Business Administration (Doctoral)

The Doctor of Business Administration Degree provides experienced business professionals and future members of academia with the skills to apply business/management theories, methods, and research to dynamically improve the organizations and communities they serve. The program emphasizes the development of new knowledge through both theory and applied research for application in the global environment. The Doctor of Business Administration degree program promotes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, lifelong learning, ethical and informed decision-making, effective communication, sustainability, and the use of information technologies in the global business management environment.

Doctoral students specialize in one of three areas. These include: Marketing, Global Management, and Global Business.

Program Goals

• Apply and evaluate effective business theories to improve the organization through the use of literature as it applies to practice and ethical business decisions
• Contribute to the body of knowledge as part of the research community by applying appropriate research methods
• Demonstrate professional communication skills appropriate for publications
• Contribute to the body of knowledge as part of the research community by demonstrating advanced knowledge and skills based on the student’s concentration

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and ensures availability of classroom space.

Credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcript directly from the previous institution by the end of a student’s first semester. Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete at least one third of the credit hours required for any graduate or post-baccalaureate professional degree through instruction offered by Keiser University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum one third of a program at any time through the University. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from all former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Keiser University does not make any blanket assurances or guarantees regarding the acceptance or transferability of credits from other institutions. Each credit evaluation is conducted on a caseby-case basis in accordance with university policy.

Keiser University may accept transfer credits from a college or university recognized by the by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). Coursework must be equivalent in content, level, and credit hours to the corresponding Keiser University course/s.

Qualified, accepted doctoral degree seeking students may transfer a maximum of 18 graduate level credits, but no more than two-thirds of the total credit hours (whichever is less), required for the program unless otherwise specified by a programmatic accreditor.

Acceptable courses will be equivalent to a B grade or higher unless otherwise specified by programmatic requirements. Courses represented with a Pass or Satisfactory grade may be transferable at the discretion of the program chair and/or appropriate program Dean.

To receive a Doctor of Business Administration degree, students must earn 60 graduate semester credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 44 months. Students are required to select one of the three specializations. Students take seven core courses for 21 credit hours (common to all specializations), 12 credit hours in research, 15 credit hours in their respective specialization, and 12 hours in the dissertation.

