Chartered Doctor of Business Administration (Ch. DBA®)

The Chartered Doctor of Business Administration
designation is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in areas such as:
• Research Methodology and Design
• Strategic Management and Leadership
• Organizational Theory and Behaviour
• Financial Management and Analysis
• Marketing Strategy and Consumer Behaviour
• Operations Management and Supply Chain
• Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

Leadership Scenario Response

Objective: Respond to a real-world leadership challenge, demonstrating problem-solving, decision-making, and alignment with business objectives.

Requirements:

• Scenario Description:

  • Define the scenario or dilemma you are addressing. Examples:
    • Conflict Resolution: Two departments or team members have a dispute affecting productivity.
    • Change Management: Leading an organizational shift to implement new technologies.
    • Ethical Challenge: Addressing unethical practices discovered in your team or organization.

• Analysis of the Problem:

  • Identify the root cause of the issue and its potential impact on the organization.
  • Consider all stakeholders involved (e.g., employees, customers, leadership).

• Decision-Making Process:

  • Explain the steps taken to address the issue:
    • Collecting information and consulting with stakeholders.
    • Considering short- and long-term consequences.
    • Evaluating alternatives and selecting the best course of action.

• Implementation:

  • Describe how the decision was communicated and executed.
  • Highlight key actions taken to resolve the situation effectively.

• Outcome and Business Alignment:

  • Discuss the results achieved (e.g., restored team harmony, successful adoption of change, improved ethical standards).
  • Explain how the resolution aligned with broader business objectives such as growth, efficiency, or employee engagement.

Expected Output:
A structured response (e.g., 5–8 pages or slides) outlining the scenario, analysis, actions taken, and outcomes achieved.

Achieving the Chartered Doctor of Business Administration certification offers
numerous benefits, including: