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Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration - Stage One

By Charisma University
Doctor of Philosophy
11 subjects
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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Business Administration represents Charisma University’s highest achievement in education for those individuals who aspire to be executives, civil servants, or entrepreneurs equipped with world-class skills and knowledge to not only survive, but to thrive in a competitive business environment. As such, our program provides the most comprehensive training on various managerial theories and practices, which encompass research methodologies and other related disciplines that are vital to advanced business decision-making. Successful completion of our program may serve as a catalyst for businessmen who desire top executive positions in first-rate multinational companies. 

The program is a fundamentally sound educational opportunity, grounded on its primary aim to further expand the students' appreciation of national and international management issues. The course concentration will help students who desire to perform on the international stage with personal efforts to improve our global society. Consistent with this objective is the aim to inculcate outstanding competence, based on theory and practice, in dealing with administrative conflicts associated with numerous management issues. The program aims to produce business professionals who are well equipped and active in the field of applied business research.
Charisma University founded in March 2011 by Dr. Peter Chris Okpala, Charisma University is a prestigious non-profit private higher education institution based in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Recognized by the Turks and Caicos Islands Ministry of Education and the Higher Education Advisory Board, the university offers a diverse range of degree and certificate programs, both online and on-campus. In 2023, Charisma University expanded its reach by receiving authorization from the Board of Regents to offer post-secondary degree programs in Montana, USA.


Why Charisma University?
Charisma University strives to be one of the most respected distance online learning institutions in the world. Our academic degree programs are unique, stringent, and satisfying. We prepare future business leaders for successful careers without boundaries. Our students depart our university with a breadth of knowledge and an inspiring attitude to lead the students of tomorrow.

Our undergraduate and graduate curricula and faculty provide a whole range of opportunities for bright, dedicated, well-rounded students who earn their way onto our challenging online programs. Our faculty members have an impressive mix of real-world business and teaching experiences, as well as high-powered academic credentials. 

On average, these faculty members have worked as employees or business owners for years. In short, our students’ avenues to academic achievement and career success are virtually boundless, and we offer a full spectrum of degrees online.
Join Our DBA Program:

  • Master’s Degree: Applicants must possess a master’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Professional Experience: A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience is required.
  • Application Materials: Applicants are required to submit a completed application form, an updated resume, and official transcripts from all previously attended institutions.


Monthly Intake
Flexible Start Dates: Our DBA program offers monthly intakes, allowing you to start your studies at a time that best fits your professional and personal schedule. This flexibility ensures that you can begin advancing your career without delay.
What You Will Learn:

  • Undertake scholarly research to devise new strategic management plans for specific corporations, supporting their developmental designs.
  • Conduct impactful lectures or seminars focusing on business resolution and growth strategies for organizations.
  • Provide training in various business disciplines to instill positive changes in managerial attitudes and work ethics.
  • Gain thorough knowledge of scholarly and scientific research methods applicable in business settings.
  • Acquire critical thinking, conceptual, and analytical skills.
  • Grasp both seminal theories and the latest practices in business and public sector management.
  • Obtain intensive knowledge of practice and theory in a chosen field of business or public management.
  • Utilize tools for original applied research advancing knowledge.
  • Appreciate ethical, cultural, and global issues and their impact on business theory and practices.
  • Develop skills for effective decision-making in complex environments by integrating practical knowledge with theoretical insights.
  • Cultivate enhanced skills in research, teaching, entrepreneurship, managerial, and strategic knowledge in business.
  • Examine formal organizations, determining strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for accurate business decisions and recommendations.
  • Cultivate visionary thoughts in managing change within a dynamic business environment.
Doctoral graduates are highly skilled specialists with expertise in their respective fields. They can pursue diverse career paths, including academia, advanced research, and professional consulting, contributing to innovation, policy development, and industry advancements.


University Overview

Charisma University founded in March 2011 by Dr. Peter Chris Okpala, Charisma University is a prestigious non-profit private higher education institution based in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Recognized by the Turks and Caicos Islands Ministry of Education and the Higher Education Advisory Board, the university offers a diverse range of degree and certificate programs, both online and on-campus. In 2023, Charisma University expanded its reach by receiving authorization from the Board of Regents to offer post-secondary degree programs in Montana, USA.


Why Charisma University?
Charisma University strives to be one of the most respected distance online learning institutions in the world. Our academic degree programs are unique, stringent, and satisfying. We prepare future business leaders for successful careers without boundaries. Our students depart our university with a breadth of knowledge and an inspiring attitude to lead the students of tomorrow.

Our undergraduate and graduate curricula and faculty provide a whole range of opportunities for bright, dedicated, well-rounded students who earn their way onto our challenging online programs. Our faculty members have an impressive mix of real-world business and teaching experiences, as well as high-powered academic credentials. 

On average, these faculty members have worked as employees or business owners for years. In short, our students’ avenues to academic achievement and career success are virtually boundless, and we offer a full spectrum of degrees online.

Entry Requirements

Join Our DBA Program:

  • Master’s Degree: Applicants must possess a master’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Professional Experience: A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience is required.
  • Application Materials: Applicants are required to submit a completed application form, an updated resume, and official transcripts from all previously attended institutions.


Monthly Intake
Flexible Start Dates: Our DBA program offers monthly intakes, allowing you to start your studies at a time that best fits your professional and personal schedule. This flexibility ensures that you can begin advancing your career without delay.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn:

  • Undertake scholarly research to devise new strategic management plans for specific corporations, supporting their developmental designs.
  • Conduct impactful lectures or seminars focusing on business resolution and growth strategies for organizations.
  • Provide training in various business disciplines to instill positive changes in managerial attitudes and work ethics.
  • Gain thorough knowledge of scholarly and scientific research methods applicable in business settings.
  • Acquire critical thinking, conceptual, and analytical skills.
  • Grasp both seminal theories and the latest practices in business and public sector management.
  • Obtain intensive knowledge of practice and theory in a chosen field of business or public management.
  • Utilize tools for original applied research advancing knowledge.
  • Appreciate ethical, cultural, and global issues and their impact on business theory and practices.
  • Develop skills for effective decision-making in complex environments by integrating practical knowledge with theoretical insights.
  • Cultivate enhanced skills in research, teaching, entrepreneurship, managerial, and strategic knowledge in business.
  • Examine formal organizations, determining strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for accurate business decisions and recommendations.
  • Cultivate visionary thoughts in managing change within a dynamic business environment.

Career Opportunity

Doctoral graduates are highly skilled specialists with expertise in their respective fields. They can pursue diverse career paths, including academia, advanced research, and professional consulting, contributing to innovation, policy development, and industry advancements.