Delivery
In-person, on campus at the The Dubois Center ten times a year over three-day weekends
Business Administration, DBA
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Program Overview
The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is a unique program in the University of North Carolina system and the first program of its type in the region, created for experienced professionals who want to enhance their expertise, boost their consulting credentials or take their knowledge back to the C-suite. DBA scholars develop the skills needed to address complex and practical business challenges, so they can approach problems as an evidence-based thought leader in their field.
This is a highly personalized program where you work closely with faculty mentors, who will advise you on your research and guide you through your dissertation. Together you will develop and publish meaningful research that addresses contemporary business problems that are relevant and valuable to your career.
It’s more than a bullet point on a resume; it’s a lifetime achievement.
Program Contact
Still trying to decide?
Find out more about the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program and learn if it is a good fit for you by speaking with Program Director Alan Turovlin.
Ready to apply?
Take the first step towards a lifetime achievement by applying to UNC Charlotte's prestigious Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program. Transform your career and become a leader in your field.
Comparison
DBA vs. Ph.D.
- The DBA is a part-time, research-oriented program designed for professionals who want to influence the future of business as executives, consultants, entrepreneurs and educators while continuing to work full time.
- The Ph.D. in Business Administration is a full-time, research-oriented program that emphasizes a strong theoretical foundation in financial economics and prepares future researchers and teachers at leading academic institutions around the world.