TURN YEARS OF EXPERIENCE INTO A PRESTIGIOUS DBA

Complete Your DBA in 12 Months via *RPL

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Your experience deserves a Doctorate.

With the DBA via RPL, transform your years of business leadership into a globally recognized qualification.

Exclusively delivered by TIMES Global Education
Degree awarded by EIU–Paris (QS 5-Star | ACBSP Accredited)

Perfect for busy business owners, senior executives, and start-up founders ready to move to the next level.

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Exclusively delivered by TIMES Global Education

Degree Awarded by European International University (EIU–Paris)
a QS 5-Star rated university, with programmatic accreditation from ACBSP (USA).

INTRODUCTION

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a prestigious, accelerated doctoral route tailored for highly experienced senior managers, executives, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Delivered exclusively by TIMES Global Education, this pathway formally recognises your professional expertise, career achievements and leadership contributions, converting relevant workplace learning, executive practice and professional development into academic credit so you don’t repeat what you have already mastered.

This evidence-based RPL route combines a careful assessment of prior learning (portfolio review and assessed outputs) with targeted one-on-one research supervision, enabling eligible candidates to complete their DBA in as little as 12 months. On successful completion you will be awarded the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) by European International University (EIU–Paris).

Purpose of RPL
TIMES Global Education and EIU–Paris introduced the RPL route to widen access to higher education and to recognise learning gained outside formal classrooms - including workplace experience, professional training and informal learning. RPL promotes lifelong learning by validating outcomes from employment, volunteering and continuing professional development so those outcomes can count toward formal qualifications.

Key Benefits

• Fast-track completion by recognising formal, non-formal and informal learning.

• Evidence-based assessment tailored for senior professionals (portfolio, interview, research outputs).

• Focused doctoral supervision and research competency support to ensure academic rigour.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Entry into the DBA via RPL requires a minimum of 20 years of relevant working experience, demonstrating senior-level responsibilities, leadership capacity, and substantial professional accomplishments.

Applicants are also expected to provide supporting evidence of their career achievements and prior learning (such as CV, references, certifications, or training records) and demonstrate the ability to communicate ideas effectively for professional and research purposes.

Why Choose TIMES’ DBA via RPL?

• Complete your DBA in just 12 months via RPL.

• 1-to-1 mentorship with an experienced Research Supervisor.

• Globally recognised degree from EIU–Paris, QS 5-Star rated and ACBSP-accredited.

• Write your DBA Dissertation in English, Chinese, Vietnamese, or Bahasa Indonesia.

• Accelerated pathway that recognises your managerial and leadership expertise.

The Importance of a Doctorate Qualification

In today’s competitive world, holding a Doctor of Business Administration is not just an academic achievement—it is a mark of professional distinction. A DBA:

• Demonstrates your expertise in applying research to solve complex business challenges.

• Enhances your credibility, influence, and leadership profile.

• Positions you as a thought leader capable of driving organizational transformation.

• Expands your professional and academic opportunities globally.

DBA Admission via RPL Pathway

Students who are admitted into the DBA degree program through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway will have their qualifications and professional experiences assessed by our RPL Evaluation Committee. Based on the assessment, the committee may grant exemptions from some or all of the following courses:

• Strategic Decision-Making for Business Growth

• Human Capital Development & Organizational Transformation

• Leadership for Organizational Success & Growth

• Ethics, Corporate Responsibility & Sustainable Business Models

• Practical Financial Strategies for Managers

In addition, all DBA candidates are required to attend a 5-day Doctorate Research Competency Workshop, which provides essential research knowledge, skills, and methodologies to enable them to successfully complete their doctoral studies.

Step-by-Step RPL & DBA Completion Process

Step 1 – Eligibility Check

• Minimum 20 years of relevant working experience in managerial or supervisory roles.Provide your CV and supporting documents (employment letters, references, portfolio).
  

Step 2 – RPL Evaluation & Documentation

• Complete the RPL Evaluation Form. Submit evidence of professional achievements: training records, certifications, project reports.
  

Step 3 – Experience Mapping to Academic Outcomes

• Assessors evaluate your work experience against the DBA program learning outcomes.Relevant professional knowledge and skills are credited toward degree requirements.
  

Step 4 – Individual Learning Plan (ILP)

• Receive a personalised study plan for any remaining coursework.Includes timelines for assignments, readings, and workshop classes attendance.
  

Step 5 – Completion of Doctoral Research

Structured Self-Learning + One-to-One Supervisor Guidance:

• Structured Self-Learning
  Study anytime and anywhere through structured self-learning resources that support independent study, including curated research training materials, templates, and guided references to help you produce effective and high-quality research papers.

• One-to-One Supervisor Guidance
  Throughout your doctoral journey, you will also receive continuous 1-to-1 guidance and personalized mentorship from qualified and experienced Research Supervisors to support your research success.

Step 6 – Final Assessment & Degree Award

• Complete applied research and successfully defend your dissertation.

• Receive the DBA degree from EIU–Paris.

Additional Program Policy

After the standard 12-month supervision cycle, a Research Supervisor Fee of USD 600 applies for continued supervision and academic mentorship, covering an additional 12 months of research support.

Tuition Fee & Incidental Expenses

OUR PARTNER UNIVERSITY

EIU-Paris – A QS Rated 5 Star University

We are excited to share that our esteemed partner, European International University (EIU-Paris), has recently been awarded a prestigious 5-star rating by the QS university rating system. This significant accomplishment underscores EIU-Paris's steadfast commitment to academic excellence and student success.

As we continue our collaboration with EIU-Paris to offer innovative and high-quality educational programs, this recognition further reinforces our dedication to providing our students with unparalleled learning opportunities.

Legalization of your degree by the French government

Your DBA degree from European International University (EIU-Paris) can be authorized by the French government and then validated by your country's embassy in Paris. This validation process, called legalization, confirms the authenticity of your EIU-Paris degree, allowing it to be recognized as legally valid in other countries.

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