DBA Making an Application

ATU is accepting applications for the Doctorate of Business Administration. For details on how to apply, please see below.

Entry Requirements  

To join our DBA, it's essential to demonstrate not just your academic aptitude but also the resilience, determination, and unwavering dedication required for self-directed study. You'll engage in a conversation with our programme academics, where you can delve into the programme's prerequisites and explore how it can address specific challenges or opportunities within your organization through your research.  

To be considered for this programme, you must:  

  • hold a Masters degree in a Business related area or equivalent;   
  • have a minimum five years professional experience at managerial level;  

To apply you will need to submit the following documentation:  

  • completed DBA application form   
  • curriculum vitae (max 3 pages);  
  • DBA research proposal;  
  • supporting evidence of the qualifications achieved.  
  • two letters of reference (one academic and one industry – where possible);  
  • evidence of English language proficiency (if required).  

Recognition of Prior Learning 

Learning happens everywhere, not only through formal education, but also through experience in work, volunteering, and involvement in sporting or community groups. ATU recognises this learning and gives it value through a process called Recognition of Prior Learning, or RPL. For further details, please click here.  

Fees & Funding   

The fees per annum are €7,000 (years 1 - 4).

For students who are self-funding, ATU has a variety of flexible payment options that include payment per semester or by instalment. Funding supports may be available depending on industry sector. 

 If your employer is partially or fully funding your course, you can organise payment with your employer through the ATU Admissions Office.  

 As ATU is listed by the Irish Revenue as an Approved Institution, DBA students are eligible to claim tax relief at the standard rate for tuition fees. In order to determine eligibility please refer to the Revenue website. 

Please contact our Executive Education Coordinator to discuss fees and payment options.

How to apply?   

Please Register your Interest in the DBA and our Executive Education Coordinator will be in contact with you. 

Here is our DBA application form.