Empowering Scholar-Practitioners Who Think Critically, Lead Strategically, and Act with Purpose

A Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a transformative degree for experienced professionals ready to move beyond traditional academics and into research-driven leadership, innovation, and impact.

Excelsior University’s hybrid DBA program immerses students in applied learning experiences that connect research to practice. From core coursework in strategy, analytics, and consulting to interdisciplinary exploration, students can align their doctoral work with their career aspirations, whether in executive leadership, academia, or beyond.

Key Details

  • Courses are taken online, with two in-person residencies that combine flexibility with face-to-face networking, mentoring, and research support.
  • Applicants must hold a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and have a minimum of five years of professional experience managing people and projects.
  • Students can choose an applied research project or a three-paper model for their final dissertation.

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