Curriculum and Completion Requirements
Curriculum
Minimum Degree Requirements
- Doctoral Writing Assessment (0 quarter cr.)
- Foundation courses (5 quarter cr.)
- Core business course (5 quarter cr.)
- Business strategy course (5 quarter cr.)
- Research methods courses (15 quarter cr.)
- Specialization courses (15 quarter cr.)
- Completion of Business Research Project
- Business Research Project mentoring (3 quarter cr.)
- Business Research Project completion courses (4 stages at 5 quarter cr. each)
- Two face-to-face academic residencies
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Walden students have up to 8 years to complete their doctoral program unless they petition for an extension.
In general, students are continuously registered in the doctoral study course until they complete their capstone project and it is approved. This usually takes longer than the minimum required terms in the doctoral study course shell.
Please refer to Walden’s catalog for more information about degree requirements.
This sequence represents the minimum time to completion. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-879-3431.
Admissions
Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Specialist who’ll guide you through every step—from choosing the right program to paying for your education.
Streamlined Admissions Process
Earning your DBA in Human Resource Management specialization is a bold step forward on your professional path. Walden makes it easier with our streamlined admissions process that includes:
No application fee
Easy credit transfer
No essay
Completed online application and transcripts. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.
Tuition Breakdown
You have big plans for your future. That’s why Walden offers ways to reduce your Doctor of Business Administration program tuition costs and make your degree more attainable. These include:
Federal and state grants
Special tuition savings
Believe & Achieve Scholarship
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| Curriculum | Requirements | Cost | Total* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition-Coursework | 45 quarter credits | $695 per quarter hour for coursework credits | $31,275^ |
| Tuition - Business Research Project | 23 quarter credits | $695 per quarter hour for doctoral study/project credits | $15,985^ |
| Program Fee | $180 per quarter | $1,620^ | |
| Residency Fee | Two Residencies | $1,420 (virtual) $1,520 (in-person: travel, lodging and other expenses are additional) | $2,840-$3,040 |
$51,720+ | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$3,475 | ||
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $500 to $2,000
^This assumes students successfully complete their coursework on the first attempt. and reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.
+The total cost calculation assumes virtual residency. Tuition and time to complete vary by student and may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships, or other tuition reductions. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.
†*Represents Doctor of Business Administration minimum time to completion and Believe and Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe and Achieve Scholarship based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
For all graduates of the DBA program over the three-year period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2024, the median time to completion was 5.0 years and the median tuition and fees charged were $83,622. These figures reflect only those students who graduated from the DBA program in any specialization and are not reflective of the entire DBA enrollment population. Historical statistics may not be predictive or representative of how long it will take individual students to complete their degrees.
For additional Believe & Achieve scholarship information, see Grants and Scholarships.
Doctoral Experience
How will I learn?
YOUR DOCTORAL JOURNEY
The path to your online doctoral program won’t be easy, but Walden is here to provide support, resources, and encouragement at every stage of your journey.
FOCUS ON YOUR PASSION
Get help choosing a doctoral research topic that reflects your interests. Learn how you can use the findings to create meaningful change.
ACADEMIC RESIDENCIES
Broaden your knowledge, engage with peers and faculty, and shape your professional identity during this valuable doctoral learning experience.