A doctorate degree is not only a diploma, but also an academic experience that has reached a certain level of depth, breadth and rigor. This experience requires not only a deep knowledge base in a particular field, but also the ability to think independently, think critically, and conduct innovative research. The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program jointly developed by the Academy of Social Sciences and the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) provides a rare opportunity for many scholars who are interested in in-depth research in the field of business administration. This collaborative project not only combines the strengths of China and the West in social science research, but also provides an international academic platform for scholars to conduct more comprehensive and in-depth research in the field of business administration from a global perspective.
In the process of pursuing a Ph.D., scholars not only need to master a lot of theoretical knowledge, but also need to carry out a series of practical work such as field investigation, data analysis and case studies. These experiences not only enable scholars to better understand and master the core concepts and methods of business administration, but also develop their practical skills and problem-solving skills.
The learning process of a doctorate is also a process of constantly challenging oneself and surpassing oneself. In the process of academic research, scholars need to constantly question their own opinions, constantly overturn and reconstruct their own knowledge system. This experience not only provides scholars with a deeper understanding of the complexities of the field of business administration, but also develops their critical thinking and innovation skills.
Of course, pursuing a PhD is not an easy task. It requires a lot of time and effort from academics, and even requires them to give up some of their personal interests and hobbies. However, it is this difficult experience that makes a PhD a unique honor and achievement.
After deciding to pursue a PhD, we approached the Academy of Social Sciences and the Singapore University of Social Sciences for a PhD in Business Administration.
The global economy is experiencing tremendous uncertainty and challenges brought about by technological progress and innovation, political and demographic changes. In the face of an increasingly complex external competitive environment, enterprise leaders and managers need to have excellent strategic thinking and global insight, and lead the innovation and development of enterprises with a scientific spirit and a rigorous and pragmatic attitude.
The University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and Singapore's New Leap University of Social Sciences jointly launched the "Doctoral Program in Global Strategic Leadership", which aims to integrate the academic advantages and faculty of the two universities, and through a highly practical, creative and applied curriculum system, it is committed to enabling students to form a logical and structured thinking mode, deeply grasp industry knowledge and advanced research methods, improve students' qualitative and quantitative analysis skills, and enhance their global vision. Leadership and competence enable them to investigate complex management problems and propose solutions to lead the company to stand out in the global business market.
University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
Formerly known as the Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, it was established in 1978 and is one of the earliest graduate schools in China.
It is affiliated to the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, the highest academic institution and comprehensive research center for Chinese philosophy and social science research.
The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences has six university departments, and its research scope covers the main disciplines of philosophy and social sciences.
The University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (UCSS) is a research university that cultivates top-notch talents in the humanities and social sciences, with 16 first-level doctoral degree disciplines, 115 doctoral degree second-level disciplines, and 757 doctoral supervisors.
新加坡社科大学（Singapore University of Social Sciences）
Formerly known as Singapore Institute of Management, it is a higher education institution with a mission to nurture high-quality management talents.
It is one of the six statutory public universities under the jurisdiction of the Higher Education Commission of the Ministry of Education, and is a pioneer in applied education and lifelong learning for higher education institutions in Singapore.
It has five faculties, including the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Business, the Faculty of Law, and the Faculty of Science and Technology, and is committed to cultivating innovative talents.
Advocate the core teaching concept of "Head, Heart, and Habit". We promote lifelong learning and cultivate future-oriented human resources with both professional and social awareness.
Both the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and the Singapore University of Social Sciences have strong faculty and abundant teaching resources. The professors at both universities are not only well-known in the academic world, but also have a wealth of practical experience in business. In addition, the program provides students with world-class learning resources such as libraries and laboratories, as well as face-to-face opportunities with top experts in the industry.
The Doctor of Business Administration program has a strong faculty that provides students with a wealth of resources and opportunities to succeed in the business world. The academic atmosphere and learning environment of the Academy of Social Sciences and the Singapore University of Social Sciences are also very different. The CASSS has a stronger academic atmosphere, focusing on academic research and innovation, while the Singapore University of Social Sciences has a greater focus on business practices and market demand.
In the Academy of Social Sciences, students can enjoy a wealth of academic resources and research opportunities, and have the opportunity to participate in various academic research projects, explore unknown areas with their supervisors and classmates, and stimulate innovative thinking. At the same time, the Academy of Social Sciences also pays attention to cultivating students' critical thinking and independent thinking skills, encourages students to put forward their own opinions and ideas, and cultivates their innovative spirit.
In contrast, the learning environment at the Singapore University of Social Sciences is more open and diverse, with a focus on developing students' cross-cultural communication and teamwork skills. Here, students can get in touch with students and teachers from different countries and regions, learn about business practices and management concepts in different cultural backgrounds, and broaden their horizons and thinking. At the same time, the Singapore University of Social Sciences also focuses on cultivating students' leadership and innovative thinking, providing students with a variety of practical opportunities to help them turn what they have learned into practical abilities.
The MBA Doctor of Business Administration program at the Singapore University of Social Sciences of the Academy of Social Sciences has a total of 8 major courses, taught in Chinese, and students who have passed all course assessments and doctoral qualification examinations can enter the thesis writing session. Upon completion of 120 credits, students will be awarded a Doctor of Business Administration degree from the Singapore University of Social Sciences.
The program recruits 25 people per session, and graduates in 3 years at the earliest, and the longest is 7 years.
What can studying for a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) give us?
As an entrepreneur or core decision-maker, in the process of business operation and strategy summary, every step needs to use management thinking and decision-making thinking to coordinate the overall situation.
The Doctor of Business Administration degree program can help you reorganize your decades of work experience, break out of the previous inertial thinking circle, classify knowledge and experience, upgrade fragmented thinking into systematic thinking, and finally form a set of management models that keep pace with the times.
Of course, in addition to this, DBA can also bring you other benefits, such as:
1. Knowledge upgrading. Compared with MBA/EMBA, DBA's learning is more systematic, more complete, and more practice-oriented, and at the same time, it is systematically logically related and upgraded to MBA/EMBA knowledge.
2. The field of vision pattern is improved. Reading a DBA can help you improve your vision, let you look at challenges and opportunities, cooperation and competition from a global perspective, and also help your business form a qualitative transformation.
3. Enhance corporate image. The number of doctors in China is less than one million, and the doctoral rate is less than 7 per 10,000, which is far lower than the level of mainstream developed countries. Therefore, PhDs are still a scarce talent in China, and the title of PhD is even more rare for Chinese entrepreneurs. Therefore, when you study DBA, you can effectively improve your corporate image. At the same time, when you have the title of doctor, you will be more convincing in speaking and acting.
The Doctor of Business Administration degree jointly created by the Academy of Social Sciences and the Singapore University of Social Sciences is not only a shining diploma, but also a unique experience in life. It symbolizes the perfect combination of academia and practice, like a bridge, connecting the temple of knowledge with the battlefield of business. In this process, we are not only the pursuers of knowledge, but also the pioneers of practice, constantly exploring and challenging ourselves, integrating the essence of academia into the practice of business, so that theory and practice can reflect each other, and jointly achieve a brilliant life journey.