Students will complete (2) two residencies, the initial residency in the first year and the subsequent residency before attempting the comprehensive examination. Students will complete all coursework and the comprehensive examination prior to beginning dissertation. • Successfully complete a comprehensive examination prior to advancing to candidacy • Complete a proposal approved by a dissertation committee • Successfully defend the proposal • Complete a dissertation approved by a dissertation committee • Successfully defend the dissertation • Maintain active student status until dissertation is approved REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY To earn a Master of Accountancy degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all Master of Accountancy degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION To earn a Master of Business Administration degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours for the Professional MBA or 45 graduate semester credit hours for an MBA with an area of advanced study • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all MBA degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP To earn a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours. • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the MSOL degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION SECURITY To earn a Master of Science in Information Security from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30.0 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all MSIS degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Graduate School Dean • Complete all required core and elective courses including the final capstonebased project. REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP To earn a Master of Science in Information Technology Leadership from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30.0 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all MSITL degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School • Complete all required core and elective courses including the final capstone128 based project. • Exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY To earn a Master of Science in Financial Technology degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete at least 18 credits of the M.S. program through Keiser University REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPORT MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS To earn a Master of Science in Sport Management and Operations degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the M.S. program degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATE BUSINESS CERTIFICATE To earn a Graduate Business Certificate from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 18 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all 18 credit hours through Keiser University CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC To earn a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Complete the required course of study, at least 50% of which is completed at Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 (on a scale of 4) • A student must achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 after completing each semester at Keiser University. Students in the Doctor of Chiropractic program may be considered (on an individual basis) to have met the requirements for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) upon appeal to the Vice President of the College of Chiropractic Medicine if they have a cumulative GPA between 2.75-2.99 (for semesters 1-3), and less than a 3.0 for semesters 4-10, providing there is evidence of continuous academic progress. The graduation requirement of achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher remains unchanged for DC program students. • Demonstrate competency in all the DCP program and course objectives • Fulfill all quantitative and qualitative clinical requirements • Hold a Baccalaureate degree from a USDE recognized accredited college or university • Complete all requirements for the Doctor of Chiropractic degree within 6 years of matriculation into the program, or within 6 years of beginning a DC program (exceptions for active military service and other extenuating circumstances are reviewed by the Vice President of the College of Chiropractic Medicine and Associate Vice-Chancellor of the Graduate School) • At a minimum a first attempt on parts I, II, and III of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) examination. And registration of NBCE Part IV (prior to graduation). EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION, EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP, AND INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AND DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (EDD) IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP To earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Education degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 60 graduate semester credit hours • Complete a minimum of 42 credit hours through Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all PhD degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School • Complete two residencies before starting dissertation • Successfully pass a comprehensive examination prior to advancing to candidacy • Complete the dissertation approved by a dissertation committee • Successfully defend the dissertation To earn a Doctor of Education degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 44 graduate semester credit hours • Complete a minimum of 26 credit hours through Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all EdD degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School • Complete one residency before starting the ADP courses • Successfully pass a comprehensive examination prior to advancing to candidacy • Complete an Applied Doctoral Project approved by an ADP committee • Successfully defend the ADP REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP OR EDUCATION SPECIALIST IN INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY To earn an Educational Specialist degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours • Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours through Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all EDS degree requirements within six years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School • Successfully pass a comprehensive examination prior to graduation REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION To earn a Master of Science in Education Degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours • Complete a minimum of 24 credit hours through Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all MSE degree requirements within six years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School • Successfully pass a two-past Masters Capstone Project at the end of the program REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN GOLF TEACHING AND LEARNING To earn a Master of Science in Golf Teaching and learning degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all credits of the Master of Science in Golf Teaching and Learning program through Keiser University • Complete all degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School HEALTH SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE To earn a Doctor of Health Science degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 51 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all DHSc degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School • Students will complete one residency, typically in the first year or before attempting the comprehensive examination and beginning the dissertation. • Successfully pass a comprehensive examination before advancing to candidacy • Complete a proposal approved by a dissertation or applied doctoral project committee • Successfully defend the proposal • Complete a dissertation or applied doctoral project approved by a dissertation or applied doctoral project committee • Successfully defend the dissertation or applied doctoral project • Maintain active student status until the dissertation or applied doctoral project is approved REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF NURSE ANESTHESIA PRACTICE (ENTRYINTO-PRACTICE) To earn a Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (Entry-into-Practice) degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Successful completion of all DNAP courses each semester, which is required to progress to the next semester • The program does not permit re-admission for students dismissed from the Nurse Anesthesia Program • A maximum of one final grade of "C" in major courses is allowed throughout the program. • Completion of 90 credit hours of doctoral-level coursework • A final cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher • Fulfillment of all DNAP Clinical Practice requirements, demonstrating competent and safe clinical performance • Completion of all DNAP Capstone requirements REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF NURSE ANESTHESIA PRACTICE (COMPLETION) To earn a Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn 30 graduate semester credits • Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 • Receive no more than one course grade of “C” • Successfully complete the Capstone Project with approval from the Capstone Committee REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE To earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Complete the final 30 credits of the DNP program through Keiser University • Earn a minimum of 1000 clinical practice hours to successfully complete the DNP program • Complete all DNP degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Graduate School Associate Vice Chancellor • Complete a final DNP evidenced-based applied project including final manuscript • Present final DNP evidenced-based applied project to Project Committee Chair and Graduate Nursing faculty • Complete (1) two-day residency prior to enrolling in ADP902 REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES Students must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA per semester throughout the graduate coursework in order to continue in the program. The program director/program coordinator will monitor each student’s semester cumulative GPA and provide academic advisement and remediation per policies stated in the Student Handbook should they fall below the required 3.0 GPA. To earn a Master of Biomedical Sciences from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 32 graduate semester credit hours in the Master of Biomedical Sciences program. • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0. • Completion of the program with no more than two courses with a grade of “C”. • Complete all MSBMS requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions and extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School. REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCE To earn a Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the final project REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH CARE LEADERSHIP To earn a Master of Science in Health Care Leadership degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete at least 18 credits of the M.S. program through Keiser University • Complete all M.S. degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances will be reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING To earn a Master of Science in Nursing from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 33.0 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the final 27 credits of the MSN program through Keiser University • Complete all MSN degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Graduate School Associate Vice Chancellor • Complete a final capstone evidenced-based project REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING, FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER To earn a Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 49.0 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than one course with a grade of “C” • Complete all MSN FNP (specialty specific) credits through Keiser University • Complete a minimum of 540 precepted, direct care clinical hours • Complete two residencies • Complete all MSN FNP degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Vice Chancellor of the Graduate School for Graduate Education • Register for the Family Nurse Practitioner National Board Certification Examination prior to completing the last course REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING, WOMEN’S HEALTH FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER To earn an MSN in Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner from Keiser University, stu‐ dents must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 51.0 graduate semester credit hours; • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 GPA; • Have no more than one course with a grade of “C”; • Complete all MSN Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (specialty specific) credits through Keiser University; • Complete the 710 minimum required number of precepted clinical hours; • Complete three residencies. • Complete all MSN Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework. (Exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of the Graduate School); • Register for the National Board Certification Examination prior to completing the last course. REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL NUTRITION – COORDINATED PROGRAM Students must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA per semester throughout the undergrad134 uate and graduate coursework in order to continue in the program. The program director/program coordinator will monitor each student’s semester cumulative GPA and provide academic advisement and remediation per policies stated in the Student Handbook should they fall below the required 3.0 GPA. Program completion requirements are: • Completion of general education requirements with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA • Completion of the undergraduate and graduate courses within the program of study with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA • Completion of the required minimum of 1000 hours of supervised practice experience • Demonstrated mastery of all ACEND knowledge and core competencies requirements Students will be awarded the Coordinated Program Verification Statement upon completion of all stated program completion requirements. A student may submit a written request to the Dean of the Graduate School for consideration in being awarded the Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition (BSDN) degree upon completion of 121 credit hours, (3 credits lower division major, 48 credits lower division General Education Courses, and 70 credits undergraduate courses). However, if the student does not continue in the MSCN program and complete the requirements listed above, the student will be considered a drop and will not receive a Coordinated Program Verification Statement. The program completion requirements are different if a student already holds a master’s degree and wants to become a registered dietitian. Keiser University MSCN-CP will consider admitting these students as long as the master’s degree is granted by a US Department of Education accredited institution, or foreign equivalent. These students will be required to complete the undergraduate component of the program with any eligible courses being transferred into Keiser University. They will also be required to successfully complete one eight-week supervised practice course in the master’s curriculum which is DIE544 – Advanced Practice I and show mastery of all ACEND required core competencies for RDNs by completing any additional assignments per the Program Director. After completion of the requirement stated here, the student will be awarded the Coordinated Program Verification Statement. Applicants cannot be enrolled in the Program if they are only interested in completing the graduate degree portion of the curriculum. REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NUTRITION – INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP To earn a Master of Science in Nutrition – Innovative Leadership degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - BRIDGE PROGRAM To earn a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 120 undergraduate credit hours towards a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and 51 graduate semester credit hours towards a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy • Earn a minimum grade point average of 3.0 • Have no more than two graduate courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all MSOT degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework. (Exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Associate Vice Chancellor of the Graduate School) • In order to qualify for state licensure students will be required to sit for the NBCOT examination after graduation from the MSOT program SOCIAL SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE • To earn a Doctor of Criminal Justice degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 44 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete at least 26 credits of the DCJ program through Keiser University • Complete all doctoral degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Graduate School Associate Vice Chancellor • Complete one residency prior to beginning the applied doctoral project • Complete an applied doctoral project approved by an applied doctoral committee REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION To earn a Doctor of Public Administration degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 44 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete at least 26 credits of the DPA program through Keiser University • Complete all doctoral degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances will be reviewed by the Graduate School Associate Vice Chancellor • Complete one residency prior to beginning the applied doctoral project • Complete an applied doctoral project approved by an applied doctoral committee REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY To earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice and Criminology degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 54 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the final 36 credits of the PhD program through Keiser University • Complete all PhD degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Graduate School Associate Vice Chancellor • Complete two residencies before taking the comprehensive examination • Successfully complete a comprehensive examination prior to advancing to candidacy • Advance to candidacy prior to entering into dissertation courses • Maintain active student status until dissertation is approved • Complete a proposal approved by a dissertation committee • Successfully defend the proposal • Complete a dissertation approved by a dissertation committee • Successfully defend the dissertation REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY OR DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN PSYCHOLOGY To earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology or Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 54 graduate semester credit hours • Complete a minimum of 36 credit hours through Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all PhD degree requirements within eight years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School • Complete two residencies before starting dissertation • Successfully pass a comprehensive examination prior to advancing to candidacy • Complete the dissertation approved by a dissertation committee • Successfully defend the dissertation REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND MASTER OF ARTS IN HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT To earn a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice or Master of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Management from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours (Master of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Management) • Earn a minimum of 33 graduate semester credit hours (Master of Arts in Criminal Justice) • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the final 21 credits of the program through Keiser University • Complete all degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Vice Chancellor of the Graduate School for Graduate Education REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES To earn a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete the final 18 credits of the program through Keiser University • The elective courses require approval by the Dean of the Graduate School • Complete all degree requirements within five years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Director of Graduate Academics REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Students must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA per semester throughout the graduate coursework in order to continue in the program. The program director/program coordinator will monitor each student’s semester cumulative GPA and provide academic advisement and remediation per policies stated in the Student Handbook should they fall below the required 3.0 GPA. To earn a Master of Science in Behavioral Health, a student must: • Complete 42 graduate semester credit hours distributed across 14 eight-week courses • Maintain an overall program GPA of at least 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Satisfy all supervised practicum requirements and the thesis‑equivalent research project as described for Practicum I and II • Complete each requirement within 5 years of initial enrollment. Students who interrupt enrollment and later return follow the curriculum in effect at re‑entry and may be asked to audit previously completed coursework if the absence has been prolonged, in accordance with the re‑entry provisions in the manual Because the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) periodically revises its policies, students are responsible for confirming that they satisfy all requirements outlined in the newest Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Handbook before applying for the exam. Completion of the degree, therefore, should position graduates well for certification under Pathway 2, but it does not by itself guarantee future exam eligibility; eligibility ultimately rests on the BACB’s most current Eligibility Requirements for BCBA certification. REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING To earn a Master in Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 60 graduate semester credit hours • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Earn a grade of B or better in MHC510, MHC525, MHC545, MHC555, MHC660, MHC661, MHC662 • Attend mandatory on-campus/residency sessions. • Pass a comprehensive competency exam. • Complete the final 48 credits of the M.S. program through Keiser University. REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY AND MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY To earn a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology or a Master of Science in Psychology from Keiser University, students must accomplish the following: • Earn a minimum of 30 graduate semester credit hours • Complete a minimum of 18 credit hours through Keiser University • Earn a minimum grade average of 3.0 • Have no more than two courses with a grade of “C” • Complete all degree requirements within six years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Dean of Graduate School • Successfully pass a two-part Masters Capstone Project at the end of the program University Hours Hybrid graduate classes are held from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays, or during other times and days as needed. Please check with the Vice Chancellor of the Graduate School for Graduate Education for specific information on online and hybrid classes. • Attend three on-campus residencies at specified times during the program. Two residencies must be completed prior to enrolling in practicum courses. The final residency must be completed before enrolling in an internship course. • Complete a minimum of 100 hours of supervised practicum hours (at least 40 clock hours of direct service) • Complete a minimum of 600 hours of supervised internship hours (at least 240 clock hours of direct service) • Pass the comprehensive exam • Complete. all M.S. degree requirements within six years of beginning coursework; exceptions for extenuating circumstances reviewed by the Graduate School Associate Vice Chancellor PROGRAM OFFERINGS BY THE GRADUATE SCHOOL Clearwater DBA Business Administration (Specializations in online only Marketing, Global Management, or Global Business) PhD Criminal Justice and Criminology online only PhD Curriculum and Instruction online only PhD Educational Leadership online only PhD Industrial and Organizational Psychology online only PhD Instructional Design and Technology online only PhD Psychology online only DHSc Health Science online only DNP Nursing Practice online only EdS Educational Leadership online only EdS Instructional Design and Technology online only Grad Cert Health Services Management online only Grad Cert Management and Leadership online only MA Criminal Justice online only MA Homeland Security and Emergency Man- online only agement MAcc Accountancy online only MBA Accounting online only MBA Business Administration MBA Health Services Administration online only MBA Global MBA online only MBA Management online only MBA Marketing online only MBA Technology Management online only MS Biomedical Sciences MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling online only MS Organizational Leadership online only MS Golf Teaching and Learning online only MS Information Technology Leadership MS Industrial and Organizational Psychology online only MS Psychology MSEd Education, Leadership online only MSEd Education, Teaching and Learning online only MSN Nursing online only MSN Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner online only Daytona PhD Criminal Justice and Criminology online only PhD Industrial and Organizational Psychology online only PhD Psychology online only DBA Business Administration (Specializations in online only Marketing, Global Management, or Global Business) DCJ Doctor of Criminal Justice online only DHSc Health Science online only DNP Nursing Practice online only DPA Public Administration online EdD Doctor of Education in Curriculum Leader- online only ship EdD Doctor of Education in Education Leader- online only ship EdS Educational Leadership online only EdS Instructional Design and Technology online only Grad Cert Health Services Management online only Grad Cert Management and Leadership online only MA Criminal Justice online only MA Criminal Justice with Interdisciplinary Con- online centration MA Interdisciplinary Studies online only MA Homeland Security