Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
(Earn a DBA from IPAG Business School (AACSB-accredited) and a certificate from XLRI Jamshedpur)

Program Overview
Introducing the IPAG Doctorate Degree with XLRI Certificate The IPAG Doctorate Degree with XLRI Certificate is more than just a doctorate; it is a transformative leadership journey for senior professionals seeking to translate research into real-world impact. Unlike traditional executive programmes, this DBA lets you build and choose your own specialisation, guided by immersive research seminars that help you define and refine the topic you want to explore. This approach ensures your research is directly aligned with your career ambitions and focused on solving the challenges you are most passionate about. Graduates of the IPAG Doctor of Business Administration are prepared to excel across both industry and academia, leveraging the “Dr.” title to command authority, shape organisational strategy, and drive transformative leadership at the highest levels.
Who is this Program for?
- Mid- to Senior-Career Professionals
- Senior Professionals and Industry Veterans
Program Highlights - Doctor of Business Administration
- A world-class doctoral degree designed for India’s next generation of thought leaders.
- Earn a DBA from IPAG Business School (AACSB-accredited) and a certificate from XLRI Jamshedpur.
- Faculty-led research seminars help you choose a specialisation perfectly aligned with your thesis focus
- For visionary leaders aiming to earn a prestigious doctorate, expand global impact, and solve real-world challenges.
- Lifelong alumni status with access to two elite alumni networks, along with exclusive alumni benefits
- Learn on campus through three 5-day XLRI immersions and an optional IPAG Paris/Nice immersion.
- Live online sessions led by distinguished XLRI and IPAG faculty.
Fee Structure
Academic Fees: INR 13,20000 + GST
Learning Pedagogy
- Engage in real-time interactions with professors and peers.
- Get instant feedback and resolve queries during sessions.
- Participate in case discussions, simulations, role plays, and live
problem-solving. - Build authentic connections with world-class faculty.
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