Doctoral Program
- PhD - Aldersgate College
- DBA - Aldersgate College
PhD from Aldersgate College, Ireland & Philippines
Overview
Aldersgate PhD study is expected to take a minimum of four years. The first year of the program consists of intensive formal course work that prepares the student for his own research. Upon completion of the course work, an individual student research thesis program is assigned based on approved topics in the field of study and in-line with the priorities of the University. As a part of the program requirements, participants publish their research in an international refereed journal.
Entry Requirements
On entry you must have the following:-
- 10 years work experience with 5 years or more in managerial level with relevant Masters degree - either an MBA or an MSc in their respective fields of study
- If English is not your first language and if you have not studied in English for your Masters degree, you must also provide evidence of competence in English language in the form of an IELTS/TOEFL score.
Research Proposal
Modules
Stage 1 - Introduction to PhD Research
Module one considers some of the more practical fundamentals of PhD research.
This module is divided into four units:
- Introduction
- Unit One: Introduction to PhD Research
- Unit Two: Bibliographic Sources for PhD Research
- Unit Three: The Ethics of Social Research
- Unit Four: Writing for Social Scientists
- References and Reading
Stage 2 - Quantitative Methods and Analysis
The overall aim of this module is to introduce candidates to the techniques of quantitative research and to discuss issues relating to quantitative research design, implementation, and quantitative data analysis.
- Introduction
- Unit One: Quantitative Research Design
- Unit Two: The Secondary Analysis of Quantitative Data
- Unit Three: Quantitative Data Analysis
- References and Reading
- Datasets
Stage 3 - Qualitative Methods and Analysis
The aim of this module is to provide a thorough introduction to all aspects of qualitative research. Throughout the module we have endeavoured to offer practical examples of how the techniques are used in actual research projects.
- Introduction
- Unit One: Approaching Qualitative Research
- Unit Two: Exploring and Presenting Qualitative Data
- References and Reading
Stage 4 - Final Dissertation submission with viva. (Min word limit of 60,000 words)
Award Conditions
Full Award: The PhD will be awarded when you have successfully passed all components.
Duration & Delivery Methods
Duration: The programme is designed to be delivered over four academic years for full-time, but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time learning.
Delivery Method: You will receive online support, including lectures, group discussions in seminars and tutorials for Stages 1 & 2. With stage 3 & 4 only involving supervision of dissertation and thesis defence (viva).
Academic Progression
The PhD is considered as the epitome of academic qualifications with graduates assuming ever more senior roles in corporations and governments.
DBA from Aldersgate College, Ireland & Philippines
Overview
The Aldersgate DBA,is a unique model that blends an MBA incorporated stage within its research based management program aimed at enhancing the candidate's managerial capacity to make a significant, original contribution to business practice for those who are unable to qualify direct for a research based PhD. The program is one of the largest and most prestigious in Asia, attracting participants from across the Globe.
Entry Requirements
On entry you must have the following:
- 10 years work experience with 5 years or more in managerial level with relevant Masters degree - either an MBA or an MSc in business and management subject(s).
- If English is not your first language and if you have not studied in English for your Masters degree, you must also provide evidence of competence in English language in the form of an IELTS/TOEFL score.
Modules
- Stage 1 – DBA Preparatory stage(45 units-MBA) & (20 units-Thesis Seminar)
- Stage 2 - Thesis component (12 units). There is no formal syllabus for the thesis component with candidates proceeding with an approved program of supervised research study.
- Stage 3 - Final Thesis submission with viva
Award Conditions
Full Award: The DBA will be awarded when you have successfully passed all components.
Duration & Delivery Methods
Duration: The programme is designed to be delivered over three academic years for full-time, but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time learning.
Delivery Method: You will receive face-to-face teaching, including lectures, group discussions in seminars and tutorials for Stages 1 & 2. With stage 3 only involving supervision of dissertation and thesis defence (viva).
Academic Progression
The DBA is emerging globally as the pinnacle in business qualifications with graduates assuming ever more senior roles in corporations and governments.