27 Months | DBA | Generative AI

Golden Gate University, San Francisco
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Emerging Technologies with Concentration in Generative AI

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Emerging Technologies with Concentration in Generative AI from Golden Gate University is a first-of-its-kind 27-month doctoral programme designed for business leaders, CXOs and entrepreneurs who want to lead AI-driven transformation. The programme combines advanced coursework in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, research methodology and business strategy with doctoral research focused on solving real-world organizational challenges. Learners benefit from global immersions in India, Singapore and San Francisco, world-class faculty, personalized thesis mentoring and optional PwC Directorship & Board Advisory Certification, while earning a U.S. doctoral degree from Golden Gate University.

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University Rankings & Accreditation

Golden Gate University, San Francisco — recognition that matters

Golden Gate University San Francisco, California, USA

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) Institutionally Accredited

Association of Indian Universities (AIU) Recognition Association

Founded 1901

Ranked #1 Working Professionals (Washington Monthly)

70,000+ Alumni Global Alumni Network

Global Innovation Ecosystem San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Seattle

World-class AI Faculty Researchers, Inventors & Industry Leaders

Program Highlights

Everything that matters — at a glance

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Programme Duration
27 Months
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Programme Type
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
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Specialization
Emerging Technologies with Concentration in Generative AI
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Learning Mode
Online with Global Immersions
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Global Immersions
India, Singapore & San Francisco
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Research Focus
Applied Doctoral Research in Generative AI
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Optional Certification
PwC Directorship & Board Advisory
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Faculty
AI Researchers, Industry Experts & Global Professors
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Outcome
Doctorate awarded by Golden Gate University
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Programme Fee
₹18,00,000 (No Taxes Applicable)

How You Learn Online

UGC-compliant 4-Quadrant learning model — structured for working professionals

Video & E-Tutorial

Animated video lectures, virtual labs, audio content and full transcriptions — available 24/7

E-Content & Resources

Digital study material, e-books, case studies, web references and reading material uploaded weekly

Live Discussion Forum

Weekly live sessions with course coordinators for doubt-clearing and peer interaction

Assessments

Weekly quizzes, assignments, MCQs and project evaluations — structured and timely feedback

Program Curriculum

Industry-aligned, application-based — built for career outcomes

Phase 1 - AI & Machine Learning Foundations

Foundations of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Statistics and Probability for Decision Modelling
Supervised Learning
Unsupervised Learning
Learning Theory
Bias-Variance Tradeoff
Data Visualization
Storytelling with Data
Machine Learning Applications
Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals

Deep Learning & Generative AI

Deep Learning
Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)
Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN)
Autoencoders
Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN)
Sequence-to-Sequence Models
Transformers
Large Language Models (LLMs)
GPT Models
Image Generation Models

Generative AI Applications

Pre-trained Foundation Models
Enterprise AI Applications
Prompt Engineering
LangChain
AgentGPT
Enterprise GPT Platforms
Hands-on Generative AI
Business AI Applications
AI Solution Design
Research Proposal Development

Dissertation Foundation

AI Project Design and Execution
Responsible Artificial Intelligence
AI Ethics
Explainable AI
Future of Work
Responsible AI Governance
Doctoral Research Methods
Quantitative Research
Qualitative Research
Research Ethics

Emerging Technologies

Internet of Things (IoT)
High Performance Computing (HPC)
Quantum Computing
Neuromorphic Computing
Cybersecurity
Blockchain
Augmented Reality (AR)
Virtual Reality (VR)
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Digital Twin

Doctoral Dissertation

Dissertation Topic Proposal
Literature Review
Research Methodology
Research Design
Dissertation Proposal Defense
Scholarly Research
Doctoral Thesis
Committee Review
Final Dissertation
Doctoral Defense

Global Immersion & Executive Certification

Immersion 1 - India
Immersion 2 - Singapore
Immersion 3 - San Francisco
Faculty Mentoring
Industry Networking
Thesis Workshops
PwC Directorship & Board Advisory (Optional)
Corporate Governance
Board Simulation
Executive Leadership

Doctoral Research Journey

Research Topic Selection
Problem Identification
Research Gap Analysis
Research Objectives
Research Questions
Conceptual Framework
Hypothesis Development
Research Proposal
Faculty Mentoring
Research Ethics Approval
Research Planning
Doctoral Milestone Review

