DBA

Business Administration

Learn more about studying Business Administration as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Doctorate
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Program
    Blended learning
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    10,900EUR
  • Start date
    Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep

Program overview

What Ascencia Valencia says about their program:

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is designed for experienced professionals seeking the highest level of expertise in business leadership and applied research. Across three years, candidates undertake progressive Spanish language training. The programme integrates advanced doctoral studies with the development of a doctoral thesis, focusing on research methods, critical thinking, scholarly writing, and the philosophical foundations of inquiry, ensuring rigorous preparation for leadership and scholarly contributions at the highest levels.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Applicants to bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma. This diploma must be eligible to access further academic studies in the country where it has been obtained.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Application is open to holders of a B.A., B.S., or a higher degree, in any field of study.
  • Your undergraduate record must be of good quality, with a minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent, for all undergraduate studies.

English proficiency

  • TOEFL

    78

  • IELTS

    6

  • TOEIC

    750

Documents required

  • Academic transcripts
  • CV
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose
  • Passport identification page
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
  • Proof of language proficiency
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Diploma tuition

    €‎8,000 per program

  • MBA tuition

    €‎12,000 per program

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What is the cost of living near Ascencia Valencia?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Spain-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€907
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€710
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€133
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€29
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€16
Monthly public transport pass€30
Monthly grocery basket€250
Coffee shop drink€2
Cinema or cultural event ticket€9
Gym membership€41

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Ascencia Valencia

Many international students will require a visa to study in Spain, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Spain student visa requirements