Ph.D. in Business for Executives
Stillwater , United States
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Tuition Fee
USD 139,500
Per course
Start Date
2026-09-01
Medium of studying
Blended
Duration
3 years
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Details
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Business Administration
Area of study
Business and Administration
Education type
Blended
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
USD 139,500
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Ph.D. in Business for Executives Program
The Ph.D. in Business for Executives program at Oklahoma State University allows students to earn a Ph.D. in Business Administration while maintaining a full-time career.
Requirements
To be eligible for the program, applicants must have:
- Extensive industry and managerial experience
- A keen understanding of current challenges faced by organizations and leaders
- Proven leadership, astute critical thinking, and excellent written and verbal communication
- A distinguished academic record with a master's degree or higher from an accredited university
Application Process
The application process involves the following steps:
- Application Checklist
- Online application: select Business Administration – Option in Executive Research, PhD
- Supplemental essay questions
- Résumé
- Transcripts
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- GMAT or GRE is not required
- Important Dates
- Early Action Dates:
- Sept. 1, 2025: Submit the Graduate College online application
- Sept. 8, 2025: Invitations sent for Research Workshop
- Sept. 19, 2025: Deadline to Register for Research Workshop
- Nov. 8, 2025: Participate in Research Workshop (attendance required)
- Dec. 15, 2025: Submit research proposal
- Jan. 12, 2026: Offer letters sent
- Jan. 30, 2026: Deadline to accept offer
- Regular Decision Dates:
- Feb. 1, 2026: Submit the Graduate College online application
- Feb. 9, 2026: Invitations sent for Research Workshop
- Feb. 20, 2026: Deadline to Register for Research Workshop
- March 7, 2026: Participate in Research Workshop (attendance required)
- April 6, 2026: Submit research proposal
- May 4, 2026: Offer letters sent
- May 18, 2026: Deadline to accept offer
Tuition
The cost of the program, if completed in three years, is $139,500 (subject to increase). This includes required books, selected software, materials, and graduation events. Students are responsible for travel, lodging, and meals, with the exception of some lunches, breaks, and receptions during residencies.
Accreditation
The Spears School of Business is an AACSB accredited institution.
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