Yes, an Online DBA from ESGCI School of Business is generally the better fit for working professionals than a PhD, since it applies research directly to real business problems instead of academic theory. If you are not sure which one matches your goals, you can try the PhD or DBA Tool by College Vidya and get your answer in minutes. The program is fully online, can be completed within 36 months with weekend live classes, and is accredited by AACSB and recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, while a PhD suits those aiming for academia instead. 

An Online Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) program is the highest degree in the business field. This program adds the “Dr.” title to its learner’s name just like a Ph.D. program in 3 years. UGC does not approve this doctoral program online and hence is not offered by Indian Institutions but various foreign universities offer it through online learning mode.

Yes, an online DBA program pursued by a foreign university is completely valid in India.
 

ESGCI (École Supérieure de Gestion et de Commerce International) School of Business offers ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs) and (International Accreditation Council for Business Education) IACBE Membership Online DBA program. 

The fee structure at ESGCI is INR 8,14,000 for an online DBA program or INR 16,625/month.