Part time
4 years
OCT-24
DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Management (General)
Research
Our DProf is designed for high-performing professionals to stimulate organisational or inter/national development and contribute to wider debates in their field.
Course overview
Innovative research solutions are now required to tackle the challenging circumstances facing contemporary organisations. Our DProf participants positively engage with these challenges as active members of our research community. Our aim is developed leading practitioner-researchers who inspire strategic change and contribute to wider debates in our areas of expertise.
Why study this course with us?
Key benefits of researching with us:
Teaching methods
Our DProf doctoral participants engage with a combination of activities in our pioneering Researcher Development Hub at our Queen’s Park Campus, plus high-level critical reflection, and sustained independent self-directed study. Our researchers will engage in group workshops, seminars, an annual research conference, and any relevant professional body activities.
Job prospects
Our doctoral graduates typically advance their careers into roles which require high levels of expert knowledge and independent expertise, such as consultancy, organisational development, self-employment, executive coaching, senior roles in academe, and strategic leadership positions in business.
For this course (per year)
£4,712
For this course (per year)
£8,787
Applicants will typically need to demonstrate the following within their application and interview: be employed or self-employed, and be in a position to influence organisational, sectoral or national policy (or are working towards this); an Honours degree with a minimum of an upper second class from a recognised university; a Master's degree in a relevant field and with a minimum of a merit profile from a recognised university; a minimum of 5 years’ experience of substantial responsibility and influence (e.g. at organisational, sectoral or national levels); Advanced skills in writing (through a 1,000 word (max.) project proposal outlining the 'what, why and how' of a research project); Commitment to advanced continuing professional development.
The University of Chester is a 21st century university which traces its roots back to 1839, placing it among the oldest higher education institutions in England. With a modern outlook, a strong research pedigree and guiding principles of supportiveness and inclusiveness, it’s an academic community that has stood the test of time. Today, it attracts thousands of students from around the world and is known for its commitment to helping students...more
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