The University of Lagos Business School (ULBS) is pleased to invite applications from highly qualified professionals for its distinguished Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Crafted for experienced executives and senior professionals, the DBA programme bridges advanced academic research with real-world business leadership. It is designed to deepen professional expertise, enhance applied research capability, and contribute meaningfully to national development and organizational transformation.
What Makes the ULBS DBA Programme Unique?
The ULBS DBA offers a rigorous and intellectually stimulating environment where practical experience meets academic excellence. Participants are empowered to tackle complex business and management challenges through research-driven insights while developing the capacity to lead with impact.
Awarded Degree: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Programme Objectives
This world-class programme aims to:
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Foster collaborative learning among senior professionals, guided by seasoned academics and scholar-practitioners.
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Strengthen participants’ ability to develop and apply business theories in solving real-life organizational issues.
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Promote innovative, applied research that drives practical solutions for today’s evolving global business environment.
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Equip candidates with strategic leadership competencies that extend well beyond the workplace and endure throughout their careers.
Specialization Tracks
Participants may choose to specialize in one of the following high-impact areas:
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Management and Leadership
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Finance
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Entrepreneurship
Who Should Apply?
Prospective candidates must possess:
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A Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a relevant Master’s degree in fields such as Management, Accounting, Marketing, Finance, HRM, Actuarial Science, or Risk Management from a recognized institution, with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
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A minimum of 10 years of industry experience, currently holding a senior management or executive role.
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A well-articulated research proposal in their chosen area of specialization, which includes:
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Statement of the Problem
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Objectives
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Literature Review
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Methodology
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All applicants will be required to successfully defend their proposal before admission.
Programme Duration
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Minimum Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
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Maximum Duration: 5 years (10 semesters)
Important Dates
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Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025
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Selection Interview: Tuesday, August 19 – Thursday, August 21, 2025
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Programme Commencement: Monday, September 8, 2025
Application Portal
To apply, visit the official ULBS website: 👉 www.ulbs.unilag.edu.ng
Need More Information?
Please contact:
📍 ULBS Office
3rd Floor, UNILAG Alumni Jubilee House, University of Lagos, Akoka
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Hotlines:
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Mrs. A. Akinyeye (ULBS Administrative Secretary): +2347051174444, +2347055960077
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Dr. Simeon E. Ifere (Director, DBA Programme): +2348033144937
Take the Lead in Transformational Business Leadership
The ULBS DBA programme is more than a degree — it is a journey of impact, influence, and innovation. Whether you aim to drive strategic change, lead cutting-edge research, or shape policy and practice in your field, this programme offers the academic rigor and professional depth to elevate your leadership to new heights.
Apply now and become a force of transformative change in today’s global business landscape.
