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DBA in Accounting

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program with a specialization in Accounting is designed to elevate candidates into prominent business and financial leadership roles. The curriculum focuses on mastering complex areas such as accounting and financial reporting, while also fostering innovative leadership strategies.

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Walsh is accredited as an institution by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Individual degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Overview

Program Overview

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a terminal business degree designed to equip graduates with advanced business knowledge essential for roles as business leaders, consultants, and educators. The program emphasizes applied research, allowing students to solve practical business problems and demonstrate expertise in their chosen area of interest.

Key features

Tailored for working professionals, the DBA is a part-time program that combines online coursework with Zoom-enabled remote learning, alongside on-campus engagement opportunities for local students. The curriculum blends theory and practice, providing students with the skills to evaluate and address complex business challenges. The 60-hour program includes Research and Methods courses, followed by a Preliminary Exam and a 15-hour dissertation.

Program Duration and Enrollment Details

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Duration

3 Years Doctroate Degree

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Intake

  • Fall: Sept –Dec
  • Winter: Jan – March
  • Spring: April – June
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Fee Structure

AED 68,775 / Year

*VAT 5% inclusive

Academic & Application Requirements

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Admission Requirements

  • Possess a master’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from an accredited college or university.
  • Have a minimum of two years of professional work experience.
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Application Materials

  • Provide a professional resume or CV.
  • Submit a written letter of intent in business prose, outlining the reasons for selecting the PhD program at Walsh College, expectations for the program, and the applicant's intended area of academic interest and research.

Accreditations & Recognition

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Course Structure

Core Courses | Credits

DCT 700Doctoral Studies Seminar3
RES 711Research Methods: Introduction And Scope3
RES 712Qualitative And Exploratory Research Methods3
RES 713Quantitative Research Methods I: Data Management And Non-Experimental3
RES 714Quantitative Research Methods II: Experimental And Statistical3
DCT 701Comprehensive Examination For Doctorate0
DIS 796Dissertation I - Chapter 13
DIS 797Dissertation II – Chapter 23
DIS 798Dissertation III – Chapter 33
DIS 799Dissertation Iv- Chapter 43
DIS 800Dissertation V – Chapter 53

Residency Courses | Credits

RSD 801Doctoral Residency I1
RSD 802Doctoral Residency II1
RSD 803Doctoral Residency III1

Concentrations (SELECT ONE)

Accounting | Credits

ACC 732Accounting And Financial Reporting In The Global Economy3
ACC 733Financial Accounting Theory & Analysis3
ACC 734Seminar In Empirical Accounting Research3
ACC 735Applied Research In Accounting Topics3
BTC 701Organizational Resilience Framework3
ECN 724The Consequences Of Economic Development For Business3
FIN 748Financial And Economic Model Analysis3
IT 701Innovation, Risk, And Cybersecurity3
MGT 765High Performance Leadership3

General Business | Credits

ACC 732Accounting And Financial Reporting In The Global Economy3
BTC 701Organizational Resilience Framework3
ECN 724The Consequences Of Economic Development For Business3
FIN 748Financial And Economic Model Analysis3
IT 701Innovation, Risk, And Cybersecurity3
MGT 765High Performance Leadership3
MGT 709Sustainability And Ethical Business Practices3
MKT 743Marketing Strategy, Structures, And Systems3
MGT 722Managing Organizational Development And Change3

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Community Engagement & Events

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Walsh College Awarded Top Tier Global DBA Ranking by CEO Magazine

Admissions/Advising Walsh News | By Tara Weiner | March 1,2024

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Walsh College Ranked #1 for Best Online DBA and Top 10 for Online Master's in IT (2024)

Admissions/Advising Walsh News | By Tara Weiner | January 23,2024

Article 3

How to Choose a Doctoral Program That’s Right for You

Admissions/Advising | By Tara Weiner | November 15,2023

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