Doctorate of Science Management

Candidate Profile

The DSM program is designed for:

• Academics and aspiring management researchers
• Senior professionals seeking scientifically grounded doctoral credentials
• Management consultants with strong analytical orientation
• Policy analysts and organizational researchers
• Practitioners transitioning into academic or research-focused roles

Why Choose This Program?

• Scientifically grounded doctoral program in management
• Strong emphasis on research rigor and analytical depth
• Clear distinction from practice-based DBA programs
• Flexible self-paced structure suitable for global learners
• Supervision by research-active faculty and scholars
• International accreditation program
• ISO-certified institution
• AI-supported academic learning environment
• Global recognition and degree verification

Program Structure

The DSM program requires completion of 60 credits, typically over approximately 3 years, structured into progressive Doctoral Learning Phases.

The curriculum is composed of:

• Core Scientific and Research Courses (70%) – 42 credits
• Research and Dissertation Pathway (30%) – 18 credits

Doctoral Learning Phase Framework

• Phase 1: Foundations of Management Science
• Phase 2: Advanced Research Design and Analytical Methods
• Phase 3: Theory Development and Empirical Investigation
• Phase 4: Dissertation and Knowledge Contribution

This framework ensures intellectual progression, methodological rigor, and scientific contribution.

Curriculum and Syllabus

Core Scientific and Research Courses (42 Credits)

Credit allocation reflects scientific rigor, methodological depth, and research intensity.

Research and Dissertation Pathway (18 Credits)

• Dissertation Proposal and Defense – 6 credits
• Doctoral Dissertation Research and Writing – 12 credits

The DSM requires completion of a full scientific dissertation, demonstrating original contribution to management science.

Specialization Areas

DSM candidates may focus their research on areas such as:

• Strategic Management And Organizational Theory
• Human Capital And Behavioral Management
• Evidence-Based Management Research
• Management Science And Quantitative Modelling
• Innovation, Technology, And Knowledge Management
• Operations, Quality, And Systems Management
• Supply Chain And Logistics Strategy
• Governance, Policy, And Organizational Model

Specializations will allow candidates to deepen scientific competence in a selected applied fields.

Learning Methodology

• Self-paced doctoral study
• Advanced research seminars and colloquia
• One-on-one supervision by research-active faculty
• Independent empirical and theoretical research
• AI-supported research design, data analysis, and academic writing

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Master’s degree or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrated academic or research capability
• Research proposal or area of interest
• English proficiency suitable for doctoral-level research
• Eligibility for equivalency and RPEL assessment may apply

Admissions Process

• Online doctoral application submission
• Academic portfolio and research proposal review
• Doctoral readiness assessment
• Approval by the Academic Council
• Enrollment and doctoral onboarding

Admissions operate under a Rolling Admission System.

Assessment and Evaluation Method

Assessment is based on:

• Doctoral coursework performance
• Research proposal and milestone evaluations
• Dissertation submission and oral defense
• Peer and examiner review

All assessments adhere to doctoral-level scientific and ethical standards.

Completion Requirements

To be awarded the DSM degree, candidates must:

• Complete all required coursework and credits
• Successfully defend a doctoral dissertation
• Demonstrate original contribution to management science
• Comply with academic integrity and research ethics policies

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the DSM program are prepared for roles such as:

• Professor of Management
• Senior Management Researcher
• Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
• Management Consultant (Expert Level)
• Director of Research and Development (R&D)
• Strategic Planner
• Organizational Development Director
• Policy Analyst
• Academic Dean
• Principal Economist
• Operations Strategy Manager
• Supply Chain Director
• Public Policy Advisor
• Head of Think Tank
• Business Analytics Lead
• Sustainability Strategy Director
• Corporate Governance Consultant
• Innovation Strategist
• Executive Coach
• Postdoctoral Researcher

International Accreditation And Global Recognition

The Doctorate of Science Management at Enigma Business School is internationally accredited by SEAAC (South East Asian Accreditation Council), ICDLA (International Commission for Distance Learning Accreditation), EDLC (European Distance Learning Commission), GABDE (Global Accreditation Board for Distance Education), and IAHRM (International Association of Human Resources Management). All of these institutions are highly respected accreditation bodies in ASEAN, EU and the USA.

Program Notes

The Doctorate of Science Management at Enigma Business School represents a rigorous, research-driven doctoral program that advances management as a scientific discipline and prepares scholars to generate original, evidence-based knowledge with global relevance and practical significance.