Executive DBA

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PRACTITIONER-SCHOLARS GROW INTO THOUGHT LEADERS AT SAINT MARY'S

Saint Mary’s innovative Executive DBA program is designed for experienced business professionals and managers who want to help forge a more mindful and equitable world at both the social and economic level. With guidance from our expert faculty, practitioner-scholars deepen their understanding of theoretical and analytical concepts, learning to apply that knowledge to complex business scenarios. 

As a Doctor of Business Administration, you’ll leave our program fully-equipped to excel as a thought leader - whether that means running a company, starting your own firm, or training the next generation of business professionals in the Bay Area and beyond.

Three-Year Program

August Start Date

Year 1: Begin Coursework

Year 2: Propose Dissertation 

Year 3: Defend Dissertation

 

Hybrid Learning

Online & In-Person

Flexible Class Schedule

Small Course Cohort 

Next-Level Networking

 

Tangible Results

Return on Investment

Improved Salary Outcomes

$193,000 for CEOs with DBAs

(Payscale, 2019)

 

working towards a Business Analytics degree

Get Your Executive DBA Degree in 3 Years

Three Year-Long Program
Graduate in 36-Months

Hybrid Environment

  • Cohort-based learning
  • Small class sizes
  • Ample networking opportunities

Uncomplicated Enrollment

Application deadlines for this year:

  • Domestic: August 15, 2025
  • International: June 1, 2025

READY TO START YOUR EDBA JOURNEY? TAKE THE FIRST STEPS!