Where Business Research Meets Real World Impact
The PhD in Business Administration at the Mitchell College of Business is designed for experienced instructors aiming to transition into tenure-track faculty roles as well as seasoned professionals seeking to leverage their expertise in the consulting field. This program provides the advanced research skills, academic credentials and strategic insights needed to elevate your career while allowing you to maintain your current professional commitments.
Choose Your Area of Expertise
Business Analytics
Leverage data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
Management
Explore leadership, strategy, and organizational effectiveness.
Marketing
Dive into supply chain management, marketing analytics, sales management and service
quality.
Mitchell College is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the highest accreditation standard for business schools worldwide. In addition, Mitchell College holds a separate AACSB accreditation for the accounting program; fewer than 200 schools worldwide share this accreditation.
Expert Faculty
Learn from advanced, experienced faculty who are passionate about your success.
Advance Your Skills
With a focus on real-world applications and CPA preparation, our program will equip you with the skills and credentials to advance your career in accounting, finance and beyond.
More than Just A Number
Join a supportive community invested in your career growth.
This three-year, executive-style program offers rigorous instruction in a flexible format for working professionals.
- Years 1 & 2:
Coursework in business content areas, research methodology and applied statistical analyses—42 credit hours, including research seminars - Year 3:
Dissertation research and completion—18 credit hours
Total program length: 36 months
Designed for Working Professionals
Classes meet in-person three times per semester (fall, spring, summer), minimizing disruption to your career and personal commitments.
Between in-person sessions, students complete coursework and research assignments, ensuring continuous progress without sacrificing professional responsibilities.
Is this program right for me if I want to transition from industry to academia?
Yes! Your PhD in Business Administration is designed to help professionals shift from
industry to academia, consulting or advanced research roles. This program provides
the academic foundation and research expertise needed to advance your career
What type of PhD is this?
Our program is academically rigorous and research-driven, preparing students for scholarly
contributions in their field. While research topics often stem from real-world business
challenges, the focus is on producing high-quality, peer-reviewed research rather
than hands-on project work.
Do You Require Graduate Test Scores for Administration?
No, we do not require GMAT or GRE test scores.
What Are the Research Requirements?
Students must submit a conference paper, learn analytical software
platforms, and then complete original research in their dissertations.
Does the Program Offer Assistantships or Financial Aid?
While the PhD program does not offer assistantships, U.S. students may be eligible
for federal financial aid. Additionally, a limited number of merit-based scholarships
are available to select out-of-state students to help offset the cost of non-resident
tuition.