Doctoral Degree in
Management

Advance your career with a Doctoral Degree from Universidad Catolica de Murcia (UCAM). Designed for leaders ready to direct administrative activities.

Fast Track

36 Months

Credits

180 ECTS

Program Duration

3-4 Years

FastTrack 
36 Months

Credits:
180 ECTS

Duration:
3-4 Years

Program Overview

This unique program integrates rigorous academic and critical analyses with practical relevance and application. The Doctoral Degree in Management aims to develop professionals’ ability to be more effective evidence-based practitioners and contribute to their profession’s development. The course enables students to acquire and understand substantial knowledge at the forefront of academic fields or professional business practice. Students build abilities in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing projects to generate new knowledge and apply the newest ideas in management discipline.

Admission Elgibility

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have attained the following qualifications to join the Doctoral program:

Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of managerial/business experience

Relevant master’s qualification with 3+ years of senior management experience

Strong written and spoken English proficiency

English level: 6.0 IELTS or equivalent.

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Where Our Learners Work

Our learner community includes working professionals from globally recognized organizations.

Curriculum Structure

Empowering professionals at top-tier organizations worldwide. See where a  UCAM Doctoral Degree in Management qualification can take you.

Introduction to Research Methods

Develops advanced research design and implementation skills, emphasizing critical exploration of quantitative and qualitative methodologies including RCTs, surveys, and reviews. Students engage with research ethics and learn to critically evaluate published studies for effective application in professional practice.

Applied Research in Organizational Behaviour
Empowers participants with vital leadership capabilities, strategic insight, and Organizational Behaviour knowledge to excel in expanded roles and steer organizations globally. Emphasizes integrative thinking, managing diverse teams, and negotiation skills.
Contemporary Research in Business Analytics

Cultivates data-driven business leadership skills essential for today’s global landscape. Introduces fundamentals of data analytics including descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive approaches alongside Machine Learning and Optimization techniques.

Innovation and Sustainability Research Perspectives

Centers on fusing research and sustainable innovation to drive development of new products, processes, and technologies while safeguarding natural resources. Participants gain leadership skills to understand, communicate, and implement sustainable business models with focus on purpose-driven leadership.

Action Research Approaches in Operations Management

Empowers learners to apply Action Research principles and data-driven strategies to Operations Management. Students focus on enhancing operational systems across diverse projects and processes, gaining skills to design strategies for optimized outcomes.

Doctoral Research Proposal

Guides participants through crafting a comprehensive research proposal in leadership and business management. Covers identifying researchable gaps, formulating problem statements, conducting critical literature reviews, framing research questions and objectives, and addressing ethical considerations.

Thesis Registration

Students register their doctoral thesis and receive confirmation of supervision. This phase includes 60 ECTS credits and establishes the research framework.

Confirmation of Supervision

Complete your doctoral thesis totaling 60 ECTS credits, culminating in a formal defence of your research contributions.

Thesis Completion
Defence

Fast Track

30 Month Program
Accelerate your career. Designed for ambitious professionals ready to complete doctoral studies efficiently.
  • Month 1 - 10

    5 Core Modules with Specialisation

  • Month 11-30

    Thesis

Learning Path

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Online

Digitally empowered learning on your terms. Advanced LMS with interactive lessons and real-time feedback.
  • Smart Platform

    Advanced, intuitive LMS

  • Total Flexibility

    Learn when and where you choose

  • Self-Directed

    Pure autonomous progression

Universidad Catolica de Murcia (UCAM), founded in 1996, is one of the fully-accredited fastest-growing universities in the European region. Based out of Murcia, Spain, with learning centres in the UAE, Indonesia, and Singapore.

The university has strategic partnership with more than 360 international universities, including Stanford University, National University of Singapore and National Technological University. UCAM is also a member of Erasmus Mundus and Universia. The UCAM E-MBA program is ranked among the top 10 in the region and the university currently has over 21000 active learners.

11

Forbes Spain Ranking

5

QS University Rating

92

Graduate Employment

84

Official Placement Rate

About University

Universidad Catolica de Murcia (UCAM), founded in 1996, is one of the fully-accredited fastest-growing universities in the European region. Based out of Murcia, Spain, with learning centres in the UAE, Indonesia, and Singapore.

11

Forbes Spain Ranking

5

QS University Rating

92

Graduate Employment

84

Official Placement Rate

The university has strategic partnership with more than 360 international universities, including Stanford University, National University of Singapore and National Technological University. UCAM is also a member of Erasmus Mundus and Universia. The UCAM E-MBA program is ranked among the top 10 in the region and the university currently has over 21000 active learners.

European Prestige,
Global Impact

Graduate from Spain’s QS 5-star rated UCAM with a fully accredited doctorate. Recognized globally for research excellence and innovation.

World-Class Rankings

Ranked among world’s best universities with Top 401-600 global standing and QS 5-star excellence.

Research-Led Path
Join 21,000+ scholars advancing knowledge through rigorous academic investigation.
How It Works

Admission Process

Our streamlined three-step admission process is designed to get you enrolled and learning quickly, with personalized guidance at every stage.

1

Apply Online

Submit your online application with a few essential details. This initiates your admission process and helps us match you to the right program.

2

Profile Review & Advisor Consultation

Our admissions team reviews your profile and verifies your eligibility. You’ll connect with an academic advisor to receive personalized guidance.

3

Confirm Enrollment

Finalize your enrollment to officially join the program. You’ll receive immediate access to your onboarding and learning toolkit.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Doctoral Degree program, admissions, and student experience.

Is the UCAM Doctoral Degree accredited?
Universidad Católica de Murcia (UCAM) is a fully accredited European university. The program is recognized by WES (World Education Services) and consistently ranked among the top universities globally by QS and Times Higher Education.