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Capella University
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

DBA Doctor of Business Administration Global Operations and Supply Chain Management specialization

Overview

Advance your knowledge of global operations and supply chain management while completing an applied dissertation project that allows you to make an immediate, practical contribution to your organization. This online doctoral program, which reflects the major knowledge areas of leading professional organizations, emphasizes global environment assessment; supply chain management strategy and functions; demand forecasting; and global logistics.

You'll also have the opportunity to participate in Capella's international experience. This optional trip is designed to provide multinational networking, increased cultural literacy and global operations learning experience.

Online courseroom discussions, specially designed networking sites, and face-to-face weekend residencies provide ongoing opportunities to build professional relationships and share knowledge with other business leaders around the country. A prescribed course sequence, built-in dissertation milestones, and supportive mentoring create a clear path toward completing the program in 3 years.

To understand how this specialization fits your career path or schedule, request more information.

Degree outcomes

With your DBA in Global Operations and Supply Chain Management from Capella, you'll learn to integrate and apply theory and scholarly research, apply and communicate strategic approaches, and develop and apply critical thinking to manage inventory and coordinate materials and operations. Additionally, you'll be able to integrate sourcing, just in-time, and efficient management approaches to supply chain operations as well as develop expertise to manage relationships and accountabilities across a global supply chain. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.

View full learning and career outcomes report for this program at CapellaResults.com.

Source

People with Doctoral degrees in Business from Capella earn an average of $42,000more per year than people who only hold a Master's degree.

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Career outcomes

Common jobs with an online DBA in Global Operations and Supply Chain Management include chief operations officer, operations director or vice president, supply chain director or vice president, purchasing/procurement director or vice president, consultant or faculty member. Potential workplaces include corporation, manufacturing, land-based or online college or university, government agency or consulting firm.