and Emergency Man- online only agement MAcc Accountancy online only MBA Accounting online only MBA Business Administration online only MBA Health Services Administration online only MBA Global MBA online only MBA Management online only MBA Marketing online only MBA Technology Management online only MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling online only MS Exercise and Sport Science online only MS Financial Technology online only MS Golf Teaching and Learning online only MS Organizational Leadership online only MS Health Care Leadership online MS Industrial and Organizational Psychology online only MS Psychology online only MS Sport Management and Operations online MSEd Education, Leadership online only MSEd Education, Teaching and Learning online only MSN Nursing online only MSN Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner online only MSN Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner online only PhD Curriculum and Instruction online only PhD Educational Leadership online only PhD Instructional Design and Technology online only Flagship DBA Business Administration (Specializations in online only Marketing, Global Management, or Global Business) DHSc Health Science 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The program prepares accountants to demonstrate professional communications skills that incorporate research and critical thinking. In addition, ethical and professional standards are reinforced. The Master of Accountancy also incorporates authoritative sources. Program Mission The mission of the Keiser University Master of Accountancy degree program is to prepare students to advance their careers as professional accountants. Program Goals 1. Apply advanced knowledge and critical thinking skills related to specific areas of accounting and tax by conducting relevant research 2. Demonstrate proficiency of software applications to analyze and interpret data 3. Apply professional communication skills to support ideas and present financial information in a concise, accurate manner using peer reviewed literature 4. Apply professional standards in ethical situations Program Pre-requisites • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution in accounting; or baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution in business or equivalent with appropriate upper division accounting coursework Program Outline Courses in the Master of Accountancy program are each eight-weeks in length, and students are normally scheduled for one course at a time. To receive a Master of Accountancy degree, students must earn 36 graduate semester credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 24 months. Master of Accountancy Major Courses (36.0 credit hours) ACG5138 Advanced Financial Reporting and Accounting Concepts 3.0 credit hours ACG5255 Advanced International Accounting Concepts 3.0 credit hours ACG6367 Advanced Cost/Managerial Accounting 3.0 credit hours ACG6505 Advanced Governmental and Fund Accounting 3.0 credit hours ACG6842 Advanced Data Analytics for Accountants 3.0 credit hours ACG6635 Advanced Auditing Theory and Applications 3.0 credit hours ACG6685 Fraud Examination Concepts 3.0 credit hours ACG6687 Fraud Examination Conduct and Procedures 3.0 credit hours ACG6688 Fraud Examination and the Legal Environment 3.0 credit hours TAX6879 Special Topics in corporate and Estate Taxation 3.0 credit hours TAX6877 Special Topics in Taxation 3.0 credit hours ACG6816 Professional Accounting Research 3.0 credit hours Technology Requirements This program uses a number of business- and accounting-related software programs in the courses, including Microsoft Office. Students must have access to a PC with a Windows-based operating system, internet connection, and the ability to download software programs and data files. Students also need to be able to listen to student presentations and present material to the class (headset preferred). BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ACBSP ACCREDITED) Program Description The Doctor of Business Administration Degree provides experienced business professionals and future members of academia with the skills to apply business/management theories, methods, and research to dynamically improve the organizations and communities they serve. The program emphasizes the development of new knowledge through both theory and applied research for application in the global environment. The Doctor of Business Administration degree program promotes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, lifelong learning, ethical and informed decision-making, effective communication, sustainability, and the use of information technologies in the global business management environment. Doctoral students specialize in one of three areas. These include: Marketing, Global Management, and Global Business. Program Mission The Doctor of Business Administration Degree is designed to provide experienced business professionals and future members of academia with the skills to apply business theories, methods, and research to improve the organizations and communities they serve. The program emphasizes the development of new knowledge through both theory and applied research. The Doctor of Business Administration degree program promotes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, along with enhancing ethical decision-making skills. Program Goals 1. Apply and evaluate effective business theories to improve the organization through the use of literature as it applies to practice and ethical business decisions 2. Contribute to the body of knowledge as part of the research community by applying appropriate research methods 3. Demonstrate professional communication skills appropriate for publications 4. Contribute to the body of knowledge as part of the research community by demonstrating advanced knowledge and skills based on the student’s concentration Pre-requisites To ensure success in the core curriculum of the DBA program, candidates are required to demonstrate competency in business knowledge before starting the DBA program. Students who do not have a degree in business will be provided the opportunity to take the MBA prerequisite courses in the semester(s) prior to the start of the DBA program. Candidates must pass the prerequisite courses with at least a “B” or retake the course. Candidates may attempt the prerequisite courses no more than two times unless appeal process is approved. Program Outline To receive a Doctor of Business Administration degree, students must earn 60 graduate semester credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 44 months. Students are required to select one of the three specializations. Students take seven core courses for 21 credit hours (common to all specializations), 12 credit hours in research, 15 credit hours in their respective specialization, and 12 hours in the dissertation. Doctor of Business Administration Major Core Courses (60.0 credit hours) Core Courses (21.0 credit hours) DBA700 Foundations in Business Research Writing 3.0 credit hours DBA710 Management and Leadership Approaches 3.0 credit hours DBA720 Global Business 3.0 credit hours DBA730 The Global Economy 3.0 credit hours DBA740 Financial Theory and Policy 3.0 credit hours DBA750 Marketing Management 3.0 credit hours DBA760 Strategic Decision Making for Managers 3.0 credit hours Research Courses (12.0 credit hours) DBR800 Methods and Analysis of Quantitative Research 3.0 credit hours DBR810 Survey Research Methods 3.0 credit hours DBR811 Mixed Methods 3.0 credit hours DBR812 Business Research and Publication 3.0 credit hours Marketing Specialization (15.0 credit hours) MKT851 Emerging Issues in Marketing 3.0 credit hours MKT852 Seminar in Global Marketing 3.0 credit hours MKT853 Seminar in Marketing Models and Theory 3.0 credit hours MKT854 Consumer Behavior Theory and Practice 3.0 credit hours MKT855 Strategic Service Marketing 3.0 credit hours Global Management Specialization (15.0 credit hours) DBA810 Micro Organizational Behavior 3.0 credit hours .DBA820 Macro Organizational Behavior 3.0 credit hours DBA830 Decision Making and Risk Analysis 3.0 credit hours DBA850 Organizational Design and Development 3.0 credit hours DBA860 Emerging Management Theories 3.0 credit hours Global Business Specialization (15.0 credit hours) INB821 Cross Cultural Management & Negotiations 3.0 credit hours INB822 Global Finance Management 3.0 credit hours INB823 Global Strategic Management 3.0 credit hours INB825 Global Supply Chain Management 3.0 credit hours INB826 Advanced Topics in Global Management 3.0 credit hours Dissertation Courses (12.0 credit hours) Students must be admitted to candidacy before enrolling in Dissertation Courses DISS901 Dissertation 2.0 credit hours Residency Requirement Students will complete (2) two residencies, the initial residency in the first year and the subsequent residency prior to taking the comprehensive exam. Students will complete all coursework, both residencies and comprehensive examination prior to beginning dissertation process.

