Virscend University: Online DBA for Professionals in Qatar and the GCC

Virscend University is a private, WSCUC-accredited US university based in Irvine, California. Its Doctor of Business Administration is a three-year applied doctorate that combines academic research with real business practice, built for senior professionals who want to advance without leaving their careers. Edzip Education supports your application and studies from Doha, Qatar.

 

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What Is Virscend University? Our Partnership in Qatar and the GCC

Virscend University is a private university in Irvine, California, accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and first accredited in 2023. Most of its professors also teach at California State University or University of California campuses. Edzip Education is Virscend’s partner in Qatar and the GCC. From our Doha office, we guide working professionals through admission, documentation and attestation, and support them throughout the Doctor of Business Administration, from first enquiry to graduation.

The university holds partnership agreements with institutions in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and beyond, including the University of Naples Federico II in Italy and the University of Deusto in Spain. This gives its programs an international outlook that suits professionals working across borders.

 

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Accreditation & Academic Recognition

WSCUC Institutional Accreditation

Virscend University is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). WSCUC currently lists Virscend University as Accredited, with its first accreditation recorded in 2023 and its most recent commission action dated November 20, 2025.

U.S. Department of Education Recognition

Virscend University is listed in the U.S. Department of Education’s Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP) as a WSCUC-accredited institution. Virscend University’s DAPIP ID is 257514.

California BPPE Approval

Virscend University is approved to operate by California’s Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). BPPE approval indicates that the institution meets applicable California minimum operating standards under the state’s Private Postsecondary Education Act and regulations.

 

SEVP Certification

Virscend University received Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification in 2022. SEVP certification allows eligible U.S.-based international students admitted to applicable programs to receive Form I-20 documentation. This is separate from academic accreditation.

 

U.S. Department of Education Recognition

Virscend University is listed in the U.S. Department of Education’s Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP) as a WSCUC-accredited institution. Virscend University’s DAPIP ID is 257514.

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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Virscend University Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
60 Credit Hours
About 2.5 Years (Indicative)*
100% Online
Optional*
Two Phases: Coursework + Dissertation
Virscend University*
To Be Confirmed*
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find clear answers about Virscend University’s accreditation, location and Doctor of Business Administration, including duration, eligibility and how Edzip Education supports you from Doha. Can’t find your question? Ask an advisor.

 

Is Virscend University accredited?

Yes. Virscend University is institutionally accredited by WSCUC and was first accredited in 2023. Accreditation applies to the university as a whole. You can verify the current status on the WSCUC website. Program-level status for the DBA is confirmed in the accreditation section above.

 

Where is Virscend University located?

Virscend University is a private university in Irvine, California, USA. Its campus is at 16490 Bake Parkway, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92618. Students in Qatar and the GCC are supported by Edzip Education from our office in Doha.

 

How long does the DBA take?

The programme is designed to be completed in three years. Your own pace depends on your research progress and your work commitments. Our advisors can explain the full timeline and expected workload when you enquire.

 

Who can apply for the DBA?

The DBA is designed for experienced professionals such as managers, consultants and executives. Entry usually requires a master’s degree and relevant work experience. Contact us to check your eligibility, and we will confirm the exact requirements for your profile.

 

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