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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Management

School of Business and Technology

General Business Management specialization

Create practical solutions to real-world business problems by developing a theoretical and pragmatic perspective. Evaluate technological trends and solutions to understand how technology informs, supports, and improves organizational decision making. Incorporate a systems-thinking approach to problem solving by understanding the interrelated issues, processes, and functions within business organizations. Develop mastery of research concepts through specialized courses and intensive, in-person learning experiences that enhance your ability and confidence as a scholar or business professional. Gain insight and mentoring from faculty who combine extensive academic credentials with deep experience as business scholars and practitioners. Expand your opportunities for collaboration, enrich your learning experience, and grow your professional network through meaningful connections with faculty and fellow students—in your courses and at face-to-face residencies. Focused on business theory, research, and practice, this PhD specialization features a comprehensive core curriculum of business systems and leadership, financial management, accounting, economics, strategy, and social responsibility. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing faculty, leadership, or consulting positions in the field of business management

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Total Program: 120 quarter credits
Up to 48 quarter credits may be transferred into this specialization
Next Start Date: March 5, 2012
Quarter - Coursework: $4,566
Up to 3 courses per quarter
Quarter - Comps/Diss: $4,062

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Residency requirements: Three 4-day weekend experiences

Learn about the residential colloquia experience.
In addition to your online courses, you will complete 3 residential colloquia, each of which includes a 4-day weekend experience, at specific stages in your program. These energizing residencies provide you with insights and knowledge that will be valuable during your PhD studies and beyond.

Doctoral colloquia each have 3 steps:

Step 1: Colloquium Courseroom (opens approximately 2 weeks prior to Weekend Experience)
Step 2: Weekend Experience (4-day residency)
Step 3: Colloquium Courseroom—Assessment and evaluation (completed the week after the Weekend Experience)

What is the cost to attend?

The price for each colloquium is $1,495 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment), but doesn’t include costs for evening meals or travel. You’ll be responsible for making your hotel reservations and travel arrangements.
  • Learn more about residency requirements.
  • Get more detailed information and learn how the residency experiences will enrich your learning at Capella University. Speak with an enrollment counselor at 1.877.269.7780.

Core Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • BMGT8004 - Theory and Practice in Business Management
  • BMGT7086 - Developing an Academic Writing Process
  • BMGT8006 - Business Principles and Practices *
  • BMGT8008 - Ethics and Leadership in Global Environments *
  • BMGT8010 - Economics in Global Environments *
  • BMGT8012 - Marketing Principles and Practice *
  • OR
  • BMGT8014 - Accounting and Finance Principles and Practice *
  • OR
  • BMGT8016 - Strategic Management and Practice *
  • BMGT8018 - The 21st Century Organization *
  • BMGT8030 - Management Theory Creation
  • BMGT8032 - Survey of Applied Research Methods *
  • BMGT8034 - Quantitative Research Techniques *
  • BMGT8040 - Advanced Qualitative Research *
  • OR
  • BMGT8042 - Applied Multivariate Modeling *
  • Upon completion of all required course work:
  • BMGT9919 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination *
  • BMGT9920 - Dissertation Courseroom - non-credit *
  • BMGT9921 - Dissertation Research 1 - 5 quarter credits *
  • BMGT9922 - Dissertation Research 2 - 5 quarter credits *
  • BMGT9923 - Dissertation Research 3 - 5 quarter credits *
  • BMGT9924 - Dissertation Research 4 - 5 quarter credits *

Thirteen Elective Courses - 52 quarter credits

  • Choose any graduate course(s).
Review of this specialization is pending in KS, KY, ND, SC, and WA.
In accordance with U.S. Department of Education (DOE) new advance notice requirements, a notification for this specialization will be submitted to the DOE. This specialization may be subject to additional review and approval by the DOE, which could result in a potential delay in learners being able to start the specialization. If this specialization is subject to additional review, the DOE will notify Capella University at least 30 days prior to the scheduled start date. Capella University proactively will keep applicants and learners enrolled in this specialization fully informed of any actions taken by the DOE that may affect their ability to successfully begin classes as originally scheduled.
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.

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