MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration — Study from Saudi Arabia

From your home or office in Saudi Arabia, elevate your leadership and research capability with the MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration, delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College. Designed for ambitious professionals and scholar‑practitioners, this flexible pathway empowers you to lead complex initiatives, generate evidence‑based insights and create measurable impact across industries.

Grounded in rigorous management theory with practical application that travels across borders, this programme helps you master advanced research methods, strategic thinking and executive communication. Whether you are targeting senior roles, consulting, entrepreneurship or thought leadership, you will gain the tools to solve high‑stakes business challenges with confidence and clarity.

Earn a British Degree Recognised Internationally

A British master’s and doctoral‑level credential signals high academic standards, critical thinking and research excellence. Your degree is internationally recognised, enabling you to compete for senior roles and cross‑border opportunities with credibility in global markets.

As a graduate of this exclusive partnership, you will possess a rigorous academic foundation and the ability to translate research into action. This combination is highly valued by employers seeking leaders who can structure ambiguous problems, interrogate data and deliver evidence‑based strategies.

Complete 100% Online in as Little as 4 Years

Your time is valuable. The programme can be completed 100% online in as little as 4 years, allowing you to plan your study journey with confidence while advancing your career. Streamlined coursework and a research pathway keep you moving forward without disrupting your professional momentum.

This efficient structure helps you build capability step‑by‑step: from advanced methods and literature mastery to original research and a publishable thesis. You will progress at a pace that respects your commitments while maintaining academic depth.

No Required Online Presence at Specific Times

Busy schedule? No problem. The programme does not require online presence at specific times and dates. Access lectures, readings and resources when it works for you—before the workday, after hours or during weekends—without sacrificing quality engagement.

Asynchronous learning means you can contribute meaningfully to discussions, complete assessments and meet milestones in a time‑efficient way, while still receiving responsive support, feedback and direction from faculty.

Study Anywhere—Even on the Move with the Mobile App

Whether you are at home in Riyadh, consulting in Dhahran, or traveling between Jeddah and Dubai, your classroom is wherever you are. The programme can be studied from anywhere in the world, even while on the move or while travelling through our mobile app which allows you to download the study material and watch the lectures offline.

Stay productive during flights, commutes and hotel stays. With downloadable content and offline access, you can turn every moment into progress without relying on constant connectivity.

Open‑Book Assessments that Reflect Real Work

In management practice, excellence is measured by how well you apply knowledge—not how many facts you can recall under pressure. That’s why we emphasise real‑world evaluation. We use open books assessments instead of classical question/answer exams, focusing on analysis, synthesis and decision‑making grounded in research.

This approach mirrors professional reality, where you draw on frameworks, literature and data to craft sound recommendations. You will learn to reference sources, argue persuasively and produce rigorous work—skills that translate directly to boardrooms, project teams and publications.

Learn from World‑Class Faculty

Guidance matters. Our tutors and faculty include graduates of world‑renowned institutions—Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, University of Basel and Washington University in St. Louis—bringing deep expertise and a global perspective to your research journey.

Expect clear supervision, scholarly challenge and constructive feedback that sharpens your thinking. With access to seasoned academics and practitioner‑scholars, you will refine your research questions, strengthen your methodology and elevate the impact of your findings.

Join a Truly Global Peer Network

Join a diverse student base from over 130 countries, enriching your learning with cross‑cultural insights and sector perspectives from every continent. Collaborate with peers who are senior managers, consultants, entrepreneurs and public‑sector leaders, expanding your network and your worldview.

Our alumni community includes professionals working with international organisations like Aramco, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Manageable Tuition with Flexible Instalments

Invest in your future with confidence. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest‑free instalments, providing a predictable and accessible path to a top‑tier education while you continue to work.

This flexibility helps you balance professional commitments, family priorities and personal growth—making it easier to focus on what matters most: mastering advanced management research and delivering results in your role.

How This Programme Empowers Careers in Saudi Arabia

Energy and sustainability leadership: Saudi Arabia’s ongoing transformation includes major investments across the energy value chain—from upstream excellence to downstream innovation and renewables. With training in advanced research methods, you can drive initiatives in operational efficiency, technology adoption, ESG reporting, hydrogen strategies and circular‑economy projects. Your ability to frame research problems, test hypotheses and convert findings into action can support executive decisions across energy, utilities and industrial services.

Vision 2030 giga‑projects and diversified industries: Mega‑developments in tourism, logistics, smart cities, sports and entertainment require leaders who blend strategic foresight with rigorous analysis. This programme equips you to structure complex challenges—stakeholder alignment, risk and governance, ecosystem partnerships, workforce development—and to design data‑driven solutions. Whether you contribute to NEOM‑scale initiatives or high‑growth SMEs, you will be ready to lead transformation with clarity and evidence.

Financial services, public sector and healthcare innovation: Fintech, capital markets, regulatory reform and digital health are expanding rapidly in the Kingdom. By mastering literature review, mixed methods and impact evaluation, you will be able to assess policy outcomes, optimize service delivery, and build business cases that attract investment. Your research can inform strategy in banks, sovereign entities, ministries, hospitals and NGOs—advancing high‑performance systems that benefit communities and the economy.

Ready to take the next step toward a globally respected credential that fits your life in Saudi Arabia? Request our course catalogue and discover how the MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration can accelerate your leadership and research impact.