The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Programme is committed to deepening the integration of business management and practice in the Greater Bay Area and nurturing top management talents with global vision and local wisdom to serve Macao and the country's development.
The programme goals are:
Management Theory Integration: Master advanced management concepts aligned with China's economic priorities and national development initiatives.
Cross-Cultural Bridge-Building: Leverage Macao's position connecting China and Portuguese-speaking countries to advance economic integration.
Digital Transformation Leadership: Understand technologies' impact on business, leading initiatives aligned with China's digitalization strategies.
Collaborative Innovation: Master interdisciplinary problem-solving through industry-academia collaboration supporting China's innovation-driven development.
Applied Scientific Research: Develop rigorous research capabilities addressing critical business challenges supporting Greater Bay Area development.
Sustainable Leadership: Integrate ecological civilization and ethics into research, creating business models aligned with China's green development.
Agile Strategic Management: Develop decision-making capabilities for uncertain environments while maintaining alignment with China's strategic objectives.
Inclusive Leadership: Cultivate appreciation for diverse perspectives, leveraging diversity for enhanced innovation across China's business ecosystem.
Learning Approach: Applied Research Focus
Our DBA programme combines theoretical depth with practical application through:
Research-Centered Methodology: Balancing theoretical rigor with practical application in addressing Greater Bay Area management challenges.
Case-Based Learning & Expert Seminars: Analyzing real business scenarios with insights from industry leaders and policy experts.
Advanced Research Workshops: Hands-on training in research methodologies with specialized software applications.
Collaborative Industry Investigations: Multi-disciplinary projects addressing complex challenges in China-Portuguese economic integration.
Original Dissertation: Producing meaningful research contributing to both management knowledge and China's strategic economic priorities.
DBA Career Pathways
The Doctor of Business Administration programme prepares experienced professionals for significant career advancement, with our graduates typically excelling in:
Private Service Sector Leadership: Graduates advance to senior executive positions in financial services, technology firms, hospitality enterprises, and other industries, spearheading strategic initiatives across the Greater Bay Area ecosystem.
Research & Policy Institutes: Many secure influential roles in government-affiliated or independent policy organizations, where they shape economic integration strategies and sustainable development frameworks.
Strategic Consulting Leadership: Our graduates have established specialized consulting practices addressing complex business challenges related for example to digital transformation, cross-border business development, and China-Portuguese market integration.
Industry Association Direction: DBA holders frequently assume leadership of industry associations or chambers of commerce, where they facilitate strategic dialogue between public and private sectors to enhance regional economic collaboration.
Study Plan
| Modules | Type | Credits |
Management Philosophy | Compulsory | 3 |
Traditional Chinese Culture and Management | Compulsory | 3 |
Research Method | Compulsory | 3 |
Econometrics | Compulsory | 3 |
Literature Review | Compulsory | 6 |
Contemporary Topics in Management | Compulsory | 3 |
Contemporary Topics in Economics | Compulsory | 3 |
Research Analysis and Planning | Compulsory | 2 |
Business Studies | Compulsory | 2 |
| Report on Special Topics | Compulsory | 4 |
| Dissertation | Compulsory | 8 |
Admission criteria for DBA programme
Minimum of a master’s degree certified by the Ministry of Education.
Minimum of five years of work experience.
Applicants with at least five years in senior management position at commercial enterprises are given priority.
Applicants with high proficiency in English are given priority.
Applicants with strong professional or social influence in the industries are given priority.