The PhD is a Doctor of Philosophy in International Business Management. The program requires 68 credits, including a teaching or publishing requirement. The PhD allows you to specialize in Finance, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Learning and Development, International Business, or Strategic Technology Management. The PhD is a good fit if you want a traditional qualification for careers in academia (professor, researcher, administrator). The DBA is a Doctor of Business Administration. The program requires 54 credits, and has a multidisciplinary curriculum. The DBA is a good fit for students with careers in industry and who want a professional doctorate. Many students choose the DBA for the intellectual challenge, to address a relevant research topic within their business, to prepare for a move into a senior executive management role, or to start their own business. Read our article outlining the difference between a DBA and a PhD here.