Program Overview

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration – Management Information Systems is a graduate program designed to develop scholars who produce compelling original research and share knowledge through teaching.

Degree Description

The PhD program in Management Information Systems aims to develop scholars who produce compelling original research that is published in the best journals in the field and who share knowledge through the practice of teaching. The program has four learning objectives:

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of theory and methods used in the chosen field and related disciplines.
• Learn how to execute quality research, including the ability to plan, organize, design, construct, and execute research to assess/test research questions and/or hypotheses.
• Develop the ability to effectively communicate research in writing and oral presentations.
• Become effective teachers.

The program's principal focus is the managerial pillar, with a strength in behavioral research methods.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the program include:

• GMAT or GRE, taken within 5 years of the time of application
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• Transcripts

Student Opportunities

Conference funding is generally available for students presenting a paper if the budget allows for it.

Career Opportunities

The program prepares students for careers as university professors.

Career Placements

Graduates of the program have been placed at institutions such as:

• Baylor University
• City University of Hong Kong
• Gonzaga University
• Sacramento State
• San Jose State University
• University of British Columbia
• University of Memphis
• University of Virginia
• Utah State University
• University of North Carolina, Charlotte
• Central Michigan University
• Western Michigan University

International Student Requirements

International students may need to surpass the Graduate School’s minimum English language proficiency exam scores for this program. The minimum scores are:

• 7.5 IELTS
• 90 MELAB
• 62 Pearson
• 92-93 TOEFLI

Program Details

• Graduate Students in Program: 5
• Students Receiving Assistantships: 5
• Priority Deadlines:
  • Fall: January 10
• Campus: Pullman