Global Leadership – Business Administration, PhD

Indiana Tech’s PhD in Global Leadership with a Business Administration concentration offers MBA graduates a streamlined path to doctoral achievement. Through the Pathway to PhD program, students can transfer 15 MBA credits toward their concentration, leaving just one additional course to complete the requirement. Designed for professionals ready to leverage their MBA and advance to the highest level of leadership scholarship, this option accelerates the journey to a PhD while deepening expertise in global leadership and strategic impact. Eligible students must have earned their MBA within the last 10 years with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Why choose Indiana Tech?

Indiana Tech’s PhD in Global Leadership programs combine academic rigor, practical application and the flexibility busy professionals need. Both offer competitive scholarships, small class sizes and mentorship from expert faculty, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Students may also take advantage of transfer credit opportunities for master’s degrees earned within the past ten years. PhD in Global Leadership – Business Administration students can transfer up to 15 credits.

With regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission and IACBE accreditation for business programs, you can trust the quality and credibility of a doctoral degree from Indiana Tech. Whether your goal is to produce groundbreaking research or elevate your leadership to the executive level, Indiana Tech provides the resources, community and expertise to help you succeed.

Career Outlook

A PhD in Global Leadership – Business Administration from Indiana Tech prepares you for a wide variety of in-demand careers. Below, you can explore career fields, salary information and employer demand from our partners at Lightcast, the leading labor market and career data provider in the U.S.