The Ph.D. in Human Capital Management and the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) offer different paths to a doctoral degree for two distinct populations of students. The Ph.D. caters to professionals who want to build a stronger organizational team through executive-level theoretical knowledge and skills. The DBA prepares students to solve current problems in their industry, lead in top executive positions and address the complexities of today’s business landscape. Differences aside, the College of Business is committed to ensuring these programs share vital traits: rigorous research and analysis, and content that stresses knowledge and skills that can be immediately applied to the workplace. Students are both scholars and practitioners.
Ph.D. in Human Capital Management
Since 2010, the Ph.D. in Human Capital Management has combined theoretical knowledge and practical skills so graduates can influence culture, leadership and psychology to better serve the business goals of their organizations. Students who earn this innovative doctoral degree in the field of human resources are prepared to practice the quantitative and qualitative research skills necessary to influence key stakeholders and defend their findings as a thought leader in human capital management. Students complete a dissertation as part of the program, which is only the beginning of this work as they apply the knowledge gained to their organizations.
Doctor of Business Administration
In January, graduates of the Doctor of Business Administration program participated in the time-honored tradition of the doctoral hooding ceremony. The event carries great symbolism, but practically speaking it marked a life-changing professional moment. These graduates are now prepared to solve current problems in their industries, lead in top executive positions and address the complexities of today’s business landscape with vision, knowledge and clarity. The three-year, 100% online program requires that students complete a research-based doctoral project, knowledge they can immediately apply to their workplace to make an immediate and meaningful impact.