Executive DBA

Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership

A doctoral programme for senior leaders who must turn their hard-won judgment into research the field can use.

€4 990 · €416/month

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Business & Management

At a glance

Credential
Executive DBA
Faculty
Business & Management
Duration
24–36 months
Format
Online, English
Next intake
January
Tuition
€4 990

About this programme

Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership

Ready to Lead the Future? Apply now to our Executive DBA in Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership. The application takes only a few minutes.

Why choose this programme

  1. 01

    Global Cohort Join an international community of leaders from over 50 countries and diverse industries

  2. 02

    Expert Faculty Learn from international scholars and industry experts who bridge academic theory and real-world practice

  3. 03

    Applied Research Impact Doctoral research focused on real organizational, digital, and innovation challenges.

What you'll learn

On graduation, you will be able to:

  • Conduct rigorous research grounded in executive practice.

  • Develop and defend an original thesis contribution.

  • Translate executive judgment into the language of the field.

  • Earn the post-nominal letters and the credibility they confer.

Career horizons

Where alumni land.

  • Senior Executive
  • Board Director
  • Founder & CEO
  • Senior Consultant
  • Adjunct Faculty

Curriculum

6 modules across 24–36 months.

Asynchronous-first delivery. Each module opens with a live cohort seminar, followed by structured study, an applied assignment, and faculty feedback.

  1. 01

    Foundations of Digital Transformation

    Build a strong understanding of digital transformation concepts, technologies, and their strategic impact on modern organizations.

  2. 02

    Strategic Innovation Leadership

    Develop leadership capabilities to drive innovation, manage complexity, and lead strategic change in dynamic business environments.

  3. 03

    Data-Driven Strategy and Decision Making

    Leverage data, analytics, and insights to support evidence-based strategic decisions and competitive advantage.

  4. 04

    Organizational Change & Transformation Management

    Master frameworks and tools to effectively lead organizational change and sustain transformation initiatives.

  5. 05

    Research Methodologies for Business Impact

    Apply rigorous research methods to analyze real-world business challenges and generate actionable, practice-oriented insights.

  6. 06

    Innovation Governance and Global Trends

    Examine governance models, ethical considerations, and global trends shaping innovation and digital leadership worldwide.

Admission

What we look for.

Admission to the Executive DBA is reviewed by a faculty panel. Decisions are returned within fourteen days of a complete application.

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You will need

  • 01Master's degree from an accredited institution.
  • 02Significant senior leadership experience.
  • 03Research proposal and statement of intent.
  • 04Two academic or professional references.

To complete

  • 01Coursework on research methods and the literature.
  • 02Original thesis — typically 60,000–80,000 words.
  • 03Public oral defence before a doctoral panel.

Tuition

One programme. One transparent fee.

Includes coursework, faculty supervision, examinations and the accredited credential.

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Programme tuition

€4 990

Or €416/month over 12 months — no interest.

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What it covers

  • Full programme curriculum and asynchronous content
  • Live cohort seminars and faculty office hours
  • Personal academic supervisor
  • Examinations and the accredited credential
  • Apostille-eligible degree (Hague Convention)
  • PMU Alumni Network & Career Hub access

Tuition shown in euros. EU VAT may apply depending on the candidate's country of residence. All major cards, SEPA and PayPal accepted.

Frequently asked

Questions worth answering.

Is this programme genuinely 100% online?
Yes. The Executive DBA is delivered fully online, asynchronous-first, with live cohort sessions punctuating each module.
What credential is awarded?
On successful completion, candidates are awarded the Executive DBA — Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership by Paris Metropolitan University. The credential bears the institutional seal.
How much time should I commit each week?
A working baseline of eight to ten hours per week. The programme is paced for adults in role.
Are there prerequisites?
Master's degree from an accredited institution. Significant senior leadership experience. Research proposal and statement of intent. Two academic or professional references.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Need-based fee remission is available; speak to admissions before applying so we can discuss the right path for your circumstances.
Can I defer my admission?
Admitted candidates may defer once to a subsequent intake within twelve months, at no additional cost.
Is the credential recognised internationally?
PMU is an ACBSP candidate, an EAHEA institution, and registered under French private higher-education law. Credentials are honoured worldwide.
What happens after graduation?
Alumni retain access to the institutional network, the journal, the careers practice, and library subscriptions.

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