Doctoral Programs
Indiana Tech offers two doctoral programs.

Which path is right for you?
As you consider the doctoral offerings at Indiana Tech, you may question which one is the right choice for your career goals and professional aspirations.
PhD in Global Leadership
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Target Audience
Individuals eager to shape the future of business theory and engage in high-level academic or research careers.
Experienced professionals who want to advance their careers and become experts in evidence-based problem-solving.
Career Path
Ideal for students who aspire to academic careers, research positions, or consulting roles where advanced research skills are key.
Designed for practitioners seeking senior management, consulting, or leadership roles, as well as those pursing careers in business education.
Curriculum
A research-intensive program emphasizing rigorous methodologies and theoretical frameworks.
Focus on real-world case studies, simulations and leadership development to sharpen decision-making skills.
Concentrations
Organizational Leadership, Global Health Leadership, Higher Education Administration, Business Administration (for MBA graduates only)
Business Strategy, Health Care Management, Marketing
Final Milestone
Traditional dissertation defense
Applied business project
In-Person Requirement
Three on-campus Immersion Weekends
One on-campus residency
Cost per Credit Hour
$935
$750
Regardless of your choice, you can be confident that you’re enrolling in a high-quality, rigorous academic experience designed to advance your knowledge and skills. The best choice depends on your personal goals, professional experience and future aspirations.
Ultimately, your decision should align with where you see yourself making the greatest impact.
Doctoral Programs Information Session
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm EST
Join us for an online info session about Indiana Tech’s Doctoral Programs. Learn about program offerings, admission requirements, and scholarship options.

Accreditation

Business programs at Indiana Tech—including our Doctor of Business Administration and PhD in Global Leadership—are accredited through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), the leader in mission-driven and outcomes-based programmatic accreditation for business education worldwide. For a list of accredited programs, please view our IACBE member status page.
Indiana Tech is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Upcoming Schedule
Session 5 Registration Deadline
Apr 24, 2026
Session 6 Registration Deadline
Apr 24, 2026
Session 5
May 11, 2026 -
Jun 21, 2026
Session 6
May 11, 2026 -
Jul 5, 2026
Session 7 Registration Deadline
Jun 19, 2026
Session 7
Jul 6, 2026 -
Aug 16, 2026