Doctor of Christian Business Administration (CBUS.D.) – 54 credit hours
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Business Administration (CPHD)
The Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Business Administration (CPHD) program is designed to equip candidates with advanced competencies and insights in Christian business and management practices. This program prepares individuals actively engaged in vocational Christian Business Administration, emphasizing practical knowledge and understanding over mere credential attainment. Cornerstone Christian University (CCU) maintains slightly higher standards and requirements than many peer institutions, with no additional costs to the student. From your first course to graduation, you will cultivate biblically oriented interests and intellectual stimulation, allowing you to take pride in your education and the degree displayed on your wall.
The program explores the impact of globalization, entrepreneurship, and technology on business practices while fostering essential management skills, including teamwork, integrative analysis, and effective oral and written communication. Recognizing the need for flexibility in today’s educational landscape, CCU offers various options for accelerating the completion of its 64-credit hour program.
Virtual Campus
We provide an array of resources to support your success. Each student at CCU is assigned a dedicated tutor and academic advisor to assist with any inquiries. Upon logging into the student section of the CCU Virtual Campus, you can communicate directly with your tutor and advisor, who will respond within 24-48 hours. Students have 24/7 access to distance learning, allowing for the completion of assignments online or offline at their convenience. Comprehensive step-by-step guides, including videos and examples for each course, are readily available. All materials are accessible across various web browsers, including Mozilla, Firefox, and Google Chrome. You will have direct interaction with all university services, including your advisor and tutor, and access to hundreds of new online courses.
Career Opportunities with a Doctorate in Business Administration
A Doctorate in Christian Business Administration qualifies graduates for leadership roles across the business sector, including upper-management positions such as controller or treasurer, and executive roles such as chief information officer or chief human resources officer.
Ph.D. programs in business primarily prepare graduates for academic careers. Graduates may choose to work as research associates, focusing on the collection and analysis of data related to business operations and initiatives, or they may pursue teaching positions as instructors or adjunct lecturers. Many Ph.D. graduates opt for tenure-track roles, such as professor or dean.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Business Administration (CPHD) program will be prepared to:
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding and integration of ministry in relation to biblical studies, academic disciplines, and educational practices.
- Articulate and apply a comprehensive and critical philosophy of Business Management.
- Exhibit advanced competencies in critical thinking, research and writing, business ethics, business communication, administration/education leadership, and strategic planning.
- Plan, implement, and critically evaluate significant business and management initiatives to fulfill the Great Commission through professional Christian principles.
- Assess personal, spiritual, and professional development, and design a lifelong learning plan in Business Management.