Continuing the development of the dissertation problem, students will produce a final research problem, purpose and theoretical framework in support of their research questions to be answered or hypotheses to be tested. Students will also develop research questions and complete their dissertation prospectus. The DBA chair is assigned at the conclusion of this course.
Prerequisite(s):
Acceptance into the All But Dissertation program or BUS 8420
Corequisite(s):
None
Focuses on the first of two doctoral seminars taken in series and focused on your specialization. The primary focus of these two seminars is the successful completion of your Qualifying Paper, which is Chapter I and Chapter II of the dissertation proposal. In this initial doctoral seminar, students will complete Chapter I Introduction and Statement of Problem. Specifically, students will investigate a topic of their choice within their selected field of study. Chapter I includes a definition of the research problem, identification of the research questions, a description of the purpose of the study and an explanation about its significance. A brief summary of the literature review as well as a description of the research methodology, identification of relevant terminology and limitations will be included. The seminar will include the development of a bibliography of major theorists or theories in the field of study.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8430
Corequisite(s):
None
Focuses on the completion of Chapter II or Literature Review. Specifically, students will expound on their research problem by analyzing, comparing and contrasting major theories relevant to their chosen topic. Students will synthesize these concepts to develop a literature review, which provides a connection between the research problem and the research questions. The students’ Qualifying Paper is completed in this seminar.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8600
Corequisite(s):
None
Supports the student’s selection of an appropriate design and methodology based on his or her research problem and a comprehensive review of the research design literature. Provides guidance in coordination with the student’s dissertation chair for the development of Chapter 3 Methodology of the dissertation.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8700
Allows students to work toward the completion of their dissertation proposal with the support of their chair and committee. The final dissertation is composed of five chapters (Chapter I Introduction and Statement of the Problem; Chapter II Literature Review; Chapter III Methodology; Chapter IV Results; and Chapter V. Conclusions and Recommendations). The proposal is composed of the first three chapters and must be approved before data can be collected and analyzed.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8800
Corequisite(s):
None
Allows students to complete their dissertation proposal with the support of their chair and committee. The final dissertation is composed of five chapters (Chapter I Introduction and Statement of the Problem; Chapter II Literature Review; Chapter III Methodology; Chapter IV Results; and Chapter V. Conclusions and Recommendations). The proposal is composed of the first three chapters and must be approved before data can be collected and analyzed. The proposal oral must be successfully completed to pass the course.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8800 BUS 8940
Corequisite(s):
BUS 8940
Allows students to work toward the completion of their dissertation with the support of their chair and committee. A successfully completed dissertation provides evidence that you have the ability to plan, execute, and apply scholarly research, have mastered foundational theories and concepts and have an in-depth knowledge of theory and practice in one area of specialization. It is also evidence that you are able to conceptualize and carry out research and to communicate the results of that research in a coherent document, which addresses an important problem and makes a significant contribution to the profession’s theory or practice.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8950
Corequisite(s):
None
Allows students to continue to work toward the completion of their dissertation with the support of their chair and committee. A successfully completed dissertation provides evidence that you have the ability to plan, execute, and apply scholarly research, have mastered foundational theories and concepts, and have an in-depth knowledge of theory and practice in one area of specialization. It is also evidence that you are able to conceptualize and carry out research and to communicate the results of that research in a coherent document, which addresses an important problem and makes a significant contribution to the profession’s theory or practice.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8950
Corequisite(s):
BUS 8960
Allows students to continue to work toward the completion of their dissertation with the support of their chair and committee. A successfully completed dissertation provides evidence that you have the ability to plan, execute, and apply scholarly research, have mastered foundational theories and concepts, and have an in-depth knowledge of theory and practice in one area of specialization. It is also evidence that you are able to conceptualize and carry out research and to communicate the results of that research in a coherent document, which addresses an important problem and makes a significant contribution to the profession’s theory or practice.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8970
Corequisite(s):
None
Allows students to continue to work toward the completion of their dissertation with the support of their chair and committee. A successfully completed dissertation provides evidence that you have the ability to plan, execute, and apply scholarly research, have mastered foundational theories and concepts, and have an in-depth knowledge of theory and practice in one area of specialization. It is also evidence that you are able to conceptualize and carry out research and to communicate the results of that research in a coherent document, which addresses an important problem and makes a significant contribution to the profession’s theory or practice.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8970
Corequisite(s):
BUS 8980
Allows students to continue to work toward the completion of their dissertation with the support of their chair and committee. A successfully completed dissertation provides evidence that you have the ability to plan, execute, and apply scholarly research, have mastered foundational theories and concepts, and have an in-depth knowledge of theory and practice in one area of specialization. It is also evidence that you are able to conceptualize and carry out research and to communicate the results of that research in a coherent document, which addresses an important problem and makes a significant contribution to the profession’s theory or practice.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8990
Corequisite(s):
None
Allows students to successfully complete their dissertation with the support of their chair and committee. A successfully completed dissertation provides evidence that you have the ability to plan, execute, and apply scholarly research, have mastered foundational theories and concepts, and have an in-depth knowledge of theory and practice in one area of specialization. It is also evidence that you are able to conceptualize and carry out research and to communicate the results of that research in a coherent document, which addresses an important problem and makes a significant contribution to the profession’s theory or practice. The dissertation must be successfully completed and submitted to UMI to pass the course.
Prerequisite(s):
BUS 8990
Corequisite(s):
BUS 9000