Outcome Reports
- Doctoral
- DBA Doctor of Business Administration
- DHA Doctor of Health Administration
- DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice
- DPA Doctor of Public Administration
- DrPH Doctor of Public Health
- DSW Doctor of Social Work
- EdD Doctor of Education
- PhD Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
- PhD Business
- PhD Business Management
- PhD Counselor Education & Supervision
- PhD Education
- PhD Human Services
- PhD Information Technology
- PhD Organization and Management
- PhD Psychology
- PhD Public Safety
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology
- EdS
- Master's
- MHA Master of Health Administration
- MNML Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MPA Master of Public Administration
- MPA Master of Public Administration & MS Public Safety
- MPH Master of Public Health
- MS Addiction Counseling
- MS Career Counseling
- MS Education
- MS Higher Education
- MS Homeland Security
- MS Human Resource Management
- MS Human Services
- MS Information Technology
- MS Leadership
- MS Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy
- MS Mental Health Counseling
- MS Organization & Management
- MS Psychology
- MS Public Safety
- MS School Counseling
- MS Studies in Human Behavior
- MSN Master of Science in Nursing
- MBA
- MBA Accounting Specialization
- MBA Business Intelligence Specialization
- MBA Entrepreneurship Specialization
- MBA Finance Specialization
- MBA General Business Specialization
- MBA Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization
- MBA Health Care Management Specialization
- MBA Human Resource Management Specialization
- MBA Information Technology Management Specialization
- MBA Marketing
- MBA Project Management Specialization
- Bachelor's
Doctor of Philosophy in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
Make a difference in your community.Strenghthen your skills in leadership, advocacy, communication, and program development and evaluation. This program also covers such topics as research methodology, human development and behaviors, understanding diverse populations, child and adolescent services, addictive behaviors, family issues, and aging, grief, and bereavement. People who choose this program are often interested in non-clinical/non-treatment leadership, advocacy, or consulting positions in social and behavioral service organizations, or faculty positions in higher educational institutions. This degree program is not designed to meet licensure requirements for the counseling, psychology, or social work professions.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
We have not yet collected enough information to publish learning outcome data for this program.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior specialization1
- General Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
Quality and Professional Relevance
- The program complements Capellas broad range of social and behavioral science offerings at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels.
Expected Program Outcomes
- Evaluate relevant theories and best practices in the human behavior field.
- Conduct valid, reliable, and ethical research in the field of social and behavioral sciences.
- Integrate ethical and legal standards into professional practice within the human behavior field.
- Lead the design, development, and evaluation of interdisciplinary programs and services to address key social and behavioral issues.
- Evaluate factors that affect individual or group perception and response to social and behavioral issues and services.
- Integrate multicultural awareness and respect for diversity in professional service in the human behavior field.
- Communicate professionally through writing and effective interactions.
1Review of this program is specialization in ND, SC, and TN.
Doctoral degree graduates
Data from graduates across all doctoral programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
Capella University doctoral graduates report satisfaction with salary, benefits, and responsibilities. Half of the graduates surveyed work in higher education and another 12 percent hold positions in the P–12 environment.
Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Doctoral graduates report receiving salary increases and getting recognition from employers for their Capella degrees. Around half those surveyed have advanced in their careers and just over a third have presented at a professional conference or worked as a consultant.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Doctoral degree graduates
Data from graduates across all doctoral programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
Capella University doctoral graduates think their education meets academic program outcomes and helps them meet career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to others.
Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Our doctoral graduates report they have gained practical knowledge and expertise which are applicable in a range of professional settings.
Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished" on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q4 2009 – Q3 2010.
Expense completion &
career information
Expected time to completion:
- Calendar quarters: 21
- Active academic quarters: 20
On Time Completion Rate:
52%
SOC codes:
- 19-3090 (Miscellaneous social scientists and related workers)
- 25-1000 (Postsecondary teachers)
Program cost
$83,408
Books:
$2,632–3,132
Fees:
$525
Median Debt:
- Federal financial aid: $22,101
- Private loans: $0
- Capella pay plan: $0
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Alumni Success Story Quote
Jesse Collins, PhD
"I'm able to talk to victims of domestic violence about how to reduce their likelihood of being a victim. This is a real-world application of the Scholar-Practitioner Model and I am honored to be a part of it."