St. Louis,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Business Administration in Saint Louis United States | University of Missouri-St. Louis
University of Missouri-St. Louis
|
Saint Louis United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,232
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The UMSL Doctor of Business Administration is a three-year program following a cohort model, featuring a flexible structure with minimal on-campus requirements. Students attend just two weekend sessions per term on campus.
Participants progress through the UMSL DBA program together as a group, meeting in person for two weekends each semester while continuing academic collaboration through online platforms. The curriculum spans contemporary business subjects during the initial two years, followed by dedicated dissertation research in the final year.
This program cultivates management scholars within an academic environment led by distinguished faculty known for their research contributions and graduate teaching excellence, while maintaining strong industry connections.
As part of the Executive DBA Council's global network of doctoral programs, the UMSL DBA program is represented by Dr. Ekin Pellegrini, its Founding Director, who currently holds the position of President-Elect on the EDBAC board.
Designed for experienced professionals, the UMSL DBA equips executives with advanced research capabilities to address complex organizational challenges. The curriculum emphasizes practical research methodologies, enhancing participants' ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business situations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are expected to hold an MBA or other relevant advanced degree from an acceptable academic institution and to have ten years of significant professional and/or senior level management experience with high levels of responsibility. In exceptional cases, individuals without an advanced degree but other forms of advanced education and substantial managerial experience may be considered, other experience or qualifications may also compensate for less than 10 years of professional or managerial experience.
In reviewing applications, the admission committee considers:
Proficiency in written and oral English
Significant professional achievements including oral presentations, written works, leadership on major
projects, and participation in professional development activities
Background knowledge in the functional areas of business and commerce (accounting and finance, marketing, human resource management, corporate and competitive strategy, information systems and operations management)
Professional expertise and certifications
Creative leadership, continuing intellectual development, and community engagement.
Materials Required:
Official transcript(s). Scanned transcripts will be sufficient for the preliminary application. Official
transcripts from each university attended will be required for final acceptance.
R'sum or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
Names and contact information of two people who can provide insights into your academic
potential and ability to think critically.
Two essays (Statement of Commitment and Statement of Research Interest)
Note for international applicants: All international students need to submit a valid English-proficiency score of 100plus on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT exam or 7plus on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.
In reviewing applications, the admission committee considers:
Proficiency in written and oral English
Significant professional achievements including oral presentations, written works, leadership on major
projects, and participation in professional development activities
Background knowledge in the functional areas of business and commerce (accounting and finance, marketing, human resource management, corporate and competitive strategy, information systems and operations management)
Professional expertise and certifications
Creative leadership, continuing intellectual development, and community engagement.
Materials Required:
Official transcript(s). Scanned transcripts will be sufficient for the preliminary application. Official
transcripts from each university attended will be required for final acceptance.
R'sum or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
Names and contact information of two people who can provide insights into your academic
potential and ability to think critically.
Two essays (Statement of Commitment and Statement of Research Interest)
Note for international applicants: All international students need to submit a valid English-proficiency score of 100plus on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT exam or 7plus on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.
Tuition
USD
13,232