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Al Endres, Ph.D., program director for the A.M.D.S. program, leads an online open house that will provide you with an overview and a better understanding of the time commitment involved in earning your degree online.
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Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences
One of the only distance-learning doctoral programs in this field, Walden’s Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences allows you to design a program of study that incorporates your unique expertise and interests. By focusing on scholarly research you can apply immediately, you’ll gain the knowledge and credentials to have a greater impact in your profession.
The program includes
- Faculty-guided research based on your professional interests and background
- Online courses focused on building your scholarly skills
- Face-to-face residencies that prepare you for each phase of your program
Specializations
Self-Directed
- Accounting
- Engineering Management
- Finance
- Leadership and Organizational Change
- Operations Research
- Self-Designed
Hybrid (online courses and research)
For assistance deciding which specialization fits your goals, call an enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.
Other Recommended Programs
- Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.)
- Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration
- Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialization in Organizational Psychology
- Ph.D. in Education
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) with a specialization in Higher Education and Adult Learning
Benefits for Walden M.B.A. Graduates
If you have already earned your M.B.A. at Walden, you can save time and money on earning your doctoral degree by taking advantage of our 15% alumni tuition reduction.* If you have earned a management-related degree, including an M.B.A., transfer of credit may be available. Speak with your enrollment advisor for more details.
*Alumni tuition reduction not applicable for students transferring or waiving courses from other Walden programs. Not valid for Tennessee residents.
Only one tuition-reduction benefit may be applied to tuition and fees.