Keiser University charges tuition and education fees per semester, based on scheduled credit hours. Each semester is 16 weeks. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure for the Graduate School, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

This program is charged at the rate for Doctoral degree programs.

An education fee of $750.00 per semester is charged for all graduate-level programs. One-time charges on enrolment are an application fee of $55.00 and a registration fee of $145.00.

Doctoral students are charged $8,628.00 for the four-credit dissertation and $1,000.00 for each of the two on-campus residencies. Students are responsible for travel, accommodation and other costs associated with their residencies.

Graduates of Keiser University’s Doctor of Business Administration program are prepared to pursue advanced careers in higher education, senior business leadership, consulting, and research. This terminal degree supports professionals who want to contribute to the academic discipline of business administration, lead complex organizations, and apply advanced research methods to solve real-world business challenges across industries and sectors.

Career Pathways in Business Administration

• University or corporate business leadership
• Chief Executive Officer
• Chief Operating Officer
• Senior management consultant
• Global business management
• Marketing director
• HR Management
• Corporate governance specialist
• International business executive
• Entrepreneurship educator or business school dean

Keiser University’s Doctor of Business Administration program attracts experienced business professionals and aspiring academics ready to advance through doctoral-level scholarship. With a fully online format, flexible 8-week terms, and a rigorous curriculum spanning management, marketing, and global business. The program fits the schedule of working professionals while delivering the advanced business education and research training that top-tier careers demand. Whether your goal is a faculty position, a senior leadership role, or the ability to drive meaningful change through original research, Keiser provides the education and support to get there.