DBA Business Administration (Supply Chain Management) at Arizona State University

Programme overview

The Doctor of Business Administration program with a concentration in supply chain management equips you to lead global supply chain innovation and transformation. Covering key areas like logistics management, operations management and supply management, this flexible program combines immersive on-campus sessions and iCourse coursework. GI Bill® benefits This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.

Faculty: W. P. Carey School of Business | Department: WPC Graduate Programs | Duration: 60 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tempe, AZ, United States

What you will study

60 credit hours, an oral comprehensive exam, a written comprehensive exam, a prospectus and a dissertation Required Core (3 credit hours) DBA 721 Research Seminar I: Research in Action (3) Concentration (9 credit hours) SCM 705 Supply Management (3) SCM 707 Logistic Management (3) SCM 722 Analytical Research Methods (3) Electives (24 credit hours) Research (12 credit hours) DBA 792 Research (12) Culminating Experience (12 credit hours) DBA 799 Dissertation (12) Additional Curriculum Information Students should see their program advisor for an approved list of elective coursework.

Career pathways

Through innovative coursework, participation in cutting-edge research and co-curricular experiences led by world-class faculty and supply chain experts, graduates are prepared to solve the world's most pressing supply chain issues. DBA students are prepared for roles in: consulting educational institutions senior management

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and W. P. Carey School of Business. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in an applicable master's degree program. Applicants are required to submit: graduate admissions application and application fee official transcripts personal statement professional resume three letters of recommendation proof of English proficiency Additional Application Information An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026 in a testing center; 6.5 on the IELTS; or 105 on the Duolingo English test.

Domestic applicants: USD 13,327 a year (2026-27). Arizona resident tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads Source

International applicants: USD 24,780 a year (2026-27). International tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads ar Source

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer; the terms available for each programme are listed in Degree Search.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each programme office and listed in Degree Search. The nonrefundable application fee is $75 for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA and international online students outside the U.S., and $120 for international students on a nonimmigrant visa studying in the U.S.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.asu.edu/apply/graduate/admission

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