Sullivan University

What you'll study

The curriculum combines research methods, management theory, seminars and a substantial dissertation component. Representative courses shown in the programme materials include:

• GRAD 710 Research Design and Analysis (4 credits)
• GRAD 712 Quantitative Research and Analysis (4 credits)
• GRAD 716 Qualitative Research and Analysis (4 credits)
• GRAD 717 Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis (4 credits)
• GRAD 718 Advanced Quantitative Research and Analysis (4 credits)
• GRAD 719 Mixed Methods Research and Design (4 credits)
• MGT 711 Organizations and External Environments (4 credits)
• MGT 712 Seminar in Strategic Management (4 credits)
• MGT 713 Individual and Group Behavior in Organizations (4 credits)
• MGT 714 Seminar in Human Capital Management (4 credits)
• MGT 715 Managing Innovation and Change in Organizations (4 credits)
• MGT 795 Proposal Development (4 credits)
• MGT 797 Ph.D. Program Residency (0 credits)
• MGT 798 Comprehensive Doctoral Exam (2 credits)
• MGT 799 Dissertation Research (16 credits)
• MGT 728 Contemporary Topics (4 credits)
• MGT 730 Directed Readings (4 credits)

The programme emphasizes a sequence of rigorous research-methods courses (quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods), disciplinary seminars in strategic and human capital topics, proposal development, comprehensive examination and an extended dissertation research phase.

Entry requirements

Admissions are selective. Candidates are evaluated on graduate GPA, managerial experience, a career-goals essay, demonstrated research aptitude and professional recommendations. Time to completion varies with course load, developmental courses where required, transfer credit, and continuous enrollment.

Career prospects

Graduates gain credentials for roles that bridge scholarship and practice, for example faculty positions in teaching, organizational research roles, management training and leadership positions that require applied research skills. The curriculum is designed to produce research with practical application for organizations.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial assistance is available to applicants who qualify. The university notes potential options such as Federal Student Aid, scholarships, transfer-credit considerations, employer assistance, loans and grants, and military discounts; applicants are advised to consult admissions or financial-aid offices for eligibility and application details.