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Why choose Capella?
Whether you want to teach, consult, or lead, Capella’s flexible online doctoral business programs provide skills and knowledge to move your career forward as well as fit your schedule.
Quarterly Tuition Maximum
You pay a $5,000 flat-rate tuition maximum when taking six or more credits, or $965 per credit when taking up to five credits.*
Virtual Residencies to Develop Expertise
You’ll begin work on your dissertation during your first doctoral project seminar—completing 2 of 16 dissertation milestones before your comprehensive exams.
A Mentor for You
You'll be matched with a post-comprehensive exam program mentor, who will assist and support you as you progress forward.
Transfer up to 12 Credits
You may be able to save time and money by transferring credits from regionally accredited or internationally recognized institutions.
Full Access to WSJ
We’ve teamed with The Wall Street Journal to give business students full digital access to timely, relevant business news.
*Cost of each residency is included in the $5,000 quarterly tuition maximum; travel, lodging, meals and other expenses are not included.
Our Unique Doctoral Structure
Our PhD in Business Management program is designed to remove roadblocks for you and demystify the dissertation process. This unique approach centers on supporting you in three ways: through program structure, a dedicated faculty and support team, and online resources. To help generate momentum toward graduation, you’ll begin your dissertation early in the program. Our faculty, support team, and online resources will help guide you every step of the way.
Program specializations
Learn more about admissions requirements, costs, and courses for your specialization.
To meet an ACBSP requirement, graduation data and performance analyses are available.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Relevant blog posts
Whether you’re considering a return to school, exploring new career paths, or seeking ways to improve your job performance, the Capella Blog has relevant articles to support your goals.
What's the ROI for a PhD?
Is a PhD worth the investment of time, money, and energy?
PhD in Business Management vs. Doctor of Business Administration
Two doctoral programs focused on business. What are the differences, and which one is right for you?
Capella Becomes Member of International Business Honor Society
Capella students have the opportunity to join Delta Mu Delta, an international honor society.
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