Disciplines
Business Administration
Overview
This Doctor of Business Administration DBA program from Westcliff University is designed for candidates who, having already completed a Masters program, are looking to further develop their practical and theoretical knowledge of the principles that govern global business. Our DBA program emphasizes advanced decision-making and leadership skills as well as in-depth knowledge of theory and applied research.
Students have the opportunity to explore challenges facing business today, including corporate social responsibility, globalization, and managing change. In keeping with our commitment to working adult professionals, we have one of the few doctoral programs in Southern California that allows students to complete their doctoral studies in a hybrid or online format. Visit the programme website for more information
The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the program include class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, Comprehensive Learning Assessments, and a Doctoral Dissertation.
Key facts:
The program emphasizes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of theory and applied research. Doctoral students have the opportunity to explore the challenges facing business today, including corporate social responsibility, globalization, and managing change.
In keeping with our commitment to working adult professionals, we have one of the few doctoral programs in Southern California that allows students to complete their studies in a synchronous hybrid or online format.
Programme Structure
Courses include
- Leadership and Creative Solutions Implementation
- Management, Strategy, Planning and Implementation
- Financial Risk in Business
- Marketing Strategy & Consumer Behavior
- Business Research Methods
- Strategic Leadership for the 21st Century
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6
Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum academic requirements to apply to the Doctor of Business Administration Degree Program: An applicant with a Master-level degree and a 2.5 GPA from a regionally or nationally accredited institution can apply to Westcliff University.
- Master’s degrees obtained outside of the United States will only be accepted if they have been evaluated by a member in good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or another nationally recognized credentialing service. In this case, the listed U.S. degree equivalency will be used.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 24,571 AUD / year (≈ 17,620 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 23,707 AUD / year (≈ 17,000 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 23,707 AUD / year (≈ 17,000 USD / year)
Additional Details: Online: $780 per credit hour
Living costs
Irvine, United States: 2,175-3,605 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
