Online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Apply advanced research to real-world organizational challenges—without stepping away from your career.

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Why Choose NEC for Your Doctor of Business Administration?

At New England College, we provide a supportive, community-focused environment where your professional background is respected and utilized. We understand that for executive leaders, the most valuable education is one that can be put to work immediately.

Integrated Practical Training:

A distinguishing feature of this program is the integration of practical training into every term, allowing you to apply doctoral-level concepts directly to your current professional or consulting context.

Flexible, Online Experience:

Balance your studies with your career through 100% online delivery in 15-week terms, designed specifically for the needs of working executives.

Stackable Doctoral Certificates:

 As you advance toward your degree, you can earn three certificates—Executive Leadership, a Specialization certificate, and an Executive Certificate in Applied Doctoral Research—within the same timeframe and tuition.

A Values-Driven Community:

Join a non-profit institution founded on the principle of serving those who serve others, emphasizing ethical leadership and social responsibility.

Scholar-Practitioner Faculty:

Learn from dedicated and accomplished faculty who bring extensive academic and industry experience to the virtual classroom.

Career-Ready Outcomes:

Prepare for senior leadership roles, global organizational strategy, or higher education instruction through a curriculum grounded in real-world application.

Online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Overview

NEC’s online DBA emphasizes evidence-based decision-making and strategic innovation, preparing you to drive meaningful, lasting change in your organization.


This curriculum integrates practical training into every term, allowing you to apply doctoral-level concepts directly to your current professional or consulting context. This approach ensures that your education provides immediate value to your organization.


You can choose between two culminating pathways—an applied dissertation or a strategic research project—to ensure your final work aligns perfectly with your career goals, whether they are scholarly, organizational, or consulting-focused.

Courses and Curriculum

Delivered in 15-week terms, NEC’s 63-credit curriculum is designed to be rigorous yet accessible for busy professionals. Tailor your degree to your industry with three high-demand specializations:
Healthcare Management Specialization:
Foundational Courses
DBA 8700 - Academic Writing
DBA 8701 - Executive Leadership
DBA 8702 - Ethics, Governance, and Responsible AI
DBA 8703 - Market Economics and Finance
DBA 8704 - Innovation and Entrepreneurship
DBA 8705 - Accounting and Financial Strategy
Research Courses:
DBA 8710 - Applied Statistics for Executives
DBA 8711 - Research Design and Methods
DBA 8712 - Advanced Research Design
Practical Training Course
DBA 8990 - Practicum
Healthcare Management Specialization Courses
DBA 8801 - Healthcare Information Governance, Security, and Policy
DBA 8802 - Healthcare Informatics and Decision Support
DBA 8803 - Healthcare Leadership, Operations, and Quality Control
DBA 8804 - Strategic Planning for Healthcare Organizations
Academic Track Courses
DBA 8721 - Dissertation I: Problem Identification
DBA 8722 - Dissertation II: Literature Review
DBA 8723 - Dissertation III: Proposal Design
DBA 8724 - Dissertation IV: Data Collection
DBA 8725 - Dissertation V: Final Report and Defense
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Professional Track Courses
DBA 8821 - Strategic Analysis and Foresight
DBA 8822 - Data Visualizations for Strategic Planning
DBA 8823 - Strategic Research Project I
DBA 8824 - Strategic Research Project II
DBA 8825 - Strategic Research Project III
Organizational Management Specialization:
Foundational Courses
DBA 8700 - Academic Writing
DBA 8822 - Data Visualizations for Strategic Planning
DBA 8701 - Executive Leadership
DBA 8702: Ethics, Governance, and Responsible AI
DBA 8703 - Market Economics and Finance
DBA 8704 - Innovation and Entrepreneurship
DBA 8705 - Accounting and Financial Strategy
Research Courses
DBA 8710 - Applied Statistics for Executives
DBA 8711 - Research Design and Methods
DBA 8712 - Advanced Research Design
Practical Training Course
DBA 8990 - Practicum
Organizational Leadership Specialization Courses
DBA 8805 - Advanced Strategic Leadership
DBA 8806 - Leading Organizational Change and Innovation
DBA 8807 - Global Strategy and Competitive Positions
DBA 8808 - Emerging Theories and Practice of Organizational Leadership
Academic Track Courses
DBA 8721 - Dissertation I: Problem Identification
DBA 8722 - Dissertation II: Literature Review
DBA 8723 - Dissertation III: Proposal Design
DBA 8724 - Dissertation IV: Data Collection
DBA 8725 - Dissertation V: Final Report and Defense
OR
Professional Track Courses
DBA 8821 - Strategic Analysis and Foresight
DBA 8822 - Data Visualizations for Strategic Planning
DBA 8823 - Strategic Research Project I
DBA 8824 - Strategic Research Project II
DBA 8825 - Strategic Research Project III
Technology and AI Strategies Specialization
Foundational Courses
DBA 8700 - Academic Writing
DBA 8701 - Executive Leadership
DBA 8702 - Ethics, Governance, and Responsible AI
DBA 8703 - Market Economics and Finance
DBA 8704 - Innovation and Entrepreneurship
DBA 8705 - Accounting and Financial Strategy
Research Courses
DBA 8710 - Applied Statistics for Executives
DBA 8711 - Research Design and Methods
DBA 8712 - Advanced Research Design
Practical Training Course
DBA 8990: Practicum
Technology and AI Strategies Specialization Courses
DBA 8809 - Digital Platforms and Data
DBA 8810 - AI and Emerging Technology
DBA 8811 - Cybersecurity, Risk, and Resilience
DBA 8812 -Technology Policy and Strategy
Academic Track Courses
DBA 8721 - Dissertation I: Problem Identification
DBA 8722 - Dissertation II: Literature Review
DBA 8723 - Dissertation III: Proposal Design
DBA 8724 - Dissertation IV: Data Collection
DBA 8725 - Dissertation V: Final Report and Defense
OR
Professional Track Courses
DBA 8821 - Strategic Analysis and Foresight
DBA 8822 - Data Visualizations for Strategic Planning
DBA 8823 - Strategic Research Project I
DBA 8824 - Strategic Research Project II
DBA 8825 - Strategic Research Project III/span>

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Prepare to Grow your Career with Online Doctor of Business Administration

Are you ready to elevate your leadership? Contact New England College today!
Delivered in 15-week terms, NEC’s 63-credit curriculum is designed to be rigorous yet accessible for busy professionals. Tailor your degree to your industry with three high-demand specializations:
Healthcare Management Specialization:
Foundational Courses​
DBA 8700 - Academic Writing
DBA 8701 - Executive Leadership
DBA 8702 - Ethics, Governance, and Responsible AI
DBA 8703 - Market Economics and Finance
DBA 8704 - Innovation and Entrepreneurship
DBA 8705 - Accounting and Financial Strategy

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