The Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at Glenmore University is a 60-credit, fully online doctoral program designed to prepare senior-level professionals to lead organizational transformation, conduct applied research, and drive strategic innovation in complex business environments. This terminal degree integrates advanced business theory with evidence-based practice, emphasizing leadership, global markets, corporate governance, and high-impact research.
The program is structured for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their leadership roles in industry, consulting, or academia. It culminates in a 12-credit dissertation in which candidates conduct original research and defend their findings before a faculty committee.
Program Structure
Total Credit Hours: 60
Course Format:
Core Courses: 36 credit hours
Dissertation Preparation Courses: 12 credit hours
Dissertation: 12 credit hours
Mode of Delivery: 100% Online
Program Duration: Typically 3 to 5 years, depending on student pace and dissertation timeline
Degree Awarded: DBA
Core Courses
DBA805– Doctoral Success Lab: Navigating Academic and Professional Resources
LAW815 – Global Regulatory Strategy and Compliance
RES810 – Quantitative and Qualitative Research in Business
FIN820 – Strategic Financial Planning and Control
MKT815 – Strategic Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence
MGT810 – Organizational Theory and Design
MGT820 – Leadership in High-Performance Organizations
MGT830 – Corporate Governance and Strategic Decision-Making
MGT840 – Advanced Organizational Behavior and Change Leadership
ITM815 – Digital Strategy and Transformation
MGT880 – Strategic Management and Advanced Analytics
RES820 – Applied Research Design and Methodology
Dissertation Preparation Courses
DIS901 - Dissertation Proposal Development
DIS902 - Dissertation Background Research
DIS903 - Dissertation Research Methods and Design
DIS998 - Proposal Approval and Defense
DIS904 - Dissertation Data Collection and Analysis
DIS905 - Dissertation Writing and Defense
DIS999 - Final Defense and Publication
Dissertation
The 12-credit dissertation is the culmination of the DBA program. Students conduct independent, original research to address a real-world business problem, demonstrate mastery of research methods, and contribute meaningful insights to the field of business administration. The final dissertation is defended before a university-appointed doctoral committee.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the DBA program will be able to:
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Design, conduct, and disseminate rigorous applied research using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methodologies that contributes original knowledge to business practice and industry innovation;
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Synthesize leadership, organizational, and strategic management theories to formulate evidence-based solutions to complex business challenges;
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Evaluate organizational systems and design strategic change initiatives that enhance resilience, adaptability, and sustained competitive advantage;
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Analyze global economic systems, regulatory environments, and cross-cultural dynamics to design sustainable international business strategies;
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Integrate advanced financial modeling, economic forecasting, and operational analytics to formulate strategies that drive long-term organizational performance and sustainability;
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Critically evaluate ethical, governance, and social responsibility challenges and design responsible decision-making frameworks aligned with organizational and stakeholder values;
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Assess emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and advanced analytics—and design digital transformation strategies that enhance competitive positioning; and
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Communicate complex research findings and strategic insights persuasively to executive, industry, policy, and academic audiences to influence organizational and business policy decisions.
This program ensures that graduates are prepared to advance into executive leadership, academic research, or high-level consulting roles with the ability to lead change, solve critical business challenges, and shape the future of global enterprise.