UNILAG DBA Admission 2026/2027: Requirements, Deadline & How to Apply

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The University of Lagos Business School invites applications for its Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.
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University of Lagos (UNILAG) Business School Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Admission for 2026/2027
Programme Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree Awarded | Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) |
| Programme Duration | Minimum: 3 years (6 semesters) |
| Maximum: 5 years (10 semesters) | |
| Commencement Date | Saturday, 12th September 2026 |
Areas of Specialisation
- Management and Leadership
- Finance
- Entrepreneurship
Key Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Friday, 31st July 2026 |
| Selection Interview | 19th – 21st August 2026 |
| Programme Commencement | 12th September 2026 |
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold an MBA or a relevant Master’s degree in one of the following fields:
- Business
- Management
- Accounting
- Human Resource Management (HRM)
- Marketing
- Finance
- Actuarial Science
- Risk Management
- Possess a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale
- Have at least 10 years of relevant work experience
- Currently occupy a senior management or administrative role
- Submit and successfully defend a research proposal
Research Proposal Requirements
Your proposal must include:
- Statement of the Problem
- Research Objectives
- Literature Review
- Methodology
Note: The research proposal is a critical component of the selection process and will be defended during the interview stage.
Transcript & Submission Guidelines
- Academic transcripts must be sent confidentially to the ULBS Administrative Secretary
- Research proposals should be submitted via email:
ulbs@unilag.edu.ng
Application Process
To apply:
- Visit the official application portal:
www.applications.unilag.edu.ng - Complete the online application form
- Submit all required documents
Enquiries
For further information, contact:
- Email:
ulbs@unilag.edu.ng - Telephone:
+234 705 117 4444 +234 802 876 8933
