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Organizational Leadership and Development
Doctor of Business Administration

Cultivate skills to inspire, motivate and mobilize your workplace and explore current topics in leading organizational transformation with Capella’s online DBA in Organizational Leadership and Development.

Available in both FlexPath and GuidedPath learning formats, our program offers the flexibility of online learning for business leaders who want to understand emerging trends in leadership and human resources. You’ll design projects that improve organizational effectiveness and explore the latest ideas in leadership theory and practices, high-performance leadership and positive change models.

Industry-relevant curriculum

Our DBA program tackles today’s most pressing business challenges head-on with curriculum shaped by insights from industry leaders and strategic guidance from the Capella School of Business, Technology, and Health Administration Advisory Board.

Two flexible online learning formats

We offer two distinct online learning formats – FlexPath and GuidedPath – so you can choose the best fit for your learning needs and schedule. Which learning format is the right fit for you?

Comprehensive personalized support

Get individual support from academic coaches and faculty from day one, all the way through your integrated capstone. You’ll have faculty guidance for your capstone early in the program and build real-world knowledge you can apply to today’s business challenges.

Classes start August 4

Apply today with no application fee.

At a glance

  • Online
  • FlexPath available
  • 8 Core courses
  • 5 Specialization courses
  • Capstone
  • 24 Max transfer credits

With Capella Tuition Cap, you won't pay more than $45,000* in tuition costs for your degree.

*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.

What can you do with a DBA in Organizational Leadership and Development degree?

Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion, or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Doctor of Business Administration in Organizational Leadership and Development.

Related job titles to explore*

  • Associate director
  • Business development manager
  • Chief of staff
  • Director of analytical development
  • Executive director
  • Management and program analyst
  • Operations manager
  • Product manager

Employment settings to explore*

  • Administrative management and general management consulting services
  • Colleges, universities and professional schools
  • Commercial banking
  • Employment placement agencies
  • Executive offices
  • General government support

*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.