Research Execution

Primary Data Collection
Secondary Data Collection
Survey Design
Interview Techniques
Case Study Research
AI Experimentation
Model Evaluation
Quantitative Data Analysis
Qualitative Analysis
Research Findings
Business Recommendations
Dissertation Documentation

Academic & AI Research Skills

Academic Writing
Scientific Publishing
Journal Paper Writing
Conference Publications
Research Communication
Critical Thinking
Citation Management
Literature Review
Research Ethics
Plagiarism Prevention
Patent Awareness
Innovation Management

Executive Leadership Development

AI Leadership
Digital Transformation
Strategic Innovation
Technology Leadership
Corporate Governance
Executive Decision Making
Entrepreneurship
Business Consulting
Global Networking
Industry Collaboration

5 Specializations

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Generative AI Golden Gate University Included ▼

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Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Large Language Models
Prompt Engineering
Foundation Models
Enterprise Generative AI

Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Golden Gate University Included ▼

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Zero Cost EMIIncluded

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Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Computer Vision
AI Systems

Emerging Technologies Golden Gate University Included ▼

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Zero Cost EMIIncluded

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Quantum Computing
Blockchain
IoT
High Performance Computing

Responsible AI & Governance Golden Gate University Included ▼

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Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

Responsible AI
AI Ethics
Explainable AI
AI Governance

AI Strategy & Business Transformation Golden Gate University Included ▼

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Per SemesterIncluded

Zero Cost EMIIncluded

Key Modules:

AI Strategy
Digital Transformation
Innovation Management
Executive Leadership

Fee Structure

Transparent pricing — paid semester-wise with Zero Cost EMI available

Specialization	Per Semester	Total Fee	EMI / Month (6 mo)
Doctor of Business Administration (Emerging Technologies with Concentration in Generative AI)	NA	₹18,00,000	Available on request

The total programme fee is ₹18,00,000 (no taxes applicable). Flexible financing options are available for eligible learners through upGrad financing partners.

Scholarships Available

Reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis

Category	Who's Eligible	Scholarship
Flexible EMI	Eligible learners	Available
Education Loan	Available through financing partners	Available
Corporate Sponsorship	CXOs, Senior Leaders & Organizations	Available

Eligibility Criteria

Simple and transparent — no entrance exam required

🇮🇳 Students with Indian Education

Passed 10 + 2 from a recognised board
Completed undergraduate degree (minimum 3 years)
Aggregate minimum of 50% marks
Final year students can apply with last semester results
Work experience gives added advantage

🌍 Students with Foreign Education

Certificate of Equivalence from AIU (Association of Indian Universities) required
Visit aiu.ac.in for details

Career Opportunities

Roles our graduates step into after completing this program

Chief AI Officer (CAIO)

Lead enterprise AI strategy, governance and responsible AI adoption across organizations.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Drive technology innovation, emerging technologies and digital transformation initiatives.

AI Transformation Leader

Lead enterprise-wide AI implementation, automation and Generative AI transformation programmes.

Generative AI Consultant

Design, deploy and optimize enterprise Generative AI solutions for business innovation.

AI Research Scientist

Conduct advanced research in Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Large Language Models.

Enterprise AI Strategist

Develop AI-driven business strategies and guide executive decision-making using emerging technologies.

Professor / Academic Researcher

Teach AI, business technology and supervise doctoral research at universities worldwide.

Innovation & Digital Transformation Consultant

Help organizations adopt AI, automation and emerging technologies for competitive advantage.

Technology Entrepreneur

Build AI-first startups and commercialize innovative Generative AI solutions.

Board Advisor for AI & Emerging Technologies

Advise executive leadership and corporate boards on AI governance, risk and future technology adoption.

Our Hiring Partners

Top companies that recruit our graduates

Microsoft Google OpenAI Amazon NVIDIA IBM Oracle Accenture Deloitte PwC EY KPMG Infosys TCS Capgemini Cognizant Golden Gate University Alumni Network upGrad Career Services

Student Testimonials

Real students. Real outcomes.

The programme provided a unique combination of doctoral research and enterprise Generative AI, enabling me to lead AI transformation initiatives confidently.

Programme Learner

Chief Technology Officer

The global immersions and mentorship from AI experts significantly enhanced my research capabilities and executive leadership skills.

DBA Graduate

AI Strategy Consultant

The curriculum perfectly blends business leadership with cutting-edge AI technologies, making it highly relevant for senior executives.

