(University of Maryland University College) Doctor of Management

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  1. fadia

    fadia New Member

    UMUC (University of Maryland University College) Doctor of Management (DM) Program.
    Is there anybody on this forum who is a current student or completed UMUC's (University of Maryland University College) DM program? I would like to know your experiences with DM program.

    How would you recommend the program?
    How long did it take to complete your Dissertation?
    How are the courses conducted? How is the course assessment done?
    How are Residencies? What do students do during residencies?
    What do you think about the Professors?
    How is the degree seen by the acedamia and the industry?
     
  2. dl_mba

    dl_mba Member

    I spoke with somebody by name Chandra and she provided all the info. Their website has everything you need.
    I did speak with an alumni and he highly recommended the program. I would consider this program when i decide to do my PhD or DM or DBA or DSc.
     
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  3. StefanM

    StefanM New Member

    I can't speak to industry, but from my experiences in higher education, I would think that a DM degree would probably be viewed as primarily a practitioner's degree. You likely wouldn't find much luck obtaining a tenure-track faculty position at a research-focused institution, but smaller, teaching-focused schools might give you a shot. Industry experience and publications would also help.

    UMUC is known for distance education, so that could matter for some people.

    I've heard good things about UMUC, and this program seems to be a good program to meet the needs of certain students. Like any doctoral program, your needs will determine whether or not this program will be a good fit for you.
     
  4. fadia

    fadia New Member

    Thanks dl_mba & StefanM, actually I'm mostly concerned about Job opportunities & How is the degree seen by the acedamia and the industry ? I'm not looking for top tier schools but somthing like community college and online universities .
     
  5. StefanM

    StefanM New Member

    If you are looking to become a faculty member, I would recommend a PhD.
     
  6. fadia

    fadia New Member

    I agree with you ,but I'm trying to stay away from for-profit schools such (UOP ,NCU , CAPA ,capella ) . I like the idea that University of Maryland -uc is public school .
     
  7. StefanM

    StefanM New Member

    Most definitely. If you are unable to pursue a PhD at a non-profit, the UMUC program would be a good option.
     
  8. sinistersix

    sinistersix New Member

    I too wanted to stay away from for profit schools, but eventually changed my search to for profit with no on campus. I am currently set to attend Grand Canyon University (after also considering the DM at UMUC). It is for profit, but they have a campus with NCAA sports teams, etc.
     
  9. fadia

    fadia New Member

    Hello sinistersix ,
    what makes you change your mind ?and what you don't like about UMUC DM program ??
     
  10. sinistersix

    sinistersix New Member

    For me honestly, it wasnt the difference between GCU or UMUC that made me change my mind, it is my personal goals and current degrees. I have a BS in Management and an MBA, and the more I looked into DBA/DM in Management degrees, I didnt feel it was a good investment of my time to have such a linear academic profile. I instead want to pursue my PhD in I/O Psychology, to broaden my skillset and make me more marketable. I dont really plan to teach anytime soon so the difference between PhD or DM/DBA was irrelevant. I also spoke with others in my company who have Doctorates in Organizational Leadership, Management, etc and none of them are truly utilizing it in a company setting (which is what I want to do with my PhD). UMUC is a good school and I do like that its non profit, they just didnt offer the degree path I chose.
     
  11. major56

    major56 Active Member

    In addition to UMUC’s D.M. program:

    Webster University: D.Mgmt. (ACBSP)
    “…requires 36 credit hours of coursework (including an Integrative Seminar), and a 9-credit-hour doctoral project that emphasizes a solutions approach to a management problem.”
    Webster University: Doctor of Management

    Colorado Technical University: D.M. (Organizational Development and Change)
    Doctor of Management - Homeland Security

    Walsh College: DM (Executive Leadership)
    Doctoral Program: Online and On-Campus - Walsh College

    Case Western Reserve (Weatherhead /AACSB): Executive D.M. with option to extend studies to Ph.D. in Management
    Doctor of Management - Weatherhead School of Management

    Mountain State University: Doctor of Executive Leadership (D.E.L.)
    E.g., “…students attend a five-day campus residency each year.”
    Executive Leadership

    RMIT University: D.P.M. (DPM is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI)).
    “…program is mainly delivered via the internet with one five-day residential component undertaken in the first year during October. This workshop is undertaken only once, usually during the first year of the DPM.”
    RMIT - Doctor of Project Management


