Master of Science in Digital Business & Innovation (DBI)
Registration Currently Closed
This program is not accepting applications at this time.
A fully online postgraduate program grounded in ethics, research, and applied intelligence
Registration will open only once all academic, accreditation, and governance requirements are fully met.
Program Status & Availability
Registration for the Master of Science in Digital Business & Innovation (DBI) is currently closed.
This page is published by Catholic Open University for the purposes of:
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Academic transparency
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Program disclosure
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Future student information
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Institutional planning clarity
The publication of this page does not constitute an offer of admission, enrollment, or degree issuance.
Enrollment will open only after final academic approval, institutional readiness, and regulatory alignment are completed.
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Digital Business & Innovation (DBI) prepares you to lead, build, and scale digitally enabled organizations. You will learn how to design data-informed business models, architect end-to-end digital experiences, manage innovation pipelines, and launch new ventures within startups and enterprise environments.
The program blends strategy, product, technology, and ethics. Covering digital transformation, platform economics, AI-augmented decision-making, fintech and e-commerce, growth analytics, and corporate innovation governance.
Graduates are equipped to translate emerging technologies into measurable business value while sustaining a human-centered, ethical approach to innovation.
Key Information
Program Structure
Core Modules
1. Foundations of Digital Business
Digital economy, platform models, ecosystems, and value creation in networked markets.
2. Innovation Strategy & Corporate Venturing
Portfolio thinking, intrapreneurship, venture building, and governance.
3. Product Management & UX for Growth
Discovery, JTBD, MVPs, experimentation, UX research, and product-led growth.
4. Data-Driven Decision-Making
Metrics architecture, BI dashboards, forecasting, causal inference basics for managers.
5. Digital Marketing, Growth & CRM
Performance funnels, lifecycle automation, attribution, retention and LTV.
6. E-Commerce & Platform Operations
Storefronts, marketplaces, logistics, payments, and cross-border compliance.
7. Fintech & Digital Finance
Digital wallets, payments, open banking, tokenized assets, and risk/controls for managers.
8. AI for Business Innovation
Generative AI use-cases, copilots, process automation, and responsible deployment.
9. Ethics, Policy & Sustainable Innovation
Regulation, privacy, algorithmic fairness, ESG, and stakeholder impact.
Elective Modules
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Design Thinking & Service Design
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Blockchain Applications for Business
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Cybersecurity for Business Leaders
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Internationalization & Cross-Border Strategy
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Leadership, Negotiation & Change Management
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Venture Finance & Startup Fundraising
Final Research
A consultancy-style innovation project or a venture build. Students work with a partner organization or their own startup to design, validate, and present a market-ready product/business model with financials, go-to-market, risk controls, and ethical impact statement.
Learning Experience
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Live Online Engagement: Participate in weekly live seminars and interactive masterclasses led by global industry experts, academic faculty, and COU founders.
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Case-Based Learning: Explore real-world scenarios from international digital enterprises through applied case studies and peer discussions.
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Virtual Applied Labs: Develop practical skills in data analytics, product innovation, and digital growth through guided online labs and simulations.
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Personalized Mentorship: Complete a mentored capstone project with 1:1 academic coaching and the option for faith-informed leadership advising.
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Flexible Online Format: Study 100% online with access to all recorded sessions, adaptive pacing, and collaborative virtual learning studios.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
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Design viable digital business models and platform strategies.
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Lead product discovery, define metrics, and manage innovation roadmaps.
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Use data and experimentation to drive growth, profitability, and retention.
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Evaluate fintech, AI, and emerging tech for business impact and risk.
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Build cross-functional teams and steer ethical, human-centered innovation.
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Present investment-ready proposals with robust financial and risk analysis.
Assessment and Evaluation
Assessment is based on a combination of:
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Applied projects, case analyses, and product/market experiments.
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Practical labs with analytics deliverables and dashboards.
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Presentation of a capstone venture or transformation plan to a review panel.
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Reflective ethics brief demonstrating responsible innovation choices.
Career Pathways
Suitable for professionals aiming for roles such as:
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Digital Business Manager / Head of Digital Transformation
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Product Manager / Director of Product / VP Product
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Innovation Lead / Corporate Venture Builder
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Growth/Marketing Lead, CRM & Lifecycle Manager
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E-Commerce & Marketplace Manager
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Strategy Consultant (Digital / Data / Fintech)
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Founder / Co-Founder of a digital venture
Graduates may also continue their studies by pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Artificial Intelligence or contributing to scholarly publications through the COU Research and Study Center.
