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Applications for Admission are considered on the two important grounds of previous relevant academic qualifications and leadership experience of the applicant.
Doctor of Business Administration (MBA)
General Requirements
Applications for Admission are considered on the two important grounds of previous relevant academic qualifications and leadership experience of the applicant.
Programme Duration
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme with thesis runs for a minimum of four semesters and a maximum of six semesters.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission into the DBA programme, applicants must possess a first degree or its equivalent with a minimum of a second-class lower division with a CGPA of 3.00 in a 5-point scale or a PGD in cognate disciplines, as well as an MBA or M.Sc. with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 in a 5-point scale. Practical work experience is an added advantage.
General Requirements
All Applicants for all programmes must also fulfill the matriculation requirements of the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, viz. five O’level credits in relevant subjects, including English and Mathematics (and Economics for courses in the Management Sciences).
Note:
(a) In addition to the conditions in nos. 1-5 above, an applicant for the DBA degree may attend a selection test and/or oral interview. Candidates for DBA shall be required to submit and defend a proposal in their area of interest.
(b) Applicants shall be required to submit online, scanned copies of their academic credentials, and three reference letters addressed to the Director, RSUBS, one of which must be from a lecturer in the candidate’s previous institution, who will attest to the good conduct of the candidate.
(c) Applicants are also required to request their previous institutions to forward the transcript of their highest qualification to the Secretary, RSUBS.