Global DBA in (Health & Safety Leadership)

A professional research doctorate for experienced leaders in Business Management and Health & Safety Leadership.

Course Details

The Global DBA in Business Management (Health & Safety Leadership) is a research-based doctoral qualification designed for senior professionals who wish to undertake advanced research and contribute original knowledge to the fields of business management and health & safety leadership. The programme enables candidates to develop strategic thinking, executive decision-making capability, governance excellence, and research expertise through the completion of an independent doctoral thesis. The qualification is intended for experienced leaders seeking to contribute to business excellence, occupational health and safety leadership, governance, sustainability, and strategic organisational development.

Course Information

Difficulty Level

Expert Level

Course Type

Paid Course

Duration

4–6 Months (Flexible)

Delivery

Online

Entry Requirements

  1. Candidates who have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience.
  2. Must hold/have held a position at senior management level which is capable of supporting the achievement of the programme learning outcomes, including the professional research project.
  3. Candidates from any field can do this valuable course if they meet the above eligibility requirements.
  4. HSE Directors
  5. ESG & Sustainability Leaders
  6. Safety Consultants
  7. Risk & Compliance Managers
  8. Senior Corporate Executives
  9. Academic Professionals
  10. Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

Qualification Structure

Mandatory Components

  1. Research Proposal Development
  2. Literature Review
  3. Research Methodology
  4. Data Collection & Analysis
  5. Findings & Discussion
  6. Practical Implications
  7. Conclusion & Recommendations
  8. Doctoral Thesis Submission

Additional Topics Covered

  • Research Methodology
  • Research, Development and Innovation
  • Strategic Health & Safety Leadership
  • ISO 45001 and Corporate Governance
  • ESG and Sustainability Leadership
  • Behavioural Safety Culture
  • Digital Transformation in HSE
  • Executive Accountability and Risk Governance
  • Dissertation and Thesis Writing

Objective of the Course

  • To develop advanced research and analytical capabilities in Business Management and Health & Safety Leadership.
  • To enhance strategic thinking and executive decision-making skills.
  • To contribute original knowledge through doctoral-level research.
  • To strengthen governance, sustainability, and organisational leadership practices.
  • To develop expertise in evidence-based problem solving and professional research.
  • To prepare professionals for leadership roles in complex business and HSE environments.

Who Can Attend This Course

  • HSE Directors
  • ESG & Sustainability Leaders
  • Safety Consultants
  • Risk & Compliance Managers
  • Senior Corporate Executives
  • Academic Professionals
  • Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs
  • Candidates with 03–10 years of relevant work experience
  • Professionals holding a Level 7 qualification, MBA, Master’s degree, or equivalent qualification
  • Individuals currently working or previously employed in senior management, leadership, consultancy, supervisory, or specialist roles

Topics & Summaries

Topic Name: Research Methodology
Understanding qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods suitable for doctoral-level investigations.
Topic Name: Research, Development and Innovation
Exploring innovation frameworks and their application within business and HSE leadership environments.
Topic Name: Strategic Health & Safety Leadership
Developing advanced leadership models to influence organisational safety performance and culture.
Topic Name: ISO 45001 and Corporate Governance
Investigating the integration of occupational health & safety management systems into corporate governance structures.
Topic Name: ESG and Sustainability Leadership
Evaluating environmental, social, and governance factors and their impact on organisational performance.
Topic Name: Behavioural Safety Culture
Examining human factors, behavioural safety programmes, and organisational culture improvement strategies.
Topic Name: Digital Transformation in HSE
Exploring emerging technologies and digital solutions within occupational health & safety management.
Topic Name: Executive Accountability and Risk Governance
Understanding leadership responsibilities for risk management, compliance, and organisational resilience.
Topic Name: Dissertation and Thesis Writing
Developing advanced academic writing, critical analysis, referencing, and thesis preparation skills.

Lessons & Modules

Mandatory Components

  1. Research Proposal Development
  2. Literature Review
  3. Research Methodology
  4. Data Collection & Analysis
  5. Findings & Discussion
  6. Practical Implications
  7. Conclusion & Recommendations
  8. Doctoral Thesis Submission

Specialized Learning Modules

  • Research Methodology
  • Research, Development and Innovation
  • Strategic Health & Safety Leadership
  • ISO 45001 and Corporate Governance
  • ESG and Sustainability Leadership
  • Behavioural Safety Culture
  • Digital Transformation in HSE
  • Executive Accountability and Risk Governance
  • Dissertation and Thesis Writing

What Will I Learn

  1. Advanced research and analytical skills.
  2. Strategic Health & Safety Leadership.
  3. Business Management and Governance.
  4. ESG and Sustainability Integration.
  5. Executive Decision-Making.
  6. Corporate Risk Management.
  7. Organisational Leadership.
  8. Academic Research and Thesis Writing.
  9. Evidence-Based Problem Solving.
  10. Thought Leadership Development.

Target Audience

  1. Candidates who have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience.
  2. Must hold/have held a position at senior management level which is capable of supporting the achievement of the programme learning outcomes, including the professional research project.
  3. Candidates from any field can do this valuable course if they meet the above eligibility requirements.
  4. HSE Directors
  5. ESG & Sustainability Leaders
  6. Safety Consultants
  7. Risk & Compliance Managers
  8. Senior Corporate Executives
  9. Academic Professionals
  10. Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

Requirements

  • Access to a computer/laptop with internet connection.
  • Ability to conduct independent research.
  • Professional workplace experience.
  • Basic academic writing and communication skills.
  • Suitable professional environment to support research activities.

Materials Included

Self-paced e-learning. Learners will receive:

  • LMS portal access.
  • Study materials.
  • Research guidance notes.
  • Templates.
  • Sample thesis structures.
  • Academic resources.
  • Monthly 3–4 online guidance classes.
  • Support regarding proposal development.
  • Research methodology guidance.
  • Dissertation writing support.
  • Thesis completion guidance.

Assessment

Research-Based

Course Info

Level

Standard Courses

Duration

4–6 Months

Delivery

Online

Difficulty

Expert

Language

English

Type

Paid

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