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Admission
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Application Fee
What You’ll Learn
Gain Perspective
Evaluate the historical and theoretical bases of leadership through a multidisciplinary lens to develop leadership perspectives.
Develop Your Views
Develop a personal view of leadership with an emphasis on connections
to others in the organization and community.
Study New Worldviews
Study how mechanistic and living systems worldviews affect a leader’s
perspective of the organization and decisions.
Think Innovatively
Use multiple ways of thinking, including creative thinking,
reflective thinking, and systems thinking, to make decisions.
Stay Ahead of Trends
Study literature and emerging trends in advancing leadership theory
or practice.
Be a Research Master
Master academic research, writing, and critical-thinking
skills.
Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
$5,000 Quarterly Tuition Maximum
Maximize your courseload–take six or more credits per quarter and pay
just $5,000*.
A Flexible Courseload
Capella’s online learning model offers you the ability to take one to three courses per quarter, giving you more schedule control.
*Cost of each residency is included in the $5,000 quarterly tuition maximum; travel, lodging, meals, and other expenses are not included. Books, supplies, and other fees may apply. Tuition subject to change.
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.
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 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
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.
Transfer Credits
We can accept many transfer credits from regionally accredited
schools.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer
tuition discounts. Talk to an enrollment counselor to learn
more.
Scholarships for New Students
Capella scholarships, available for qualifying students, aren’t need-based and never have to be repaid.
Accredited & Respected
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.
Sample Courses
The online PhD in Business Management, Leadership curriculum centers
around leadership, research, strategy, technology, and ethics.
Dissertation Research Seminar
Allows you to work extensively on your dissertation topic, methodology, literature review, and research plan from the beginning of your program.
Personal Program Mentor
You'll be matched with a post-comprehensive exam program mentor, who will assist and support you as you progress forward.
Doctoral Advising
A doctoral degree takes special effort. It's why we offer expert
support at every step to keep you moving forward toward your
goal.
Some of the courses you will take:
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| BMGT8610 | Leadership Theory and Practice in a Global Environment |
| BMGT8612 | Leadership as Personal Practice |
| BMGT8614 | Leading the Organizational System |
| BMGT8616 | Leading Dynamic Systems with Multi-Dimensional Thinking |
| BMGT8618 | Advancing Leadership Theory |
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 folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members hold top credentials in their
fields. They’re here to teach the knowledge and skills you’ll need,
now.
Doctoral Advising
A doctoral degree takes special effort. It's why we offer expert
support at every step to keep you moving forward toward your
goal.
Career Center
For this team, it’s more than résumés and interview tips. It’s about
thoughtful and strategic career planning—beyond graduation.
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Move Forward in Your Career
Here are just some of the career options you could explore with our
online leadership doctoral degree.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Adjunct or part-time faculty
- Business researcher
- CEO, COO, CLO, president, director
- Consultant
- Dean or associate dean of a business program
- Executive-level management
- Full-time faculty
- Leadership development manager/director
- Research director
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Community college
- Consulting firm
- Corporation
- Government—local, state, federal
- Land-based or online college or university
- Non-governmental organization
- Nonprofit organization
- Public and private education
- Varies based on consulting client
*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.
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