Program Overview

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Business and Technology PhD Program

The Business and Technology PhD program at the Ivy College of Business is a full-time, residential program that focuses on theory and development and will prepare students to transition to academic positions at leading universities in the United States and abroad.

Program Overview

• The PhD program is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research.
• Beyond exceptional coursework, students' education will be enriched through participation in research seminars, collaborative projects with faculty, and involvement in academic conferences.
• As a PhD student, individuals are strongly encouraged to publish their work in leading journals, preparing them for successful future job placement.

Degrees Offered

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Area(s) of Specialization

• Entrepreneurship (Ph.D.)
• Finance (Ph.D.)
• Management (Ph.D.)
• Management Information Systems (Ph.D.)
• Marketing (Ph.D.)
• Supply Chain Management (Ph.D.)

Program Duration

• Median time to earn the doctorate: 5.0 years
• Median time to earn the master’s: No data

Learning Goals

Learning Outcomes

• Learning Outcome #1: Understanding and advancing knowledge. This objective is measured through the use of a comprehensive exam in each area of study. If a student does not pass this exam after two attempts, they are dismissed from the program.
• Learning Outcome #2: Creating knowledge through original research. The measurement for this objective is currently under review. While each of our graduates is expected to complete a dissertation, knowledge creation is also demonstrated through the submission and acceptance of peer-reviewed journal articles while in the PhD program.
• Learning Outcome #3: Ability to teach effectively in an institution of higher education. This objective is measured through student evaluations of teaching and peer evaluation of the PhD student’s teaching performance. Student evaluation of teaching is done each semester for all instructors of record.

Admission Requirements

Graduate College Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
• Academic Records/Transcripts
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement)
• Proof of English Proficiency

Program Specific Requirements

• Sample of written work is strongly encouraged
• Fulfill the academic requirements and standards
• Application Form - select BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY for major
• Program Requires GMAT (preferred)/GRE: Yes
• Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No

International Requirements

• Financial Statement: Application
• English Proficiency Minimum:
  • TOEFL Paper (PBT) | 600
  • TOEFL Internet (iBT) | 100
  • IELTS | 7
  • PTE | 68
  • Duolingo | 130

Application Requirements

Application Deadlines

• The application deadline for enrollment is January 15. Fall admissions only.
• All areas of emphasis accept students every fall, except for Finance. Finance accepts students in odd years only starting fall 2023.

Application Details

• This program is open to domestic and international students.