Working Professional

Enterprise AI Leader

This programme prepares future AI leaders through rigorous research, global exposure and hands-on experience with emerging technologies.

Faculty Mentor

Golden Gate University

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you apply — answered clearly

What is the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Emerging Technologies with Concentration in Generative AI? Program

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Emerging Technologies with Concentration in Generative AI is a 27-month doctoral programme from Golden Gate University, San Francisco. It combines advanced business leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI and applied doctoral research to prepare senior professionals for AI-driven executive leadership roles.

Who should enroll in this programme? Eligibility

The programme is designed for CXOs, senior executives, entrepreneurs, technology leaders, consultants, researchers and experienced professionals who want to lead AI transformation and innovation at the enterprise level.

What is the duration of the programme? Program

The programme is completed over 27 months and combines advanced AI coursework, doctoral research, global immersions and a dissertation.

How is the programme delivered? Learning

The DBA is delivered through flexible online learning supported by live faculty sessions, research mentoring, doctoral supervision, industry interactions and global immersion experiences.

What topics are covered in the curriculum? Curriculum

The curriculum covers Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Responsible AI, AI Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Research Methodology, Doctoral Research and Executive Leadership.

Will I learn Generative AI during the programme? Curriculum

Yes. Learners gain practical and research-oriented expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), Transformers, Prompt Engineering, Foundation Models, Enterprise Generative AI, AI agents and real-world Generative AI applications.

Does the programme include Machine Learning and Deep Learning? Curriculum

Yes. The programme includes supervised learning, unsupervised learning, neural networks, CNNs, RNNs, GANs, Transformers, Deep Learning and enterprise AI applications.

What emerging technologies are covered? Curriculum

Learners study Quantum Computing, Blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), High Performance Computing, Cybersecurity, Digital Twins, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Robotic Process Automation.

Does the programme include research methodology? Research

Yes. The curriculum covers quantitative research, qualitative research, research design, literature review, proposal development, research ethics, dissertation writing and doctoral defense.

What is included in the doctoral dissertation? Projects

The dissertation involves identifying a research problem, developing a proposal, conducting original AI-focused research, collecting and analyzing data, writing the doctoral thesis and defending it before the doctoral committee.

Are global immersion experiences included? Learning

Yes. Learners participate in global immersion experiences in India, Singapore and San Francisco, where they interact with faculty members, AI researchers, industry leaders and fellow doctoral candidates.

Is the PwC Directorship & Board Advisory Certification available? Certification

Yes. Learners have the option to pursue the PwC Directorship & Board Advisory Certification covering corporate governance, board leadership, executive decision-making, risk oversight and board simulation.

Will I receive a doctoral degree after completion? Certification

Yes. After successfully completing all coursework, research milestones, dissertation requirements and doctoral defense, learners receive the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) awarded by Golden Gate University, San Francisco.

What career opportunities are available after completing the programme? Career

Graduates can pursue roles such as Chief AI Officer, Chief Technology Officer, AI Transformation Leader, Enterprise AI Strategist, Generative AI Consultant, AI Research Scientist, Professor, Technology Entrepreneur, Digital Transformation Consultant and Board Advisor for AI & Emerging Technologies.

How much is the programme fee? Fees

The total programme fee is ₹18,00,000 (no taxes applicable). Flexible financing options are available for eligible learners through upGrad financing partners.

Can working professionals pursue this programme? Learning

Yes. The programme is specifically designed for senior working professionals and offers a flexible online learning model that enables learners to continue their careers while completing their doctoral studies.

What makes this DBA different from a traditional business doctorate? Program

Unlike traditional DBA programmes, this programme combines executive business education with advanced Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI and Emerging Technologies. It emphasizes practical enterprise AI implementation, global immersions and research focused on solving modern business challenges.

Why should I choose the Golden Gate University DBA in Emerging Technologies with Generative AI? Program

Golden Gate University offers one of the first doctoral programmes focused on Generative AI and Emerging Technologies. With global immersions, world-class AI faculty, enterprise-focused research, doctoral mentorship and an internationally recognized U.S. doctorate, the programme prepares experienced professionals to become global leaders in AI-driven business transformation.

Lead the Future with a Doctorate in Generative AI

Develop expertise in Generative AI, Machine Learning, Large Language Models, AI governance, emerging technologies, business transformation and doctoral research through Golden Gate University’s globally recognized Doctor of Business Administration programme.

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