Admission Requirements closed .
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Bachelor’s degree (any discipline). Quantitative or business background preferred but not required.
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Professional experience (recommended 2+ years) in business, product, tech, marketing, operations, or entrepreneurship.
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English proficiency: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 88; or degree taught in English.
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Required documents: CV, Statement of Purpose (500–800 words), reference letter, and valid ID or passport copy.
Tuition Fees and Funding
Tuition figures are indicative and published for transparency only. No payments are accepted while registration is closed .
Catholic Open University does not accept payments for programs that are not open for registration.
No fees are collected prior to the official opening of enrollment.
Postgraduate programs designed for full government accreditation
offered with flexible monthly installments at 0% interest*
*These programs will officially commence only after full governmental accreditation is granted. he accreditation process is currently underway. Please stay tuned for updates
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Study Mode: Full-time (1 Year) | Tuition Fee: USD 9360
Payment Options: 12 Months Installments ($780 / Month)
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Study Mode: Part-time (2 Years) | Tuition Fee: USD 9360
Payment Options: 24 Months Installments ($390 / Month)
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Financial Support: Merit-based scholarships and limited need-based assistance may be available.
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Employer Sponsorship: Documentation provided upon request.
Technical and Study Requirements
Students are expected to have:
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A personal computer with stable internet connection (minimum 10 Mbps).
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Access to a modern web browser (Chrome, Edge, or Safari).
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Headset and webcam for live sessions.
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A quiet study environment for attending live sessions and submitting assessments.
Average study time commitment: 20–25 hours per week (full-time) or 10–12 hours per week (part-time).
Ethical and Catholic Vision
Catholic Open University promotes innovation that serves the common good. Students learn to balance growth with dignity, privacy, transparency, and fairness, ensuring that digital products and platforms elevate people and communities while respecting global regulations and Catholic social teaching.
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Pursue your Master of Science in Digital Business & Innovation (DBI) entirely online at Catholic Open University, designed for working professionals seeking flexibility, affordability, and global recognition. Study anytime, anywhere, and earn a distinguished degree that transforms your career, finances, and mindset for life.
The program will start once governmental accreditation is formally obtained.
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Accreditation, Verification & Academic Framework
Catholic Open University | COU Research & Study Center within a transparent academic and quality-assurance framework consistent with Catholic higher education values and internationally recognized best practices.
Institutional Accreditation & Recognition
Catholic Open University / COU Research and Study Center is currently accredited by the Global Accreditation Council for Online Learning (GACOL), a recognized private international quality-assurance and accreditation body specializing in online higher-education institutions.
Certification ID: GACOL-3257 / Accreditation ID: 3257-001.
Catholic Open University / COU Research and Study Center is also recognized by the World Catholic Online Education Association (WCOEA) as a trusted provider of Catholic higher education that upholds international standards of academic integrity, institutional mission, and educational quality.
Alignment with International Quality Assurance Frameworks
Catholic Open University is accredited by a recognized private international quality-assurance authority specializing in online higher-education institutions and private universities. In parallel, the University actively reviews and benchmarks its internal academic quality-assurance policies against widely respected international higher-education standards.
These benchmark reference standards include frameworks and best-practice guidance associated with bodies such as the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA, United States) and the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR, Europe), which are cited strictly for comparative and reference purposes only. No claim of direct accreditation, recognition, affiliation, or endorsement by these bodies is made.
Any updates related to external recognition or quality-assurance alignment are communicated only after formal confirmation and official institutional publication.
Status of Postgraduate Programs
It must be clearly understood that any institution claiming to issue officially recognized academic degrees without the required legal authorization and recognition applicable within its jurisdiction may be engaging in misleading or unlawful academic practice. Accordingly, Catholic Open University’s postgraduate degree programs are temporarily closed for admission and will open only after the completion of the required external quality-assurance and recognition processes necessary for postgraduate-level academic offerings.
Ethical Standards for Honorary Doctorate Awards
The programs currently offered by Catholic Open University, including the Research & Publishing Program and the Honorary Doctorate Degree Award, operate fully within the scope of the University’s existing accreditation and recognition status. The Honorary Doctorate Degree Award constitutes an honorary academic distinction granted in recognition of significant scholarly, professional, and publishing contributions and does not represent an earned academic qualification for employment purposes. Under the University’s current accreditation framework, these offerings are academically ethical, legally compliant, transparent, and institutionally appropriate.