ABOUT PROGRAM
The DBA Organization Operations and Management program is especially suitable for those who already have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of management and want to move one level higher. Students will get acquainted with various models of organizational structures and learn in detail about the roles of individual departments of the organization. Students are acquainted with individual departments in the researched organizations and the content of their work. Graduates of the program understand the roles of individual sections of business operations, have a detailed overview of the management and operation of the organization and are able to solve problems of operation of individual departments of the operation of these companies. The program can be studied 100% online.
STUDY BENEFITS
The study program DBA Operation and Management is intended for applicants with at least five years of experience in a managerial or other managerial position, and who actively participate in the functioning of the company or organization not only in the private but also in the state or non-profit sector. The aim of the program is to clarify the roles and importance of individual departments of the organization and to explain the principles of operation of individual operational sections of these organizations. Thanks to the knowledge gained in this program, students have a comprehensive idea of the product, organizational and material and technical provision of operation and sale of the product. Attention is focused on the interpretation of important approaches applied in the current practice of organizations such as a systematic approach, process approach, change management. Upon successful completion of DBA studies, you will receive the prestigious professional title of DBA, which is considered the highest level of management education. You will also receive a diploma.
COURSE OF ONLINE STUDY
The entire teaching takes place completely online in the study system, so you can complete the entire study from anywhere. A computer and internet are enough for the whole studio. Through a complete online study, we try to reflect the requirements of very busy managers who cannot afford to spend time on the way to or from school.
The start of the study depends only on your time possibilities, the start of the study is determined by you. You are not waiting for the beginning of the semester or next month. You can really start at any time. Due to the fact that you are not tied to attendance or attendance at lectures, you can compile a study schedule according to your own possibilities. So you don’t have to worry about combining your studies with work, family or other responsibilities.
Upon admission to the study program, each student will gain access to the student section. Students will find all the necessary information and study materials in the student section, which represents the study system. Throughout the study, students can consult with lecturers via e-mail communication or using other online tools such as Teams or Skype. To successfully complete DBA studies, a student must complete a total of eight courses. Study requirements include answering test questions and passing a practical application exam for each subject in the program. The study is conducted in English. After completing all courses, you will be assigned a final thesis. The study is completed by elaboration of the final thesis. Subsequently, you will be issued a diploma and you will receive a professional title.
SUBJECTS OF THE PROGRAM
The study program introduces students to advanced research methods through a set of eight specially designed subjects. The core of the program is acquaintance with individual management functions, which are organized in the usual structure: planning, organizing, leadership and control. A detailed explanation is given to the individual functions.
Strategic management
The subject of strategic management deals with the individual steps of strategic management and the problems associated with their implementation. Furthermore, the course provides students with information and knowledge about the principles and basics of applying analytical methods in the company. The course provides guidance for ensuring business success in a market economy, anticipating market opportunities and solving possible business problems that are of a strategic nature. The course combines practical knowledge and theoretical directions for the field of strategic analysis of business processes and especially for the creation of new strategic goals, visions and recommendations for top management. The main content of the course is to acquaint students with the basic principles and methods of strategic management. After completing the course, the student will be able to explain the concept of strategic management, strategy, innovation strategy of the company and will be able to formulate the various stages of strategy creation and implement them.
Financial management of the company
By studying the subject of financial management of a company, students will gain comprehensive information about the company's goals and their evaluation, assessment of the company's financial situation and procedures for creating a financial plan. Upon successful completion of this course, they will be able to apply this knowledge, information and new experiences in practice and gain a clear idea of individual financial policies and strategic financial planning.
Change management
The aim of the course is to provide students with practical and applicable skills in change management. Managing and leading change is a challenging role. Change management takes you beyond your comfort zone and beyond your existing set of management and oversight tools. But change is predictable. By studying the subject, students will learn to predict how people will react and what they must do to make a positive change. Another goal is to teach students to plan, prepare, and manage the resistance that can arise when change is introduced. By completing the course, the student will learn basic information about the process of how the need for change arises, will be able to communicate and lead change. Furthermore, students will learn to use tools for the preparation and implementation of change and will learn models suitable for change plans in the organization.
Human resource management in the organization
The course acquaints students with the basic attitudes to the role of the human factor in the management and development of human resources in the organization. By studying the course, the student will acquire the basic methodological procedures of individual activities and procedures of human resources management at the basic level of management, organization and activities of the personnel department. Emphasis is placed on the basic system of knowledge of the theory of management and development of human resources. The student will gain skills and abilities to manage the basic subsystems of personnel work in the organization, monitoring and evaluation of the development of indicators in the field of human resources and employment. The aim of the course is to teach students to clearly present and argue professional knowledge and opinions and to prepare basic materials for decision-making in personnel matters.
Psychology of leadership and people management
The aim of the course is to acquaint students with basic knowledge about the development and current problems of management, with the psychological theory of management and the application of management psychology to the practice of global companies. Students will get acquainted with the role of psychology in managerial practice and in personnel management. They will understand the importance of the manager's personality, his internal attitudes, his behavior and communication when acting on subordinates. By completing the course, the student is equipped with basic knowledge for successful team leadership and teamwork, as well as for basic practical situations.
Leadership and teamwork
By studying the subject of leadership and teamwork, you will get information about what distinguishes successful teams from unsuccessful ones. The course explains the difference between a leader and a manager and explains the essence of leadership. The role of the leader in the team is further elaborated. The selection of managers, continuous monitoring of the labor market, selection interviews, implementation of managers in teams, sales and marketing, financial departments, technical and production departments, quality departments and innovation departments, issues of motivation, education and development, professional growth or career growth will not remain in the background. .
Managerial psychology
By studying the subject of managerial psychology, the student will get acquainted with the ability to analyze, understand, define and apply the principles of psychological theories that are key to managerial practice. The content of the course is relevant psychological knowledge necessary for effective management. Emphasis is placed especially on the development of social and managerial skills of students and on the practical application of knowledge in the management and leadership of people, teams and other organizational units. The aim is to get to know yourself and others as original unique personalities, with characteristics of positive and negative qualities and traits, understanding of various motives, but also strengths and weaknesses.
Quality management
The aim of the course is to acquaint students with the issue of quality management as an important part of company-wide management. The course introduces students to the basic principles and concepts of modern quality management. The main goal of the course is to acquaint students with the processes of integration, methods and procedures of quality management of products and services within the comprehensive management of the organization and in accordance with the strategic orientation and goals of the organization. By completing the course the student will get acquainted with the strategic importance of quality management, the context of quality management in the national and international dimension, the economic concept of quality management and various methods, tools and techniques used in various processes to ensure quality of inputs and outputs from business processes. .
- Conditions of acceptance:
- Completed university degree or sufficient experience in a managerial position
- Method and form of teaching:
- The study takes place completely online, through an e-learning system. All study materials are available online in the student system.
- Language of instruction:
- Study in English
- Length of study:
- 12 - 18 months
- Commencement of studies:
- Individually. The program can be studied completely online. Starting a study depends only on your time possibilities.
- Studying materials:
- Included in the price of study (own study materials, syllabi, presentations and other study materials)
- Control test:
- Each subject includes a control test that verifies knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
- Practical exam:
- Completion of each subject by passing a practical application exam.
- Graduation:
- Final thesis (range of at least 50 standard pages)