PROGRAM
Often referred to as a professional research doctorate, a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree program is designed to enhance the capabilities of experienced professionals to enable them to meet the dynamic needs of modern organizations and academic institutions. Argosy University's flexible online DBA program, offered through the College of Business, features a curriculum that focuses on practical business concepts and active research rather than a purely theoretical approach.
Individuals who want to pursue an accounting doctorate or a marketing doctorate should also consider the Argosy University DBA. Students of the program can work with an academic advisor to tailor their coursework to their specific needs or choose from one of five concentrations:
- Accounting
- Global Business Sustainability
- Management
- Marketing
- International Business
Our online business classes are taught by accomplished practitioners who cultivate an interactive learning experience and provide valuable professional insights. Students of the DBA program will have an opportunity to:
- Expand critical knowledge through professional development
- Attain the credentials essential to organizational leadership, management consulting, and higher education instruction
- Conduct research projects of actual change efforts that will enhance evaluation skills
- Hone leadership strategies to continuously improve operations during times of adaptation and change
- Develop an expertise in conducting and understanding research, critical thinking, problem solving, information literacy, business ethics, and diversity
- Hone oral and written communication skills
The doctorate in business administration program can provide participants with the opportunity to build on their personal and professional competencies while balancing the demands of career and family. This advanced business degree is designed to allow students to pursue doctoral studies while remaining active and engaged in their current profession.
DOCTORAL RESIDENCY EXPERIENCE
Argosy University doctoral residencies offer a valuable opportunity for students to interact with one another, meet faculty members, and acquire advanced skills and knowledge they need to succeed throughout the duration of their program and beyond.
These interactive three-day sessions are offered at various locations throughout the academic year. All doctoral students must attend a minimum of two residency programs in addition to completing their coursework.
See the Doctoral Residency page for the current program schedule and for additional insight into our students’ experiences.
EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK
"Projected employment growth of top executives varies by industry. For example, employment growth is expected to grow faster than average in professional, scientific, and technical services and about as fast as the average in administrative and support services. However, employment is projected to decline in some manufacturing industries. Keen competition for jobs is expected because of the prestige and high pay of these positions. Top executives are among the highest paid workers in the U.S. economy. Median annual earnings of wage and salary general and operations managers in May 2006 were $85,230. Median annual earnings of wage and salary chief executives in May 2006 were greater than $145,600. However, salary levels vary substantially depending on the level of managerial responsibility; length of service; and type, size, and location of the firm. "
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. (2009). Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Education Administrators, Retrieved July 29, 2009, from http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos012.htm
CAREERS
Graduates who advance their business education through our DBA program and who also possess a proper combination of prior experience can pursue a wide range of administrative, director, management, consulting, and training positions, including the following:
- Chief administrative executive
- Chief executive officer
- Chief financial officer
- Chief information officer
- Controller
- Dean of business
- Treasurer and finance officer
THE ARGOSY UNIVERSITY ADVANTAGE
Flexible schedule
Courses last 7½ weeks, and you can attend classes any time of the day or night.
Interactive experience
Online education students can enjoy small, user-friendly classroom settings and learn from seasoned faculty members who provide personal attention.
Supportive environment
Throughout your matriculation, Argosy University connects you with a student advisor, career services, and an online campus community.
Comprehensive program
The DBA online degree program is offered through Argosy University's College of Business.
Heritage of excellence
Argosy University supports one of the largest communities of graduate students in the nation. Argosy University has campuses in 19 U.S. cities.
GETTING STARTED
Learn more about Doctor of Business Administration
Ready to take the next step toward the pinnacle of educational achievement? Apply for financial aid (available to those who qualify) and enroll with Argosy University today.
ACCREDITATION
Argosy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission http://www.ncahlc.org and a member of the North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602, 1.800.621.7440, http://www.ncahlc.org/.