upGrad
with Swiss School of Business and Management
Global Doctor of Business Administration (SSBM Geneva)
DoctorateSelf-paced
- Fee
- ₹7.5L
- ₹62.5K/mo EMI
- Duration
- 3 years
- Per week
- 8 hrs
Not rated yet7.9/10
upGrad
Certificate from Golden Gate University
Doctor of Business Administration (Golden Gate University)
DoctorateAdvanced
No ratings yetEdzopp score 7.4/10
- Duration
- 27 months
- Time needed
- 10 hrs a week
- Schedule
- Flexible
- Mode
- Live online
- Experience needed
- 5+ years
- Language
- English
- Next batch
- Ask an advisor
- Certified by
- Global university
Edzopp verdict
7.4
out of 10
A solid option. Its biggest strengths are credential and flexibility. The weak spot is career support, so check that before you pay.
Credential9.4
Value7.1
Flexibility8.6
Career support4.8
Learner rating–
upGrad doesn’t publish learner ratings, so this course gets a neutral learner score: no bonus, no penalty.
How we score coursesWho it’s for
Best for
- Senior professionals who want a doctorate while working
- Managers who want to research a real business problem
- People aiming for consulting, teaching or board roles
Not ideal for
- People wanting a short or low-cost course
- Freshers (not eligible)
About this course
An online DBA from Golden Gate University, San Francisco (WASC accredited), run by upGrad. upGrad lists the fee at ₹10,65,000 with 12-month no-cost EMI and the length as 27 months, with free extensions. You need a bachelor's degree (55%+) with 5 years of full-time work, or a master's degree. An optional 7-day campus immersion in San Francisco costs extra; upGrad doesn't state weekly hours.
Summary written by Edzopp. Always check the provider’s brochure for the final syllabus.
What you’ll learn
- 1Doctoral writing
- 2Quantitative research methods
- 3Qualitative research methods
- 4Concentration courses (finance, data and operations, marketing or leadership)
- 5Dissertation
Skills and tools
Credential and career support
- Certificate issued by
- Golden Gate University (Global university)
- Credential type
- Doctorate
- Career support
- Not included
- Included
- Core curriculum only
- Typical roles after
- Senior leader, Visiting faculty, Consultant
Fees and EMI
Total fee
₹10,65,000
Taxes may apply
12-month EMI
₹88,800
No-cost EMI
24-month EMI
₹44,400
per month
EMI figures are indicative and exclude interest unless marked no-cost. Ask an advisor about current scholarships.
Common questions
Can I do this course while working?
Yes. It needs about 10 hours a week, at your own pace.
Who is eligible?
You need at least 5 years of work experience. The course is pitched at advanced level.
Who issues the certificate?
You receive a doctorate from Golden Gate University, delivered with upGrad.
Is EMI available?
Yes. EMIs start at about ₹44,400 a month, and no-cost EMI is available. An advisor can confirm current offers.
When is the next batch?
upGrad runs batches regularly and doesn’t publish a fixed date. Request a free call and an advisor will confirm the next start date for you.
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