TRACK DESCRIPTION
The objective of the Management track in the Business Administration PhD program is to prepare students for academic careers at major research universities.
The objective of the Management track in the Business Administration PhD program is to prepare students for academic careers at major research universities. Our faculty help students understand current approaches to explaining and investigating management processes, and facilitate research projects aimed at contributing new insights to the field. Our students immerse themselves in the timely and timeless lessons offered by management scholars, as well as the methods used to discover and evaluate new ideas. This training also provides our students with the knowledge and critical perspective necessary to be master educators. The Management program is designed to produce well-rounded members of our profession who are well prepared to contribute to the research, education, and service missions of the Management discipline.
CURRICULUM
| Total Credit Hours Required: |
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Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Bachelor's Degree |
The general expectation for the Management program follow. The program is tailored to the needs of the individual student and may require work that is not included in the following descriptions. The program requires 27 hours of formal course work exclusive of independent study as well as 24 credit hours of dissertation research (XXX 7980).
Prerequisites—Foundation Body of Knowledge—30 Credit Hours
The foundation body of knowledge includes the common body of knowledge in an MBA degree or its equivalent from an AACSB-accredited or comparable school. Alternatively, this requirement may be satisfied by courses deemed essential by the Management track program coordinator.
Required Courses—39 Credit Hours
Management Core—18 Credit Hours
- MAN 7275 Organizational Behavior (3 credit hours)
- MAN 7207 Organization Theory (3 credit hours)
- MAN 7777 Corporate-level Strategic Management (3 credit hours)
- MAN 7916 Seminar(s) in Management Research (9 credit hours)
Minor/Support Area—6 Credit Hours
Students may select a minimum of six credit hours, typically within a unified area, approved by the student’s adviser and the program coordinator. Each student’s program of study is individually tailored to accommodate student interests, and often emphasizes additional training in research methodology necessary to produce high quality scholarly research.
Research Methods/Tools—12 Credit Hours
The research tools requirement is intended to ensure a thorough exposure to research methods. All candidates are expected to demonstrate knowledge of statistical methods as well as usage of statistical packages. This includes design, analysis, and interpretation of results. An additional six credit hours of research courses must be approved by the student’s advisory committee and the program coordinator.
- PSY 6216 Advanced Research Methodology I (3 credit hours)
- PSY 6217 Advanced Research Methodology II (3 credit hours)
Teaching Requirement—3 Credit Hours
The requirements for the teaching component of the degree will be developed with the doctoral graduate program director based on the student’s experience. Normally, this requirement will be satisfied through teaching a minimum of three credit hours of class instruction under the direct supervision of a faculty member. As appropriate, students will also be required to attend teaching development workshops and seminars.
Dissertation—24 Credit Hours
Students must complete a comprehensive candidacy examination that includes written and oral portions.
Students must defend a written dissertation proposal in an oral examination conducted by the student’s advisory/dissertation committee. The final defense of the dissertation will also require an oral examination.
INDEPENDENT LEARNING
The dissertation satisfies the independent learning requirement.
Application Requirements
For information on general UCF graduate admissions requirements that apply to all prospective students, please visit the Admissions section of the Graduate Catalog. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline(s).
In addition to the general UCF graduate application requirements, applicants to this program must provide:
- One official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college/university attended.
- Official, competitive GRE or GMAT score taken within the last five years.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- Goal statement.
- Résumé.
- Other: Previous publications and/or other relevant supporting documentation.
- A score of at least 233 (computer-based test or paper-based equivalent) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for applicants from countries where English is not the official language or applicants with degrees from a non-U.S. accredited institution.
Admission decisions are made based on faculty recommendations from the appropriate department or school. Admissions will generally be made only for fall semester, every other year; however, exceptions may be made in some cases. All interested students should contact the program director for their track for information about applying to this program. The college strongly encourages applications from minority and diverse populations. Race, national origin, and gender are not used in the evaluation of students for admission into graduate and professional programs.
Application Deadlines
All application materials must be submitted by the appropriate deadline listed below.
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FINANCIALS
Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see Student Finances, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.
Fellowships
Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit to highly qualified students. They are paid to students through the Office of Student Financial Assistance, based on instructions provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Fellowships are given to support a student’s graduate study and do not have a work obligation. For more information, see Fellowships, which includes descriptions of UCF fellowships and what you should do to be considered for a fellowship.