Should I pursue an
MBA or a doctorate in business?
Business doctoral programs prepare individuals for careers as professors
of management. Usually, an MBA is sufficient preparation for individuals planning to pursue a career in industry.
How long does a doctoral program usually take to complete?
On average, doctoral programs in business take four
to six years to complete.
What financial assistance is available?
Most universities offer
financial assistance to admitted doctoral students, including international students. Financial assistance usually comes in
the following forms:
Financial assistance usually
covers the costs tuition and partially covers the cost of living.
What work experience or graduate degrees are required for admissions?
Most schools do not required educational
training or work experience in business prior to applying to a business doctoral program.
The educational backgrounds of business doctoral students vary and include:
- Computer
Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- Humanities
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Operations
- Psychology
- Sociology
