Credits required
60
Max transfer credits*
30
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible for transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
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Program Outcomes
Evaluate the application of core business practices using diverse perspectives and expert knowledge of the discipline.
Evaluate quantitative data, logic, or analysis to inform business decisions or initiatives.
Formulate substantive arguments based on evaluation of evidence and interpretation of results.
Integrate knowledge from multiple perspectives to collaborate, manage, and lead diverse business teams.
Communicate original research in oral and written formats to professional peers in the industry.
Integrate professional standards for ethics, privacy, and integrity in research or practice.
Design effective information systems that maximize achievement of organizational goals or objectives.
Potential career paths may be found in the following industries:
Banking and Finance
Information Technology
Operations Management
Consulting
Higher Education
Venture Capital/Management
CalSouthern cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement.
Doctor of Business Administration Degree Requirements
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | 30 |
| DBA Elective Courses | 15 |
| Comprehensive Examination | 1 |
| Doctoral Project Courses | 14 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DBA | 60 |
Courses + Credits
Below, you’ll find the required courses offered by the CalSouthern School of Business and Management for the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree program. The DBA consists of an integrated sequence of doctoral courses, a comprehensive essay examination, and a doctoral project that encompasses 60 credits beyond a master’s degree.
- ACT 6515Financial Statement Analysis – 3 credits
- FIN 6514Financial Institutions – 3 credits
- HRM 6503Labor Relations – 3 credits
- MGT 6529Project Management – 3 credits
- SLDR 6602Effective Human Relations Skills for Leaders – 3 credits
- ACT 7530Management Finance and Control — 3-credits
- BUS 7300Advanced Measurement and Statistics for Business — 3-credits
- BUS 7305Ethnography of Corporate Culture — 3-credits
- MGT 7500Organizational Development and Design — 3-credits
- MGT 7525Leadership, Ethics, and Corporate Governance — 3-credits
- MKT 6505Consumer Behavior, Theory, and Analysis — 3-credits
- IB 6516Global Business Strategic Management — 3-credits
- MGT 7515Information, Organization, and Strategy — 3-credits
- MGT 7520Business Research Methods — 3-credits
- MGT 6540Quantitative Research Methods — 3-credits
- BUS 7805Comprehensive Examination — 1-credit
- MGT 9001Doctoral Project Phase 1 – Prospectus Development – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9002Doctoral Project Phase 2 – Chapter 1 Development – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9003Doctoral Project Phase 3 – Literature Review Development – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9004Doctoral Project Phase 4 – Methodology Development – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9005Doctoral Project Phase 5 – Academic and Institutional Review Board Approval – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9006Doctoral Project Phase 6 – Evidence of Data Collection – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9007Doctoral Project Phase 7 – Analysis and Results – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9008Doctoral Project Phase 8 – Interpretation and Findings – 1.5 credits
- MGT 9009Doctoral Project Phase 9 – Final Defense and Manuscript Submission – 1.5 credits
- BUS 7806Doctoral Research Orientation – 0 credits
View the University Catalog for full course descriptions, prerequisite information, and program details.
View CatalogRecent Doctoral Projects
The culmination of the DBA program, these projects represent the research, efforts, and academic contributions our learners are making in the field of business and management. These projects have officially been added to the CalSouthern Library and the ProQuest global database and will serve as academic resources for current and future learners.
April-May 2021
- Bradshaw, JuneSuccess strategies for small business sustainability in Trinidad.
- Carges, StephenFaculty retention of full-time faculty at for-profit university.
- Ejigu, AkawakInvestigating poverty and politics as barriers to international investment in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Krnac, Rachel A.B2B telecommunications pricing and promotions to appeal to the millennial generation.
- Lewis, CamishaApplying the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) to determine the factors influencing the acceptance and use of online Patient Electronic Payment Portals.
- Mahabir, GaitriThe link between inexperience and ethics in auditors.
- Rose, Teresa M.Emotional intelligence and job satisfaction in emerging adults.
- Sarangi, SunilEmployees’ perspectives about corporate social responsibility practices and impact on corporate finance.
- Singh, Nadira D.Investigating employee engagement, job satisfaction and retention in the information technology sector.
- Taylor, Robert ScottExploring the impact of the Small Business Development Center Program on entrepreneurial activity.
- Tillman, Hannah K.Supply chain management in a virtual marketplace.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a degree program designed for learners who want to further develop their leadership skills and decision-making techniques through research and writing.
Candidates in this degree program participate in comprehensive courses, dba concentration/elective courses as well as doctoral project courses and a comprehensive essay examination. Courses include business management, statistics, leadership ethics, and business research methods. Candidates will study effective communication skills for a global culture, ethical and legal principles, professional standards of practice, and social responsibility.
You can begin your online education at CalSouthern now. Classes at CalSouthern begin monthly. Completion of the CalSouthern admissions process will depend on how quickly you complete the steps in the application process. You may speak to an Admissions Advisor over the phone (1-800-477- 2254, ext. 47822) or request information online. Once you’ve completed the online request, you may hear from an advisor within 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
CalSouthern’s Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) requires a total of 60 hours. You may be eligible for transfer credit with provided official transcripts. CalSouthern accepts up to 30 hours of the qualifying credits you need toward your degree.*
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
CalSouthern’s Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree program is designed for learners interested in further developing their business leadership skills and the application of data to drive organizational operations. We offer flexible courses in a curriculum tailored to skills and training utilized in the education industry today. In addition, it was developed for working adults. Degree candidates can pursue this degree online, allowing the flexibility to study on their own schedules.
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Accreditation
California Southern University is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
CalSouthern’s Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, and Doctor of Business Administration degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
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