Advance Your Career with a Professional Doctorate (DProf)
Study for a Doctorate While Remaining in Employment
A Professional Doctorate (DProf) offers qualified professionals a unique opportunity to achieve a doctorate while continuing to work. Designed to blend academic excellence with practical application, the DProf enables you to make meaningful contributions to your organisation or professional field. With research tailored to your workplace, the program facilitates organisational improvements or policy-related advancements that directly impact your area of expertise.
Why Choose the DProf?
The DProf program combines structured learning with independent research, offering a comprehensive platform to explore complex professional challenges. With the support of the Aberystwyth Graduate School, you will engage in a balanced mix of taught modules and customised research projects, all tailored to meet your professional goals.
Course Highlights
Structured Program: Begin your journey with taught modules in the first year, covering essential research skills and methodologies. Progress to a work-based research project under the mentorship of an experienced supervisory team. Real-World Impact: Conduct research designed to solve real challenges in your workplace, empowering you to drive meaningful change within your organisation or field.
Collaborative Learning: Join a dynamic community of professionals through seminars, workshops, and residential schools. Share insights, gain diverse perspectives, and enhance your learning experience
Topics Covered
- Undertaking Work-Based Research in Professional Contexts: Gain a deep understanding of methodologies and
practical considerations for workplace-focused research.
- Research Skills and Personal Development: Develop transferable skills like academic writing, networking, and team collaboration.
- Principles of Research Design: Learn to frame research questions and develop testable hypotheses.
- Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis: Build expertise in statistical analysis and qualitative data interpretation.
- Leadership for Researchers: Explore leadership models and styles to enhance your professional impact.
- Pilot Inquiry and Professional Research Project: Identify and scope out a professional concern, forming the
foundation of your final research project.
Residential Schools
Throughout the program, you’ll attend four compulsory residential schools over 14 months, totalling approximately 35 days. These immersive experiences include lectures, workshops, and seminars, offering a chance to connect with peers and supervisors while integrating into Aberystwyth University’s vibrant research community.
Flexible Assessments
Assessments are tailored to support your learning journey and include coursework, presentations, and a final thesis or portfolio. The program culminates in a viva voce examination, ensuring you’re equipped with doctoral-level communication skills.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a relevant degree or demonstrate equivalent professional experience. This ensures all participants bring valuable expertise to the program.
Outcomes
Graduates of the DProf program will:
- Make informed decisions on complex professional issues and communicate them effectively to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrate originality and autonomy in tackling problems and implementing solutions.
- Contribute to the advancement of knowledge, techniques, and ideas in their field through high-level research and
development.
Make Your Work Count
With the DProf, you can seamlessly integrate advanced research into your professional life, making every effort count
towards personal growth and organisational success. Elevate your career while contributing to real-world advancements.
Start your journey today and redefine what’s possible in your field!
Advance your career with Executive MBA Programmes
Take your career to the next level with Aberystwyth Business School’s Executive MBA programmes. Designed for experienced business leaders, our programmes equip you with advanced leadership skills and cutting-edge
knowledge to drive meaningful and lasting change within your organisation.
Why Choose an Executive MBA at Aberystwyth?
- Flexible Study Options: Study via distance learning with a programme duration of 18-36 months, allowing you to balance your studies with professional commitments.
- Multiple Start Dates: Begin your journey in January, April, or September to fit your schedule.
- High-Impact Learning: Develop strategic leadership capabilities, learn from world-class academics, and apply real-time change leadership strategies to your organisation.
- Experienced Teaching Team: Gain insights from leading academics with global research reputations and seasoned international business practitioners.
- Tailored for Leaders: Ideal for candidates with strategic leadership and senior management responsibilities, including governance or director roles.
Our Executive MBA Programmes
Executive Global MBA in Management (EMBA)
Course Code: N1835D
- Study Mode: Distance Learning
- Duration: 18-36 months
- Start Months: January, April, September
Executive Masters of Management (EMMgt)
Course Code: N1836D
- Study Mode: Distance Learning
- Duration: 18-36 months
- Start Months: January, April, September
Who Should Apply?
Our Executive MBA programmes are specifically designed for:
- Strategic Leaders: Individuals with senior management roles involving governance, vision-setting, and driving strategic intent.
- Business Change Agents: Those aiming to implement impactful leadership and change strategies within their organisations.
- Global Thinkers: Professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the dynamic economic, social, and political issues shaping 21st-century businesses.
Key Features
- Real-World Application: Apply leadership theories and strategies directly to workplace challenges through action learning.
- Global Perspective: Understand the complexities of international business and develop innovative solutions to modern challenges.
- Customisable Learning: Tailor your studies to focus on areas most relevant to your career aspirations.
Learn from the Best
Our teaching team includes:
- Leading Management Academics: Renowned for their research in business and management studies.
- Industry Experts: International practitioners offering a wealth of real-world business insights.
Ready to elevate your leadership capabilities and make a lasting impact in your career? Start your journey with Aberystwyth Business School’s Executive MBA programmes.
For more information:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 800 BTEC
Take the next step in your professional journey. Apply now to shape your future with Aberystwyth Business School.