Easiest Online DBA Program ?

Discussion in 'Business and MBA degrees' started by TTTDodder, Aug 6, 2014.

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  1. TTTDodder

    TTTDodder New Member

    Hi. I just finished a pair of Master's programs (MBA & MS Accounting) at a B&M AACSB school. Since I still have funding for further schooling, I'd like like to try to at least start working on an online/distance-learning DBA.

    I'm leaning towards a DBA vs PhD since it seems that, like the MBA, a DBA is just a repeat of the core business classes/a survey of the functional business areas. There will be marketing, management, ethics, accounting classes, etc. In other words, it seems easy :p So there's that, and I also think research kinda BS. While there is some interesting academic literature in business, most of my professors dealt with just busywork research that seemed like a waste of time, and weren't even familiar with the really groundbreaking, current stuff. Hence a PhD seems like unnecessary effort.

    Really, in truth, I'm trying to get a DBA to potentially teach at a low tier 4 year teaching school or community college in the future. Nothing fancy; I just don't want slave pay. I'm talking like $50k+ or so full-time.

    Since it's more a "box to check" then something I'm 100% interested in (though I am REALLY interested in teaching), I'm looking for the easiest program that's still not a degree mill and all that. I was a little shocked at how easy my Master's programs were at a flagship state school. A lot of multiple choice and maybe some 4 page papers here and there. I'm not looking to challenge myself, especially since I'll be part-time.

    Any suggestions on schools or advice in general? I've been so soured on academia that, if it wasn't for the funding I have that will make the program free or cheap, I definitely wouldn't be paying out of pocket for something :)
     
  2. StefanM

    StefanM New Member

    With the dissertation as part of the process, I doubt you'll find a DBA program that is going to meet your interests.

    However, if you are interested in teaching, perhaps an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction or in Pedagogy might be a better option?
     
  3. SteveFoerster

    SteveFoerster Resident Gadfly Staff Member

    Or any doctorate, since that's what a real doctorate is. Fortunately, he didn't say he was looking to avoid a program with a dissertation, just that he wants one that's easy, oxymoronic though that may be.

    It would be a much worse option. They're not less work, and it's hard enough to find teaching positions as it is, doing so with a terminal degree in education rather than one in business makes it much more difficult.
     
  4. Shawn Ambrose

    Shawn Ambrose New Member

    I totally agree with Steve, if you want to teach business, the EdD in Curriculum and Instruction or in Pedagogy are NOT good choices.

    I would advise the OP that with is background - I would run to a DBA/PhD in Accounting program if he wants a teaching gig. Accounting professors are TOUGH to find. Also, if the OP doesn't have a CPA - sit the exam and have that credential. As far as ACBSP is concerned for faculty credentials, a DBA or PhD are equivalent...it is check the box.

    Shawn

    Good luck
     
  5. RFValve

    RFValve Well-Known Member

    I second this idea. Instead of wasting money in a low tier DBA that might or might not lead to a full time CC gig, I would do a MS in Accounting from a top school and then write either the CMA or CPA exam. You will also end with a credential that can help you to land extra work on the side as an accountant.

    I think there is already a flood of people with low tier DBAs, the CPA is challenging but for the same reason has less competition.
     
  6. RFValve

    RFValve Well-Known Member

    Bottom line is pay, a CPA with a good MBA makes more than 100K. CCs and small Universities pay in the range of 50 to 60K, you will not see CPAs running to get a DBA so they can make less as a teacher.
     
  7. jotucker83

    jotucker83 New Member

    TTTDodder,

    Well, "easy" and "Doctorate" shouldn't be utilized in the same sentence lol. About how much funding do you have left? I agree with others that seeking a Doctorate in the Finance/Accounting field will be better as you read everywhere about the demand for Accounting professors, so you would grab a doctorate along with a CPA certification (you have to get the experience component from somewhere or choose to be licensed in the State of MA or CO which allows one to forgo the experience component with a graduate degree).

    To determine what school you choose for the doctorate, it will depend upon how much funding you have left because if you are looking to teach for $40k - $50k a year. While others are saying you should go to the "top" school, the question is do you have that much funding to cover it? I don't think at this point you want to add $100k plus in student debt for a doctorate?
     

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