Dual degree options allow M.A. or M.B.A. candidates to pursue a second graduate degree in another college. For information on M.A. programs, see the respective departmental listings in this section of the Catalog. The Ph.D. program in business administration is designed for students preparing for research positions in business and government or for research and teaching positions at academic institutions. The program is flexible, permitting students to choose an area of specialization according to their interests. Course work and related experience enable students to achieve competence in economic theory, statistical methods, and behavioral science as well as expertise in a major and minor area of study.
Students also have opportunities to develop research and teaching skills.
Most students, including all with master's degrees from programs accredited by the International Association for Management Education, take 60 semester hours of course work. Interested students should contact individual departments for complete program information. Core Courses Core courses develop research competence and provide background for specialized study. Doctoral candidates consult with their advisers to develop a plan of study that reflects the background and interests of individual students and satisfies core requirements. Minor Area of Study Students must complete a minimum of 9 semester hours of doctoral-level courses beyond the Ph.D. core course requirements.