Could someone break down this program for me, as far as what is required for residency and such. About how long does it take? What are the costs involved, etc. I do know they require the GMAT, which I hate standardized tests, but that's another thread. I also have the work experience part down as well. I thought I had read that they require a 3.25 graduate GPA, is this correct? I worked all through undergrad and grad school, which left me with a 3.03 undergrad and a 3.18 grad. So will I be able to get accepted all other things considering? Also can I get financial aid? I don't mind if its in the form of loans. I will have to get that darn GMAT out of the way. I already have an undergraduate degree in accounting and an MBA in finance. I still haven't quite made up my mind if I am going to traditional full time route and apply to Georgia State, Emory, or Tech ( I live in Atlanta), or if I am going to go the DL route, but if I do, I have narrowed it down to Nova. I teach for UOP but I don't too much care for their DBA program. I like Nova's course structure better, and the fact that I can specialize in accounting. So if I can get some input from a current DBA student that would be great!
Here is the program as I know it: 1. 60 credit hours - 8 core courses (4 credits each) that can be taken at cluster sites (on weekends) or in Ft. Lauderdale, Specialization (3 courses, 4 credits each) typically taken in Ft. Lauderdale but sometimes are offered in clusters, research (18 credits, including 6 credits in methods, 12 credits in the actual dissertation/reading course), and competencies (0 credits, but required work in on-line communications, comprehensive exam and publication). Will this remain the same? NSU has talked about shifting to a PhD program at some point in time. Details haven't been realized - and are still under review. 2. Residency - It is great. I'd go for more days if I could. Sure it costs money, but learning in isolation doesn't work well for me. Time with peers and faculty is a great asset - and a real motivator. Also, their facility in Ft. Lauderdale is first class. A huge new facility (with great technology) located next store to the largest library structure in the state of Florida. The on-line library is the best I've seen at any school. 3. GMAT is required - as it is in virtually doctoral programs in business, except for DL institutions. A pain - perhaps. But in talking with NSU folks they see a genuine benefit in it. Low GMAT candidates appear to have a lower success rate - at least according to a former program director. They toyed with a "portfolio" approach - and canned it in favor of the GMAT. 4. I can't comment on the GPA requirement and what NSU would do with an applicant that is slightly below it. They may give "provisional admission". 5. Compared to traditional state schools - if you have a choice at Georgia State, Emory, etc. I'd sure give it a good thought. Such a credential would likely be stronger than a Nova degree. But make sure you get the straight scoop. NSU's program is challenging - but it is doable. They turn out 40 or more grads per year. If you endure you can graduate. Before I opted into another program I'd make sure they really want to deal with part-timers. A place like Cleveland State was prepared to accept such students. Other schools may allow you in - but make it impossible to get out. 6. Financial aid - Be prepared for loans. Yep, it is expensive. Does the program work? For me it did. I moved from industry to a full-time faculty position. Will it do the same for you? I can't say. I do know there is a real shortage of accounting faculty in this world.... Regards - Andy
Thanks Thanks for your input. If I do go to GSU, Emory or Tech. I definitely have to go full time. They have no part time options. But like I said I don't know if I want to give up my full time salary right now. Some things to consider.
I have a friend you graduated from Emory with a M.Div. degree. He told me that Emory does not charge any tuition for their doctoral programs and that they actually pay students a small living expense to go through the program. I understand that competition is fierce though. My friend is brilliant, yet he was turned down for entrance into an Emory Ph.D. program. Cy
Nova Southestern University Could someone enlighten me as to the difference between a DBA and Phd. I will be completing an MBA with University of Miami this fall and I had considered persuing a Phd. I was told by some folks that if you have a well respected MBA a DBA would be considered redundant. Is that true?
Search Do a thread search. I think there were some postings that compared the two that I think I may have come accross.
Re: Nova Southestern University In a way, the PhD or DBA can be redundant if you decide to work in industry as very few companies pay for this level of education. The DBA requires a dissertation that can be applied research while the PhD's dissertation requires a substantial contribution to field of management. In few words, DBAs can use existing theory to solve business problems while PhDs require to build new theory. The PhD is normally followed for those interested in academia while the DBA is more for business practicioners. However, many universities still allow dissertations for PhDs that are more practical in nature rather than theoretical. The distiction is more clear in the UK or Australia where the PhD is a pure research degree while the DBA requires course work and a dissertation. So the DBA is the UK or Australia is more close to the american PhD that requires course work and dissertation.
DBA MBA So the DBA and the PHD are really only helpful in academia. I think Iwill just go after my CPA or CFA. Thanks
