DBA in Public Policy & Governance
Liverpool Business School – LJMU (UK)
"Design evidence-based policy that shapes economies and transforms institutions"
- 3 phases · 17 modules · 3 Years programme
- Earn the internationally recognised "Dr." title
- Dissertation on a live business challenge in your organisation
- Cohort of up to 15 senior executives from 25+ countries
Duration
3 Years
Phases
3
Modules
17
Cohort
Up to 15
Credential
DBA
Delivery
Online + Residency
About This Programme
The DBA in Public Policy & Governance is built for senior civil servants, policy advisors, multilateral organisation executives, and business leaders who operate at the intersection of government and industry. You will produce doctoral research on policy design, regulatory reform, and institutional governance — research that can directly influence national and international policy.
Residencies in New Delhi, Geneva, and Brussels place you inside the world's most influential policy environments, with access to ministry officials, WHO and WTO advisors, and European Commission policy teams.
Learning Outcomes
Eligibility & Admission
- Masters, MBA, MPA, or LLB from a recognised institution
- 10+ years professional experience
- 5+ years in government, policy, regulatory, or public affairs roles
- Research interest statement on a policy topic
- Two professional references from public sector or academic figures
Programme Structure
3 phases · 17 modules · 3 Years
Policy Research Foundations
Specialist Policy Electives
Doctoral Dissertation
Career Outcomes
Where our DBA graduates lead
Secretary / Additional Secretary (IAS)
Government Pay + Benefits
Policy Director – Multilateral
₹ 40L – 1Cr PA + Perks
Government Affairs Director
₹ 30L – 80L PA
92%
Executive Promotion Rate
2×
Avg. Salary Multiplier
18 mo
Avg. Time to Next Role
Programme Faculty
Prof. Meera Krishnan
Programme Director · PhD Princeton · Ex-Planning Commission Advisor · UNDP Consultant
Dr. Thomas Eriksson
Governance Research Lead · DBA LSE · Ex-European Commission Policy Director · WEF Fellow
Candidate Reviews
Programme Rating
Total reviews
The DBA transformed how I engage with my board. I now bring evidence, not just intuition, to every strategic discussion. The dissertation process was challenging but incredibly rewarding.
Worth every rupee. The faculty are genuinely at the top of their field. My supervisor pushed me in ways that made the research genuinely original. Got promoted to Group CEO three months after defending.
Demanding programme — but that's the point. The cohort of fellow executives is itself worth the investment. The network I've built across 18 countries is invaluable.
Doctor of Business Administration
DBA in Public Policy & Governance
Corporate Academy
Awarded on successful defence
Earn the "Dr." Title
Upon successful defence of your dissertation, you are awarded the Doctor of Business Administration — a credential recognised by leading corporations, academic institutions, and regulatory bodies worldwide. Add it to your LinkedIn, email signature, and board profile.
- Globally recognised 'Dr.' title
- Alumni network of 5,000+ doctoral graduates
- Eligible for academic appointments at leading B-schools
- Verified by partner accreditation bodies
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this programme only for civil servants?
No. The programme is designed for anyone who operates at the government-business interface: senior civil servants, NGO directors, multilateral executives, and business leaders in government affairs.
Are the residencies at actual government institutions?
Yes — residencies include embedded sessions at NITI Aayog (New Delhi), WHO headquarters (Geneva), and the European Commission (Brussels), with access to serving policymakers.
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Upcoming Intakes
September 2026
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