In this program, you can learn to create practical solutions to business problems, evaluate technology trends, and develop a systems-thinking approach to problem-solving. You'll also learn about ethical consideration in decision-making and leadership, as well as developing a strong global perspective.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
Each doctoral program and specialization is
designed around expected learning outcomes (see Expected Program
Outcomes below). End of program performance is determined during the
comprehensive exam and dissertation process. Because the work is
unique to each learner's dissertation or research topic and the
criteria for evaluation are aligned to that work, we do not collect
data on proficiency levels for doctoral programs.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Management specializations
- Accounting
- General Business Management
- Human Resource Management
- Information Technology Management
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Strategy and Innovation
Quality and Professional Relevance
- The Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP) has accredited Capella University business programs and specializations. Full accreditation statement including list of programs and specializations is available.
- The curriculum is designed around the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business Eligibility Procedures and Accreditation Standards.
- All faculty have doctoral degrees and are experienced business scholars and practitioners.
Expected Program Outcomes
- Exhibit proficiency in academic research, writing, and critical thinking skills.
- Conduct ethical scholarly research through innovative or traditional methods in the field of business management.
- Synthesize emerging trends and technological influences to advance the theory and practice of business management.
- Synthesize interdisciplinary business knowledge and ethical concepts and models to advance the theory and practice of global business management.
- Apply leadership theories and techniques in the field of business management using advanced communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills..
- Evaluate the efficacy of business principles and systems theories to effect change in global and diverse environments.
Doctoral Business Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates across all Business doctoral programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni are using
their degrees.
Career Preparation
All Business
Doctoral Graduates
Career Preparation
All Business
Doctoral Graduates
The skills and knowledge have been immediately applicable to my career: 74%
My degree has positioned me to achieve my professional ambitions: 68%
Capella's competency based curriculum has prepared me for the needs of my profession: 69%
Percentage of respondents who answered
"strongly agree" or "agree"
Source:
Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation.
The data were collected during Q3 2017 - Q1 2018.
Career & Professional
Accomplishments
All Business Doctoral Graduates
Career and Professional
Accomplishments
All Business Doctoral Graduates
Made a significant contribution to my profession: 45%
Successfully changed jobs and-or-careers: 46%
Assumed leadership responsibilities: 46%
Received a salary increase: 42%
Received a promotion: 46%
Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography, and degree field, affect career outcomes, and Capella does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, or other career growth.
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 Q3 2017 – Q1 2018.
Doctoral Business Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates across all Business doctoral programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni feel about
Capella and what general skills and abilities they gained.
Satisfaction with Capella
Doctor
Of Education Graduates
Satisfaction with Capella
All
Business Doctoral Graduates
I have or intend to recommend Capella: 64%
I am satisfied with my Capella education: 86%
Capella gave me the most efficient direct path to completing my degree: 75%
Percentage of respondents who answered
affirmatively.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes
Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3
2017 – Q1 2018.
Skills & Abilities
All
Business Doctoral Graduates
Skills & Abilities
All
Business Doctoral Graduates
Write clearly, accurately, and professionally; use sources appropriately: 100%
Communicate thoughts and ideas in varied settings : 100%
Show ethical conduct reflecting values and beliefs of discipline : 100%
Show knowledge of field; respect contributions of other fields : 100%
Analyze theoretical issues or investigate real-world phenomena, create knowledge : 100%
Locate, evaluate and communicate information; address legal, professional, other issues : 100%
Critically examine, analyze, and evaluate thinking using intellectual standards and creativity: 100%
Critically evaluate, select, and use discipline-appropriate technology : 100%
Show appreciation for group and individual differences : 100%
Demonstrate effective leadership in diverse environments : 100%
Apply the specialized knowledge associated with professional practice area : 100%
Percentage of respondents who rated
themselves as "proficient" or "exceptional" 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 Q3 2017 – Q2 2018.
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"When I look back, I see that I received all this rich training in leadership so that I would have something of value to give to others."
Modupe Taylor-Pearce,MS
Currently pursuing PhD
School of Business and Technology
Specialization in Leadership