So, you’ve just been accepted into a DBA program? Congratulations — you’re officially entering rare territory! Did you know that fewer than 1.2% of the U.S. population holds a doctoral degree? This means that you are joining an eli…
Guest Blogger: Stacy Soutière For many Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) graduates, the diploma is just the beginning of a new chapter, not in academia but in the fast-paced world of industry. These graduates are often found leading te…
By: Dr. Kelly Burich & Dr. Valrie Grant In December 2023, DBA Chronicles published the blog titled “Halfway There,” a reflection at the midpoint of her UNC Charlotte DBA journey, which was written by Valrie Grant. It was honest and …
Earning a Doctor of Business Administration is an academic achievement forged through a deep, introspective, and sometimes grueling journey. The intensity is high. This process can demand sacrifice, inspire self-reflection, and stand on the foundati…
Guest Blogger: Phil Stuczynski, Assistant Teaching Professor of Finance at Penn State UniversityDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) candidate The world is timely. We have 24-hour news networks pushing constant narratives, a lack of common …
Guest Blogger: Phil StuczynskiPenn State University For most of my life, when I had a question, I knew exactly who to ask. Whether it was a tough decision, career advice, or just trying to understand how the world worked, there were always people i…
Guest Blogger: Dr. Carolyn Adkerson, DBA The Overwhelming Reality of the DBA Journey Pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) isn’t just about research—it’s about endurance. There are deadlines, revisions, approvals,…
Guest Blogger:Ali Chaari For many professionals, returning to school after years or even decades in the workforce may feel like a distant dream or even impossible. However, I now realize that professional experience isn’t a barrier to continu…
Guest Blogger: Yvonne Mosley, MBA CSSBB CPHQ CPPSUNC Charlotte DBA Candidate, May 2025www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnemosley In the evolving landscape of doctoral research, leveraging advanced AI tools has become indispensable for maximizing productivity…
Guest Blogger:Pawan Anand, Engagment PartnerAscendion Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping industries and driving groundbreaking research. The true value of this technology emerges when academia and industry collaborate. A notable example is …
Guest Blogger: Dr. Alex KleinSenior Manager, North American Supply Chain Solutions, APL Logistics As an educator and as a College Board member and recent past Chairman, I recognize the value of higher education and cherish the ability to participat…
Guest Blogger: Jennifer M. L. Adelhardt DBA Scholar, Adjunct Professor In the movies, the stereotypical 40s-something dude going through a midlife crisis will drop 100 grand on a shiny new sportscar. I opted to drop $100k on a piece of pa…
Guest Blogger: Dr. Brenda Turner Founder and Principal Consultant of BrandIvy Marketing, LLC.Board Member of the Executive DBA Council Research is a vital component of marketing, offering insights into consumer behavior, market dynamics, and the e…
Guest Blogger: Barry Leffew, Vice President, Government Platform Accelerator In-Q-Tel (IQT) My DBA Journey As the saying goes, success is a journey, not a destination, but it’s important to celebrate and reflect on the milest…
Guest Bloggers: Dr. Mollie Bryde-Evens and Emily Wharton Before we delve into the story behind Stupid Genius, you might be wondering, "What even is Stupid Genius?". Well, let us give you the shorthand. Stupid Genius is a PhD and academia podcast …
Guest Blogger: Dr. Emmanuel Tachu, PhD DBA Candidate, University of North Carolina, Charlotte After completing a PhD in Information Technology, my decision to pursue a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) was driven by a strategic v…
Guest Blogger: Dr. Heather Grooms Long, PhD, MBA, ACC, BCC3 Sees, LLC, FounderAdvisor / Coach / Adjunct ProfessorWeatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University · Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from difficul…
Guest Blogger: Philip A. Cola, PhDCase Western Reserve University The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree is a well-recognized credential designed for experienced professionals in Business Management. The core idea behind the…
Guest Blogger: Dr. Katie O'Dell,Adjunct Professor, Wilmington University I always wanted to be a doctor; I just never knew it would be a “business doctor”. I started college as a pre-med/biology major. After a few months, I realized th…
Guest Blogger: Prof. Michel Kalika President, Business Science Institute Honorary Professor, University of Lyon I have the privilege of regularly engaging with DBA students and professors. Through these interactions, I have witnesse…
DBA Chronicles Blogger: Amy C. Horner, CPA, MBA Confession: I am an extrovert! Okay, maybe that is less of a confession than an obvious statement. However, as an extrovert and the lead on communications and outreach for DBA Chronicles, I am fortun…
Guest Blogger: Lynne Andersson, Associate Director of Enrollment for the Executive DBA Program at the Fox School of Business at Temple University in Philadelphia. She teaches ‘Problem Solving Using Qualitative Research Methods’ to first-…
Guest Blogger: KerriLaine PrunellaManagement Executive and Advisor My accomplishments in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors have shaped the first 23 years of my career. The majority of my career in the public sector stems from an early conn…
Guest Blogger: Melisa Galasso, CPA, CSP, CPTD Galasso Learning Solutions I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t teaching. Thinking way back to third grade, I remember playing school and always insisting on being the teacher (the ben…