    A further variant of doctoral education and an alternative to theoretical doctoral programs (Ph.D.) and other ‘professional’ single-discipline based doctorates (e.g., D.B.A., Ed.D., D.M., and/or D.Sc. etc.); but with like standards of academic rigor focusing on research within the work place and practice (e.g., practitioner's doctorate) … you might also consider the Doctorate of Professional Studies (D.Prof or D.P.S. designation):

    Syracuse University: Doctor of Professional Studies (DL program) “…designed to take three years to complete.”
    Doctorate of Professional Studies Overview - iSchool - Syracuse University

    Shenandoah University: Doctor of Professional Studies (Organizational Leadership)
    Shenandoah University : DProf Organizational Leadership

    Pace University (Lubin School of Business): D.P.S. (Business)
    Academic Programs - Pace University

    USQ: Doctor of Professional Studies
    Programs and Courses - Doctor of Professional Studies (DPST)
    http://www.ictcsociety.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=fbU0BzBiWc0%3D&tabid=163

    University of Chester: D.Prof
    Doctorate in Professional Studies, (DProf) | University Of Chester

    Middlesex University: D.Prof
    Doctorate in Professional Studies
     
  12. Shawn Ambrose

    Shawn Ambrose New Member

    Obviously the AACSB doctorate is the gold standard for obtaining a doctorate, but since AACSB DL programs are few and far between...

    If the goal is to teach at a non - AACSB school, then IMHO, what doctorate you hold (PhD, DBA, DM, etc.) is not as important as your total body of work (industry experience, teaching experience, scholarship, etc.). I will also concur that many people will consider a degree from UMUC as a "better degree" than the for-profits.

    Good luck!

    Shawn
     
  13. fadia

    fadia New Member

    Thank you major56 for sharing , I applied for Northeastern University too for Edu. organizational leadership but i haven't heard from them yet .The program is very affordable at total cost of 23k but i hate the fact that its not Doctorate in business .
     
  14. Kizmet

    Kizmet Moderator

    I agree with this.
     
  15. major56

    major56 Active Member

    You’re welcome fadia.

    BTW, the Northeastern Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership Studies Doctor of Education, Organizational Leadership | Northeastern College of Professional Studies should be equally applicable as regards private or public industry. Moreover, Northeastern U. would be predictable as having a better name recognition than UMUC. The only potential downside might be the degree's technical designation (Ed.D.) outside the education industry arena (?). Even if so, IMO a doctorate from Northeastern would most likely be perceived as a superior brand in comparison to the UMUC doctorate.

    An additional program consideration: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology offers a Ph.D. in organizational Leadership via an online/blended format. (Its Chicago Campus Clinical Psychology doctoral program is APA accredited.).
    Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership | The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
     
  16. Cyber

    Cyber New Member

  17. fadia

    fadia New Member

    Thank you Cyber , great programs the only issue would be these universities are for-profit , I'm trying to stick with public or non-profit universities ,its just my personal opinion I had very bad experience with for-profit schools . If you know any other program would be highly appreciated .
     
  18. Shawn Ambrose

    Shawn Ambrose New Member

    Indiana Tech is not a for-profit school, Johnson University is a religious school, and UWG is part of the Georgia State University Systerm.

    Also, while Sullivan is a for-profit, they are, IMHO, a far cry from the huge conglomerates such as Education Management Corporation, Apollo Group, etc.

    Based on your signature, would it be a stretch to say that you had a bad experience at Strayer?

    Shawn
     
  19. Dr Rene

    Dr Rene Member

    I also agree with this. Here is something else to consider. AACSB accredited schools are typically concerned about the number of Academically Qualified (AQ) faculty members in their schools. A person can meet AACSB AQ standards without having an AACSB-accredited doctorate, per AACSB Standard 10. In addition, maintaining AQ status requires publication in peer-reviewed journals, other peered-reviewed intellectual contributions (for example, peer-reviewed conference proceedings), and other intellectual contributions (as defined by AACSB).

    So, if you can get published in peer-reviewed journals and present research in conferences (peer-reviewed conference proceedings), then you can be considered AQ for AACSB schools, even without an AACSB doctorate. AQ status may be considered more important than the source of your doctorate.

    Rene
     
  20. Randell1234

    Randell1234 Moderator

    What would lead you to believe that the University of West Georgia would be a "for-profit"?
     

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