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The Evolution of Doctor of Business Administrations (DBA) Programs: C…
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…
My Journey to Dr. Katie
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…
What is the Future of the DBA?
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…
From Idea to Launch: The DBA Chronicles Origin Story
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…
The Transformational Experience of DBA
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-…
Harvesting Planted Seeds
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…
Not Always a Straight Line
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…
If I Knew Then What I Know Now
Halfway point. My colleague Amy wrote about our journey this week and reminded me that we are halfway through this DBA journey. That doesn’t seem possible. Four more months of classes, and then one year to complete our dis…
Achieving Life Long Goals
I believe that since birth, my long-term goal has been teaching and designing undergraduate courses. I believe that through effective teaching, I can inspire and guide students to develop critical thinking skills, a deep understanding of the s…
New Year and New Start!
At one point on this DBA journey, I remembered the words I gave to another colleague: "One day soon, you will be looking down from the top of the mountain and realizing that you did, in fact, climb to the top." My DBA cohort colleagues and I will …
Get on the Stage!
Hello friends, this is Amy. Will you take a quick imaginary journey with me? Picture this… You are about to give a presentation. You have diligently prepared your remarks and possibly have slides to accompany them. What an incredible opport…
Halfway There
Reflecting on my journey halfway through the UNC Charlotte DBA program, I realize how profoundly it has reshaped my professional outlook. The transformation is not just academic; it's a metamorphosis in how I perceive and approach the business world…
Am I in an Iowa Cornfield?
Meet Franklin Dukes, MBA. Vice President, Finance Manager, Global Transaction Services, Bank of America. United States Navy. I’m often asked two questions by people considering doctoral studies. How did you arrive at your decision, and …
It All Depends
The DBA Journey is more than just: Pick School Pick Program Pick a Dissertation Topic Somewhere along the journey, I was hoping it would be that easy. You've heard from guests already about the selection process and the rigor. Co…
Welcome to the Show!
Welcome to our inaugural podcast, dropping this week! You'll get to meet our three hosts, learn their "why" behind their pursuits and the DBA choice, and get a preview of upcoming interviews. This week is full of excitement as this labor of l…