DBA – Doctor of Business Administration
Redefine the Business Industry Through Your Calling.
Regent University’s fully online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is for those who want to be prepared for executive positions or consulting by applying business theories and concepts to the complex realities of business operations. This program examines business operations and strategies that effectively renew and transform organizations while giving you a competitive edge. You can also gain advice on career choice, networking skills and professional development from seasoned business professionals through the Executive Mentor Program.
Advance Your Career
Gain the expertise to lead within and transform various sectors of the business world.
Influence the Culture
Integrate advanced business practices with a Christ-centered worldview.
Learn from the Best
Receive mentorship from faculty who hold the highest degrees in their field and seasoned business professionals through the Executive Mentor Program.
Align Yourself With Excellence Through Regent’s Doctor In Business Administration
Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for four years (2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023). Our programs have also been recognized among the Top 5 Best Graduate Online Business (Non-MBA) Programs in Virginia for 9 consecutive years (2015-23).
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing your DBA, you can:
- Commit to a continuous search for innovative ideas that reengineer approaches to business.
- Increase theoretical understanding, reflective inquiry, and innovative applications of business disciplines.
- Better serve as a senior Christian business executive and scholar in the global economy.
Career Opportunities
- Senior Business Executive
- Senior Marketing Executive
- Market Research Analyst
- Senior Finance Executive or Senior Accounting Executive
- Consultant
- University Business Faculty Member
- Entrepreneur or Business Owner
- C-Suite Administrator
Through its applied multidisciplinary approach, you will effectively analyze business theory and practice to lead others to success at the corporate level.
Learn MoreYou can become grounded in theory and research to strategize innovative, world-changing approaches to business.
Learn MoreYou can gain the necessary evidence-based skills for effective business leadership strategies and become a servant-leader in your field.
Learn MoreBe prepared to lead within financial institutions & wealth management firms, or become a leader in financial planning.
Learn MoreLearn effective strategies for business practices and overseeing people and resources preparing you for senior-level positions or to educate.
Learn MoreBecome an expert communicator and lead the conversation of ethical and strategic marketing tactics.
Learn MoreGain a business-perspective to advanced leadership theory and practice along with become prepared for high-levels of leadership.
Learn MoreThis program is a minimum of 54 credit hours in length, with 33 credit hours of core courses, 12 credit hours of concentration courses and 9 credit hours of final doctoral project work. The core courses are outlined as follows:
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Part-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
Doctor in Business Administration (DBA) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Business (PhD) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
Doctor in Business Administration (DBA) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Business (PhD) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |