What is the difference between an MBA and a PhD? How long does it typically take to complete each degree?

Hi, 

With the similarity of the program, you might be confused about the difference between an MBA and a PhD program, but your doubts about it can be solved through the points mentioned below - 

1. An MBA is a Master’s program that covers the section of management and business while a PhD is a research-based program that covers an in-depth study. 
2. The duration of the program also varies the duration of an MBA is 2 years while PhD program takes 4 to 5 years to complete. 
3. An MBA program involves case studies, management studies, and business studies while PhD programs involve research studies and all. 
4. With the MBA program, students can gain basic knowledge and skills along with the training session for practical knowledge while PhD students cover the research section only for an in-depth study of a topic. 
5. As per the eligibility criteria, graduates from any field can be admitted to the MBA program while to gain admission to the PhD program students must have completed the master's from a similar field or any other. 

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