Business Administration (Ph.D.)
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in business administration (Ph.D.) is a scholarly, research-based program with a professional orientation. The objective of the program is to prepare individuals of superior promise and potential for careers in higher education as faculty members engaged in teaching and research and for high level administrative and research careers in the private and public sectors. Persons completing the degree program must have demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of international business, research methods, and high potential for making significant contributions to their field of specialization in business. The Ph.D. degree requires competence in basic disciplines of international business, research tools, and in one of the following concentrations: finance, information technology/supply chain management, marketing, or strategic management.
Business Administration (Ph.D.)
Description
What is Business Administration at ODU like?
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in business administration (Ph.D.) is a scholarly, research-based program with a professional orientation. The objective of the program is to prepare individuals of superior promise and potential for careers in higher education as faculty members engaged in teaching and research and for high level administrative and research careers in the private and public sectors. Persons completing the degree program must have demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of international business, research methods, and high potential for making significant contributions to their field of specialization in business. The Ph.D. degree requires competence in basic disciplines of international business, research tools, and in one of the following concentrations: finance, information technology/supply chain management, marketing, or strategic management.
Program Highlights
What makes Business Administration at ODU unique?
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The program provides a solid basis for understanding all of the latest theory relating to the four available tracks
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The advanced methodology classes allow the student to be able to handle the latest methodological issues related to their discipline
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All of our students graduate with a job in hand
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The IB concentration of four theory courses provides added value as the students are able to not only understand international/cross-cultural issues in their own fields, but they are also able to teach International Business
AT A GLANCE
College / School:
Major:
Business Administration
Degree Level:
Graduate
Delivery Mode(s):
On-Campus
Degree Earned:
Doctor of Philosophy
Department:
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
$100,270
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
$90,870
MEDIAN SALARY
Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.
Chief Executives
$196,050
MEDIAN SALARY
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Treasurers and Controllers
$143,530
MEDIAN SALARY
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
Employers
Graduates from this major have gone to work at
American University, East Carolina University, Elon College, Florida International University, Georgia Southern University, Hofstra University, Indiana State University, James Madison University, Towson University, University of Baltimore, University of North Carolina at Wilmington, University of Washington at Tacoma, Virginia Tech, and Western Washington University.
Courses
What are some courses offered in Business Administration at ODU?
BUSN 800:
Seminar in International Business
This course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the environmental issues, institutions, opportunities, challenges, problems and managerial processes that are unique to international business. Both the micro and macro contexts in which international business is conducted will be examined.
FIN 862:
Seminar in International Finance
CLASS WILL MEET IN CONST 1034
MGMT 821:
International Strategic Management
This course deals with various strategic options available to businesses operating in an international environment. It explores the literature and case materials on multinational companies and the theories and concepts relevant to the analysis of international strategic decisions. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Business Administration at ODU?
Students entering the Doctor of Philosophy program in Business Administration should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
Applicants must provide scores on the Graduate Management Admission Test or the GRE Test taken within the last five years, and provide three letters of recommendation, two from academic references, which attest to the individual’s academic potential and ability for achievement. The applicant must also submit a personal statement of goals, approximately two to three pages, on how the completion of the doctoral program will assist in achieving personal and professional career goals.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 571
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,394
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid
Teaching/Research Assistantships
In our program all admitted first year students are considered for teaching/ research assistantships. Tuition is waived for research and teaching assistantship recipients, who have completed a master’s degree, are admitted as degree-seeking students, and who are enrolled as full-time students.
Next Steps
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Graduate Program Director
Name:
Jing Zhang
Location:
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Email:
Office:
757-683-4162
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Name:
Katrina Davenport
Location:
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Office:
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Graduate Admissions
Location:
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Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-6512
Email:
gradadmit@odu.edu
International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
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