DBA at Clermont School of Business
Our DBA programs is designed for senior professionals and executives seeking to combine academic research with real-world impact, based in Dubai and backed by more than a century of French academic excellence. The program provides global perspectives, practical insights, and the distinction of a triple-accredited business school.
Why the DBA at Clermont School of Business?
Academic Excellence
As one of the oldest and most respected business schools in France, Clermont School of Business has been shaping leaders for over a century. Our DBA program is delivered by a faculty of distinguished academic and industry professionals committed to combining academic excellence with practical insight.
Global Partnerships
With partnerships across more than 100 leading international universities and business schools, Clermont School of Business offers students exceptional opportunities to broaden their perspectives. The school also maintains strong ties with national SMEs and global corporations, giving DBA candidates direct exposure to both local and international business ecosystems.
Rankings
Clermont School of Business is triple-accredited (AACSB, AMBA, EFMD Bachelor). A distinction held by only a selected group of business schools worldwide. In 2023, Clermont SB was ranked 86th in Europe by the Financial Times and among the Top 25 business schools in France, reaffirming its leadership in management education.
About the University
Clermont School of Business was established more than 100 years ago, in 1919. Since then, over 15,500 graduates have contributed their talents and skills to business communities across the globe, from the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes region in central France, where the School is based, to Paris, London, New York, Dubai, Singapore, and Beijing. Founded in Clermont-Ferrand (home of Michelin’s world headquarters), Clermont School of Business has grown into a globally recognized institution, accredited by AACSB in 2015 and AMBA in 2020.
Clermont School of Business ranks among the top 5% of business schools worldwide with AACSB accreditation. It is one of the oldest business schools in France and is also recognized by the Financial Times, QS World University Rankings, and the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research.
The School is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles, an association of France most selective and prestigious institutions recognized by the state.
Program Professors
Professor Jamie Anderson
- One of the top 25 Management thinkers in the world by the Business Strategy Journal
- Visiting Professor at London Business School and INSEAD
- Author of “The Fine Art of Success”
Professor Helga Joopen
- Head of MSc Project Management and MSc International Business Development till 2018
- Doctorate in Management Sciences, 2014, Iseor Research Laboratory, Lyon III University
Professor Richard Soparnot
- Dean for academic affairs and international program development – ESC Clermont School of management
- PHD in management science from Val d’Essonne University
- Author of 5 management books and 8 books coordination
- Venue: Paris
- Course Title: Applied Research and Methodology
- Venue: Oman
- Course Title: Strategic Management
Professor Mondher Cherif
- Phd in Finance from Paris university (ESA)
- Author of more than 50 articles & Academic books on Finance
Professor Svetlana Serdyukov
- Programme Director of the Programme Grande École (PGE), with a particular focus on strengthening the relationship with the French classes préparatoires system and the influence of the PGE at Rennes SB.
- With a PhD from HEC
- a trilingual master’s degree (State University of World Civilisations, Russia).
- MBA in Marketing from KIMEP University, Kazakhstan, her native country.
Professor Carlos Escario
Professor Gustav Gous
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Major Theories In Organization & HR
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Dr. Gustav Gous is a professor at the Pretoria and South African universities.
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He is the founder of the concept of diamond teams in the world and has helped create these teams in more than 10 major companies around the world.
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(Blake Hall) in London and last month with a $10 million contract responsible for forming diamond teams at the Marriot Hotel Group.
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Gustav has been managing director of the Sasol World Petrochemical Company for 9 years.
Professor Pieter Geldenhuys
Professor Adrian Furnham
Message from the Dean
Bonjour,
It gives us great pleasure and honor to announce the launch of our new Global Executive MBA program in the GCC countries, focusing on Oman, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. Our aim is to develop well-trained, highly educated, and capable leaders and CEOs for this important and fast-growing region.
Our Global Executive MBA is the latest addition to our academic portfolio, a truly innovative management program by design. It brings together senior executives with extensive managerial experience to collaborate with highly qualified academics across different management disciplines. Participants will explore the latest advances in management education and experience these skills in practice through visits to leading European companies such as Ferrari, Lindt, and Zara’s Logistics Centre.
We believe this program offers a creative and modern approach to broadening your horizons, expanding your professional network, and strengthening your business acumen.
Bienvenue!
Richard Soparnot
Dean, Clermont School of Business
Admission Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience
- A Bachelor’s degree
- Admission based on an interview