial Times European Business School Ranking 2025 )
# 22 ( As per MBA ranked #8 in Europe and #22 globally by Financial Times 2026 )
# 26 ( As per Master in Finance ranked among the top globally by Financial Times )
# 18 ( As per QS recognized ESCP among the world’s top management schools )
# 4 ( As per Financial Times European Business School Ranking 2025 )
# 22 ( As per MBA ranked #8 in Europe and #22 globally by Financial Times 2026 )
# 26 ( As per Master in Finance ranked among the top globally by Financial Times )
# 18 ( As per QS recognized ESCP among the world’s top management schools )
F.A.Q
The ESCP Executive DBA focuses on applied business research for senior professionals, allowing executives to solve real organizational problems while continuing their careers. Unlike traditional PhD programs, it combines flexible learning, executive seminars, and global business exposure.
Yes. ESCP Business School is triple accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, EFMD) and globally recognized for executive education and doctoral research programs. The degree holds strong international value in academia, consulting, and leadership careers.
Yes. The program is specifically designed for working executives, entrepreneurs, consultants, and senior managers. Its part-time structure and residential learning modules help professionals balance work and doctoral studies efficiently.
Graduates can move into C-suite leadership, global consulting, academic teaching, policy advisory, executive coaching, or thought leadership positions. The program strengthens strategic decision- making and research-driven leadership capabilities globally.
No. ESCP Business School generally does not require GMAT or GRE scores for the Executive DBA program. Admissions are based on leadership experience, academic profile, research potential, and interview performance.
Most participants have 10–16 years of professional experience with strong managerial backgrounds. Many students are CEOs, entrepreneurs, directors, consultants, or senior executives from international organizations.
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