DBA/Ph.D search

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  1. ITJD

    ITJD Active Member

    Hi guys -

    So I'm posting tonight to ask a question of the community in support of my greater search for a decent DBA/Ph.D in Business program.

    Criteria.

    1. State school affiliation would be nice.
    2. Not for Profit would be wonderful.
    3. Online and Regionally accredited are mandatory.
    4. Programmatic accreditation is nice to have but largely unnecessary for my goals.

    Why these criteria:
    1. I found Kennesaw State and it's largely a pain in the ass program req wise plus I don't know that I'd get in without a significant thesis under my belt.

    2. I found Grand Canyon U, but it's for-prof and even though the tuition is great, I want to see what I'm missing elsewhere before I sign up.

    3. Found UNISA but I don't want to deal with IACI. Just seems counter intuitive to live in a country with 9000+ colleges and universities and have to go offshore.

    So I'm picky.. any thoughts on good schools I missed?
     
  2. TEKMAN

    TEKMAN Semper Fi!

    I think Nova Southeastern University's DBA is what you're looking for. I have heard the program is at distance learning, but I couldn't find any information.

    URL: Nova Southeastern University

    Yet, Nova Southeastern University is a private institution; however, it is non-profit. Other than that I can't find any other schools meet your criteria unless you have to switch into Ph.D personal finance, and etc...
     
  3. major56

    major56 Active Member

  4. ryoder

    ryoder New Member

    I am also looking for a business doctorate so thanks for the links.
    Valdosta's DPA is inexpensive but it is a DPA not DBA.
     
  5. ITJD

    ITJD Active Member

    Thanks for the replies.

    Here's my general context.

    1. I really would like a school with state school affiliation if possible.
    2. I really don't want to pay north of 50k for a doctorate. There's no return beyond 40k when interest and time lost factor into the equation.
    3. I don't care about programmatic accreditation at all simply because there's no jobs open at the level that programmatic accreditation would help me with due to my age, and professional history. Sides, if I get a gig I can always do AACSB's bridge program.

    So GCU is looking better and better, even if it is for prof as the tuition is right.

    Any other advice is appreciated.
     
  6. hal123

    hal123 New Member

    Nova DBA is not a DL program.
     
  7. TEKMAN

    TEKMAN Semper Fi!

    Isn't that Northcentral University's DBA is cheaper than Grand Canyon? Also, check out Anderson University's DBA (Indiana)...at one point I saw the program at distance learning with minimal on campus visit, but couldn't find that link anymore.
     
  8. mcjon77

    mcjon77 Member

  9. ITJD

    ITJD Active Member

    I've looked at the reqs for the Indiana program. While it's tempting because of the Ph.D designation and the technology aspect fits right into my core competency, I'm turned off by the feel of it (different schools, student heavy navigation of the program, etc.)

    Essentially, I don't want to think about the logistics of the program while working full time and going through the program. Some places offer degrees that are supposedly aimed towards working adults, but only if those adults are working at McDonalds as an hourly floor employee.
     
  10. Cyber

    Cyber New Member

  11. jayncali73

    jayncali73 New Member

    I am starting this program next month so I don't have a lot of offer but....

    I choose this program over GCU's EDD in Org Leadership. I have not heard anything negative about GCU and it is much easier for me to get to for residencies. However, I was attracted to the Indiana Tech program because it is more flexible than GCU and only costs $50 bucks per credit more for a PhD. Students are only required to take one 8 week class per semester to stay enrolled which means you can skip an 8 week class session if you need to for work or other reasons. The program has start dates every 8 weeks so you can join quickly. The program also offers optional "global practicums." Also Indiana Tech does not seem to have "hidden charges" it is $645 per hour plus books; no technology, learning management, ebook, etc. charges.

    I have heard great things so far from a few students and other people I know in the "leadership" field. Except for the financial aid office the service has been exceptional. Financial Aid is just slow....

    The program requires one weekend on-campus for each 12 month period you are enrolled in the program (the web site is incorrect for some reason). They offer weekend immersions in March and September; you can attend both but only one is required. I believe they have about 100 students total in the entire program but have heard from Dr. Rausch that interest is growing. The school is private, not for profit.

    I would be happy to share experiences with you once I have started classes!

    Good Luck
     
  12. ITJD

    ITJD Active Member

    Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech for short) is a private, for-profit institution. They are not listed among the 54000 + non-prof institutions in the State of Indiana listed here: http://www.stats.indiana.edu/inp/INNonProfit.aspx and as the school was founded as a for profit corporation in the 30s, I have no reason to believe your statement is accurate.

    If you could be specific about where you've heard good things other than students, that would be helpful as my contacts east of the Mississippi disagree with your sources, but that's to be expected in academia. Everyone has an opinion. If I know of your sources, I'd be able to weigh the opinions.

    Best,
    ITJD
     
    Last edited by a moderator: Sep 5, 2011
  13. ITJD

    ITJD Active Member

    Hello all.

    I believe this thread may have run its course but I will ask any future respondents to stick to the basics. I am looking for schools that are:

    1. State school affiliation.
    2. Not for Profit would be wonderful.
    3. Online and Regionally accredited are mandatory.
    4. Programmatic accreditation is nice to have but largely unnecessary for my goals.
    5. PhD in Business or DBA.

    Please simply list programs, I'll do my due diligence. Opinions not necessary. Should no further replies occur, thank you to those who did reply.

    Best,
    ITJD
     
  14. GeneralSnus

    GeneralSnus Member

    If you search ORGNAME contains Indiana institute, you'll find Indiana Tech listed among the nonprofit organizations cataloged by the STATS Indiana site. It's been an IRS-recognized non-profit since 1949.


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    Last edited by a moderator: Sep 6, 2011
  15. ITJD

    ITJD Active Member

    I stand corrected. Thank you.
     
  16. hal123

    hal123 New Member

    Which school provides best online PhD program in accounting? I am looking at Walden, Argosy, Northcentral, Capella; and Northcentral seems to be the lowest cost option. Any input is highly appreciated.
     
  17. MUHOFF

    MUHOFF New Member

    ITJD,
    Did you end up beginning the DBA program at GCU? If so, what are you initial reactions? Are you happy with the quality of the program and instruction you are receiving? Any other items of interest I should know about with the GCU DBA program?
     
  18. whatsupdoc

    whatsupdoc New Member

    Am also considering GCU and would like to learn more about them.

    I think regional accreditation is important.

    Would like the ability to tailor the program to my focus area in Business Strategy so I like Capella for that. Of course this article has me worried about Capella... Opinion: Why Capella’s Position On Rankings Is Wrong-Headed | WiredAcademic I don't see Capella mentioned much so are there other reasons to avoid them?

    Price isn't a factor as my company will reimburse.
    I think a school having a brick and mortar presence is important.

    I like GCU also because I'm working in the southwest, so on my resume it isn't going to jump out at you that it is an online degree.

    Would appreciate any inputs.
    Thanks
     
  19. Azorgen

    Azorgen New Member

    Have you looked into Bellevue university's PhD in Human Capital Management? Antioch University, PhD?
     
  20. AV8R

    AV8R Active Member

    There aren't a lot of really good choices for a DBA/PhD in business in the United State right now. Perhaps that will change in the future but for now I wouldn't rule out a foreign doctorate. And I have never considered all of these new PhD's in leadership to be true business degrees. Leadership degrees tend to be very light on traditional business topics like marketing, finance, accounting, and so forth. They tend to focus more on such things as ethics, communications, organizational behavior, and similar things. Leadership degrees tend to have more in common with the humanities than business.
     

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