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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Pursue Your Online Doctor of Business Administration Degree at Post University!

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Expand your business expertise and explore new perspectives with Post University’s online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program. This terminal degree is designed for experienced professionals who want to engage in applied research, refine their strategic leadership abilities, and gain deeper insights into complex business challenges.

With a curriculum rooted in real-world application, this online DBA program offers opportunities to analyze industry trends, explore innovative business solutions, and enhance decision-making skills in a dynamic global marketplace.

What Can You Do With a Doctor of Business Administration?

Earning a DBA from Post University could help prepare you for executive leadership roles, senior management positions, consulting careers, or academic roles such as professor or program director. Graduates of our online DBA degree program will have had the opportunity to participate in learning experiences designed to help equip them to influence business strategies, lead complex organizations, and drive innovation across industries.

Visit the University Catalog >> for Curriculum, Course Descriptions, and Program Outcomes.

Industry-Focused Curriculum for Professional Skills

Emphasizing a practitioner-focused education and created by industry professionals, coursework for our Doctor of Business Administration degree online program is designed to help you build competencies and professional skills to:

  • Use original research to create solutions to business problems
  • Develop socially responsible and ethically-based business strategies
  • Communicate with clarity and precision in discourse and writing
  • Construct solutions with both business practices and the environment in mind
  • Apply current and emerging business theories and practices

Doctor of Business Administration Specializations

Post University’s online DBA degree offers four areas of specialization that let you customize your education to your goals.

Accounting
 Dive deep into advanced accounting strategies with coursework in data analytics, risk management, and current issues in accounting.

Leadership
Explore courses on innovation leadership in the digital age, virtuous leadership, and the current and emerging issues that challenge today’s and tomorrow’s business leaders.
Project Management
Develop an advanced understanding of project management issues and challenges with coursework in change management, risk management, and global project management.
Social Responsibility
Examine leadership and change management, inclusion and diversity, and environmental and philanthropic social responsibility in this specialization.

Benefits of Earning an Online Doctor of Business Administration

As you pursue your Doctor of Business Administration degree online, we are with you every step of the way.

  • Receive support from a personal Post team of advisors focused on your academic success
  • Learn from industry-experienced professionals in interactive courses
  • Complete only two required residencies while working on real-world business projects and building professional connections with peers and faculty
  • Online courses emphasize practical application of business administration principles

A Word from Our Assistant Dean

“Post University’s Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is designed to provide learning experiences that could empower experienced business leaders to drive innovation, advance ethical leadership, and create sustainable solutions. Our program explores strategic thinking, adaptability, and technological expertise—key competencies useful in navigating complex business challenges—through an integrated approach that combines applied learning, research, and practical problem-solving. Graduates will have had the opportunity to develop in-depth business insights and leadership skills, helping them prepare to be visionary leaders positioned to effect meaningful, lasting change within their organizations and the broader global community.”

Dr. James Loughran
Assistant Dean of Graduate Studies

Pursue Your Doctor of Business Administration at Post!

At Post University, we are focused on your success, in and out of the classroom. A student success advisor will collaborate with you one-on-one to answer your questions and help you address challenges throughout your online DBA program. We are here to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

Looking to deepen your understanding of business leadership and strategy to support your professional growth? Contact us to learn more about our Doctor of Business Administration degree.

DBA FAQs

What is a DBA degree?
A Doctor of Business Administration degree (DBA) is a terminal, professional doctorate designed for experienced business leaders seeking to deepen their knowledge through applied research and practice-based skills.
What is the difference between a PhD and a DBA degree?
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in business generally focuses on theoretical research designed to contribute original academic knowledge, primarily preparing graduates for careers in research and academia. In contrast, a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) emphasizes practical, applied research aimed at solving real-world business problems. This approach is structured for professionals looking to enhance their strategic decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities in corporate, entrepreneurial, or academic settings.
Can I earn a Doctor of Business Administration degree online?
You could at Post University. We offer a fully online DBA degree program that provides flexibility for working professionals.
What are Doctor of Business Administration prerequisites?
DBA candidates generally hold a master’s degree, such as an MBA, and significant professional experience in management or leadership roles.
How long are DBA programs?
Typically, DBA programs are designed to be completed in about three (3) years, depending on a student’s pace and program structure.
What is the structure of the online DBA program?
Post University’s DBA program includes online coursework, applied research projects, two residencies, and a dissertation addressing practical business problems.
What courses does a DBA program include?
Common DBA courses include organizational development, strategic management, research methodologies, management theories, data-driven decision-making, and corporate social responsibility.
Is a DBA degree worth it?
A DBA degree offers an opportunity for professionals to refine their leadership abilities, enhance their decision-making processes, and deepen their understanding of applied business research. It provides a structured approach to analyzing complex business challenges, integrating innovative strategies, and engaging in high-level problem-solving. Earning one contributes to professional credibility by demonstrating a commitment to advanced knowledge and expertise in business administration, strategic management, and organizational leadership.
How hard is a DBA program?
The DBA is rigorous, requiring dedication and strong research capabilities, but Post University provides extensive academic support to help students succeed in and out of the classroom.
Not eligible for Title IV funding through the U.S. Department of Education.

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