PhD of Business Administration
- Ottawa, United States
- 3.5 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: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): 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's degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative 3.0 GPA
- Non-business master's may need up to 15 hours of prerequisites
- Resume
- Two references
- Interview
- Statements of commitment and research interest.
Minimum GPA
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- Duolingo 110
Other requirements
- Interview required
Work experience details
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree evidence
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Curriculum vitae
- Research proposal or statement of purpose
- Recommendation letters
- Program-specific supporting documents.
How to apply
- Visit the official website for Ottawa University. Review professional doctorate admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of relevant professional background. Submit the application and required supporting documents. Complete an interview or additional selection step when required. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee. Wait for the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,895 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $200 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Ottawa, Kansas |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Angell Snyder School of Business |
| Department | Business Administration |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 56 |
| Study pace | Full-time,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible international students at Ottawa University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Eligible international students at Ottawa University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3.5 years.
Tuition is $17,895 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $200 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,700 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, Duolingo 110. An interview is required.
Eligible international students at Ottawa University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle.

