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What you’ll learn
Think Critically
Exhibit proficiency in academic research, writing, and critical thinking skills.
Keep Up with Trends
Hone in on emerging trends, technological influences, and research to advance the theory or practice of global information technology management.
Incorporate Research
Synthesize multidisciplinary research and evolving practices to contribute to organizational strategies and to lead strategic IT planning and management in complex environments.
Drive Innovation
Foster an organizational culture that supports technological innovation within the context of changing business needs.
Put Ethics Into Practice
Evaluate ethical frameworks, including the organization’s global citizenship, and legal requirements that guide information technology management.
25 years of online doctoral experience
With over 25 years of experience in online doctoral education, we understand the unique needs of doctoral students, and have designed our programs to meet those needs. We've structured our programs to help you reach your goals and obtain critical skills—with our expert faculty, support teams, and online resources to help guide you every step of the way.
DBA in IT Management Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
Put Your Research to Work
Showcase your ability to develop solutions for organizations through the completion of a doctoral applied business research project.
Research Mentor
For your culminating doctoral applied business research project, you’ll be paired with a knowledgeable mentor to help you along the way.
$4,850 quarterly tuition maximum
Maximize your courseload—take 7 or more credits per quarter and pay just $4,850.*
*Quoted price does not include $175/quarter resource kit fee. Quoted cost includes residency tuition, but not travel costs, meals, and lodging.
Cost & learning format
Online education isn’t one-size-fits-all. We know you’re busy—you need a learning experience tailored to your life, not the other way around. Capella has learning and tuition formats to suit you, however you learn.
A more structured learning format with an active peer community and faculty guidance. We’ll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-2 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
$750 per credit $4,850 Quarterly Tuition Max,
82 total quarter credits,
12 max transfer credits
Get the details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Ways to save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
$20K toward your doctorate
Apply for a $20K Capella Progress Reward, a scholarship to help you fund your doctoral degree.
10% military discount
If you're an active-duty military service member, spouse, or veteran, discounts may be available.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Doctorate in IT Sample Courses
The DBA in Information Technology Management curriculum focuses on emerging trends, technological influences, and multidisciplinary research to advance the theory and practice of leading IT strategic planning and management in complex environments.
| BMGT8210 |
Information Technology Leaders as Partners in Organizational Strategic Planning
This course focuses on the information technology leader’s collaborative roles working with an organization’s non-IT senior leadership, including aligning business strategy with IT strategy, acting as an equal contributor to the formation of organizational strategy, and integrating ethical policies and practices into an organization. Learners evaluate multidisciplinary research and practices related to leadership, organizational structures, and culture. Through the lens of complexity/chaos and change theories, learners analyze information technology’s role in contributing to organizational resiliency. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. |
4 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| BMGT8212 |
Leading Information Technology Strategic Planning in Complex and Global Environments
In this course, learners examine processes by which senior information technology leadership must evaluate different IT governance models from a global perspective, including decision models, management structures, business engagement processes, leadership theories, and risk assessment processes. Learners evaluate methods of performance measurement and control, and assess the relevance and effect of social responsibility issues and strategic partnering on IT strategic planning. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. |
4 quarter credits |
| BMGT8214 |
Guiding the Implementation of Information Technology Policies and Processes
This course presents key issues related to the implementation of information technology policies and processes as day-to-day operations, including consideration of ethical, cultural, and global issues, and potential effects on internal and external stakeholder needs. Learners evaluate strategies for implementing different governance models and assess the ways in which those models relate to change management processes and organizational innovation. |
4 quarter credits |
| BMGT8216 |
Innovating Information Technology Life Cycle Management Processes in a Changing Environment
In this course, learners evaluate evolving theories and practices that inform decisions related to the information technology system development life cycle. Learners assess different development models and examine the IT leader’s role in IT enterprise portfolio management against the backdrop of changing workforce considerations, including offshore, contract, multicultural, and multigenerational workers in global enterprises. |
4 quarter credits |
Faculty & support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment counselors
These experts will set you up for success. They’ll help you find the right degree and program, and answer all your questions about Capella.
Faculty
Our courses are taught by distinguished faculty members who hold top credentials and have hands-on expertise in their fields. They know what you need to know today.
Doctoral advising
Doctoral programs are specific and challenging. That’s why you’ll have access to expert support at every step along the road to your degree.
Career center
For this team, it’s more than resumes and interview tips. It’s about thoughtful and strategic career planning—beyond graduation.
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DBA in IT Management Professional Paths
Here are just some of the career options you could explore with our doctoral degree in information technology management.
Related job titles to explore*
- Chief information officer (CIO)
- Chief technology officer (CTO)
- Vice president of information technology
- Director of information technology
- IT strategy and management consultant
- Senior project manager, information technology
- Technology program director
- Adjunct or part-time business faculty**
- Full-time business faculty**
Employment settings to explore
- Corporation
- Consulting firm
- Government—local, state, federal
- Nonprofit organization
- Land-based or online college or university
- Community college
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
**Educational and professional requirements for faculty positions vary widely by employer. Understanding your target employers’ particular requirements is key in deciding on a doctoral program.
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