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PhD of Business Administration

Irvine, United States
3.33 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

Master of Business Administration is a 36-credit fully online master's degree from North Central College's business school.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension if the doctorate is STEM-designated (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop advanced knowledge of Business Administration and interpret organisational evidence
Evaluate strategic options
And communicate informed business decisions.

Career outcomes

Advanced management and business leadership roles
Promotions and career change within business

Curriculum

Twelve courses (36 credit hours): 15 credits of core courses covering business fundamentals such as analytics and strategic management
12 credits of business administration courses and 9 credits of electives or a specialisation. Courses are asynchronous online
In seven-week sessions.

Entry requirements

Academic

Master degree from an accredited institution with 2.5 GPA
Graduate English standard: IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79 (legacy)
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 58.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Master degree or equivalent from an accredited institution with 2.5 GPA, Or Admissions Committee review, Writing placement test before dissertation courses

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 58
Cambridge 170

Documents you’ll need

Official academic transcripts and qualifications
Evidence of English language proficiency or approved alternative
Additional programme-specific admissions documents when required

How to apply

Check the doctoral entry requirements (graduate standards) and the session deadline at the official university website. Apply online at the official university website (application fee 50 USD). Upload master-degree transcripts (NACES evaluation accepted)
English proof (e.g. IELTS 6.0
Duolingo 105) and the Sponsor Affidavit and Financial Verification forms. Receive the offer and pay the tuition deposit to enrol. Receive the I-20
prepare with the F-1 visa interview guide and apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,560 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Irvine
Faculty or school	College of Business
Department	Business Administration
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension if the doctorate is STEM-designated (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)
Scholarship note	_

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3.33 years.