Overview

The Business Administration program from University of Missouri–St. Louis helps candidates gain expertise in applied research by improving their methodological and analytical skills, through practical application of academic theory.

Features

The UMSL Doctor of Business Administration program is a three-year, cohort-based program that offers a flexible format, with limited visits to campus. Over the course of the program, participants make only two weekend trips to campus per term.

UMSL DBA students move through the program in a cohort and meet face-to-face two weekends each semester, then engage and collaborate with faculty and students in the online learning platform for discussions. The first two years cover an array of cutting-edge business and management topics and the third year is spent focusing on the candidate’s dissertation research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Modeling

Scientific Inquiry in Business

Qualitative Research Methods

The Role of Accounting Information in Firms and Markets

Managing Talent for Strategic Advantage

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Business Administration View 135 other PhDs in Business Administration in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application.

Résumé or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.).

Application fee: $50.

Names and contact information of two people who can provide insights into your academic potential and ability to think critically.

Official transcript(s). Scanned transcripts will be sufficient for the preliminary application. Official transcripts from each university attended will be required for final acceptance.

Two essays: Statement of Commitment & Statement of Research Interest. Use the form below to download the Admission Requirements Guide for more detail.

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Saint Louis

1015 - 1530 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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