Executive DBA

International Business & Global Markets

Doctoral research for executives whose work has always crossed borders — and who now want to write the playbook.

€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

International Business & Global Markets

Ready to Shape Global Strategy? Apply now to the Executive DBA in International Business & Global Markets. The application takes only a few minutes.

Why choose this programme

  1. 01

    Global Cohort Study alongside experienced professionals from diverse industries and regions worldwide

  2. 02

    Expert Faculty Learn from international scholars and industry leaders with deep experience in global markets and strategy

  3. 03

    Applied Research Impact Doctoral research directly linked to real-world international business and global market challenges.

What you'll learn

On graduation, you will be able to:

  • Build and defend a doctoral-grade research contribution.

  • Translate global executive experience into rigorous knowledge.

  • Develop the academic credentials for board, advisory and faculty roles.

  • Strengthen the conceptual instinct underneath strategic decisions.

Career horizons

Where alumni land.

  • Hold a doctoral qualification focused on global business and international markets
  • Lead cross-border strategy and multinational operations with authority
  • Conduct applied research with real-world global impact
  • Strengthen credibility for executive, consulting, and academic careers

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

    Digital Disruption & Global Business Models

    Analyze how digital disruption reshapes global business models, value chains, and competitive dynamics across international markets.

  2. 02

    Artificial Intelligence & Big Data in International Trade

    Explore how AI and big data analytics transform international trade, forecasting, logistics, and cross-border decision-making.

  3. 03

    Blockchain, Fintech & Digital Assets in Global Markets

    Examine the role of blockchain, fintech innovation, and digital assets in reshaping global financial systems and trade ecosystems.

  4. 04

    International Business Intelligence & Advanced Analytics

    Apply advanced analytics and business intelligence tools to drive strategic insights and performance in global organizations.

  5. 05

    Digital Strategy, Cyber Risk & Governance in Global Firms

    Develop integrated digital strategies while managing cyber risks, compliance, and governance in multinational enterprises.

  6. 06

    Research Applications in Digital Global Business

    Conduct applied research addressing real-world digital challenges in global business and international markets.

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.
  • 02Senior leadership experience.
  • 03Research proposal.
  • 04Two references.

To complete

  • 01Methods coursework, thesis (60–80k words), public defence.

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 — International Business & Global Markets 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. Senior leadership experience. Research proposal. Two 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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