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Business Administration
Doctor of Business AdministrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Aim to take your career to new heights with an online Doctor of Business Administration from University of Maryland Global Campus. Join a community of accomplished colleagues and learn from globally diverse faculty as you strive to gain sophisticated knowledge for executive-level roles in business and management.Â
Program Highlights
- Manage with evidence: Conduct evidence-based research and use social science knowledge to inform decision-making.Â
- Collaborate effectively: Lead, facilitate, and collaborate with a variety of individuals and diverse teams.Â
- Analyze research: Conduct and analyze quantitative and qualitative research to solve complex problems.Â
- Communicate clearly: Communicate clearly and professionally at the doctoral level. Â
- Make smart decisions: Use logic and organized thinking to make clear decisions that inform strategic actions. Â
- Apply theory: Demonstrate an understanding of, and ability to apply, formal management theory.  Â
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 48 credits. Take the following courses in the order listed:Â
Prerequisite CourseÂ
- (3 Credits, DBA 600)Â
Please note: This is an 11-week prerequisite course for admission to the program. A completed application for admission, including all documents described in the program admission requirements section, must be submitted by the application deadline in order to be considered for this course.Â
Core CoursesÂ
- (6 Credits, DBA 800)Â
- (6 Credits, DBA 810)Â
- (6 Credits, DBA 820)Â
- (6 Credits, DBA 830)Â
- (6 Credits, DBA 840)Â
- (6 Credits, DBA 850)Â
Dissertation Courses Â
- (4 Credits, DBA 860)Â
- (4 Credits, DBA 870)Â
- (4 Credits, DBA 880)Â
Career Preparation
This program is designed to enhance competencies that are applicable in a wide variety of institutions and organizations.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
To succeed in this online doctorate program, you are expected to haveÂ
- Executive-level experience in a management or business fieldÂ
- Familiarity with scholarly writing and graduate-level writing skillsÂ
- Motivation to do applied researchÂ
- Intellectual curiosity to engage in scholarly discourseÂ
Total Program Credits
48
Transfer Credits
None
Format
- No transfer credits accepted
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
- Program restrictions apply
- Two-day residency required each term
Tuition Per Credit
- $1087 per credit
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
Admission to the DBA program is competitive and based on a number of factors. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission to the program. See the program admission requirements on the DBA webpage for more details.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Business Administration
Master of Business AdministrationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Earn an MBA entirely online in just 16 months for about $21,000. The online Master of Business Administration program at University of Maryland Global Campus is designed for busy professionals looking to gain the skills and knowledge that today’s employers need. Learn from faculty members who are active or former professionals in industry, government, and non-profit organizations and discuss course concepts with classmates who have a range of professional and life experiences. Course materials are available as no-cost electronic resources through UMGC's online classroom for most courses in this online program, so you can save money on textbooks. And, the GMAT is not required for admission!
Program Highlights
Gain knowledge: Apply knowledge of business administration and management by integrating and applying principles from key functional disciplines of business. Â
Lead ethically: Exemplify ethical leadership by making ethical business decisions while demonstrating leadership skills, teamwork, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Â
Implement a plan: Create business strategy by conducting research, analyzing and interpreting findings, and implementing a business plan. Â
Generate ideas: Engage in innovative and critical thinking by generating and evaluating entrepreneurial ideas and formulating, evaluating, and implementing business solutions. Â
Solve problems: Make decisions and solve problems in a global context by framing business decisions in the context of a global environment. Â
Transform data: Transform data into insights by using data analytics and technological approaches to analyze information and make evidence-based decisions. Â
Communicate effectively: Formulate and deliver communications by communicating effectively in various settings to diverse stakeholders.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 30 credits. You’ll take 18 credits of core courses, 9 credits chosen from specialization areas, and a 3-credit capstone.
Core Courses
- (3 Credits, BMGT 610)
- (3 Credits, FIN 610)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 605)
- (3 Credits, HRMD 650)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 600)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 620)
Elective/Specialization Courses
Take three 3-credit courses in one of our specializations (outlined under Select MBA Elective Courses) for a total of 9 credits. We recommend you complete your core courses first, then your three specialization courses, before wrapping up with your capstone.
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, BMGT 690)
Career Preparation
This online program is designed to help you prepare for management careers in business, government, or nonprofit organizations. UMGC's online MBA program courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you have strong writing and analytical skills as well as basic IT knowledge before starting the MBA program.
Total Program Credits
30
Transfer Credits
None
Format
- Transfer up to 12 credits
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $694 per credit (in-state)
- $694 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Acquisition & Contract Management
Master of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
The online master’s degree in acquisition and contract management at University of Maryland Global Campus can help prepare you for careers in government and commercial organizations across multiple industries. Learn to navigate ongoing demands for the implementation of performance-based contracts and competitive sourcing. The program addresses many challenges faced by government contracting for specialized acquisitions, including contracts for services, research and development, and information technology.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
Take the following courses in the order listed:
Foundation Course
- (6 Credits, DCL 600M)
Core Courses
- (6 Credits, ACM 610)
- (6 Credits, ACM 620)
- (6 Credits, ACM 630)
- (6 Credits, ACM 640)
- (6 Credits, ACM 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for the FAC-COR and FAC-C certification exams.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
For this program, we recommend that you have basic skills in the areas of computing and information technology. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Exactly 6
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $534 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
