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Online Business Doctoral Programs
Individuals who complete the online Ph.D. program in Business Administration will become tomorrow’s teachers, researchers, and scholars.
By immersing themselves in academic literature, engaging in rich academic experiences, and conducting detailed research in their areas of interest, our online doctoral students transform themselves into world-class business academics.
Our Doctoral Programs are Completely Online
Affording flexibility as you:
- Receive the training you need to solve the complex problems of a rapidly changing world.
- Pursue a research area of your own choosing and gain the skills, experience, and mentoring you need to produce respected academic research.
- Develop effective scholarly writing and presentation skills.
- Learn and practice scientific research methods.
- Be part of a community of passionate online graduate students.
- Work with outstanding faculty who will offer invaluable guidance, from admission to coursework through exams and your dissertation.
- Make a unique contribution to the academic community by publishing your doctoral dissertation in peer-reviewed journals and/or presenting research projects in academic conferences.
- Become a true leader in your field.
Contact our admissions office, read our blog, review gainful employment, and check out online doctoral faculty profiles below to learn more about our program.
Meet Your Doctoral Faculty Members
One of the most critical considerations when comparing online Ph.D. programs is faculty. Prospective students should seek to find a program where:
- Faculty members are active researchers as well as devoted teachers
- Faculty members are skilled at facilitating active learning experiences and rigorous coursework online
- Faculty members are committed to mentoring
- Faculty research interests align with their own
Our online doctoral program faculty works closely with students to help them build knowledge and become truly great researchers, all while publishing cutting-edge research in their fields of expertise. Online Ph.D. students benefit from close academic mentoring relationships that advance their knowledge, research skills, and careers.
Dr. Nicholas Bowersox
Part-time Faculty - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Dr. Stephen Fitzgerald
Director of Faculty Development
Areas of Expertise: Organizational Development, Change, Psychology, Behavior, Theory…
Dr. Debra Louis
Dean - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Leading virtual teams, cross-cultural communication and leadership...
Dr. Simcha Pollard
Vice President of Strategic Analytics & Operations - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
I joined Trident to take up new professional challenges for me, involving making a college community accessible to those who are not able to attend a 'brick and mortar' university.
Dr. Belal Kaifi
Associate Dean - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Business administration, management, marketing, org. behavior...
Dr. Indira Guzman
Doctoral Studies Director - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Information science and technology, computer science, engineering…
Dr. Stefan Hanson
Associate Dean - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Strategic decision making, entrepreneurship, international business...
Dr. Wendy Wang
Department Chair in Information Management Technology and Computer Science - College of Information Systems
Areas of Expertise: Management information systems, social sciences...
Dr. Roger Rensvold
Full-time Faculty - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Organizational behavior, management research, business administration...
Dr. Qin Sun
Department Chair in Marketing, Logistics, and Operation Management - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Nation branding, digital marketing, marketing strategy, research design…
Dr. Lisa Mohanty
Associate Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and New Programs - University College
Areas of Expertise: Economics, business administration, feminist economics…
Dr. Daniel Corcoran
Part-time Faculty - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Occupational safety, health administration, business administration...
Dr. Kiet Tran
Part-time Faculty - College of Information Systems
Areas of Expertise: Coaching, engineering, management, computer science, business admin...
Dr. Charul Shah
Part-time Faculty - College of Information Systems
Areas of Expertise: Chemical engineering, business administration, computer science...
Trident University International Selected As ‘Great School’ For Adults By Forbes
June 15, 2016 – Cypress, CA – Forbes has chosen Trident University International (Trident) as one of their “10 Great Colleges for Adults Returning to School.” The list, which went live on May 23rd, also includes the likes of Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Professional Development Resources and Presentation Opportunities
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Trident University International Introduces Glenn R. Jones Scholarship for Student Success
December 3, 2015 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International (Trident) is proud to announce a new academic scholarship. The Glenn R. Jones Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 in honor of Jones International University (JIU) founder Glenn R. Jones…
Trident University Receives A+ Rating from BBB – 2015
Trident University International is proud to have received the top honor from the Better Business Bureau as an A+ Accredited Business. The Better Business Bureau (BBB), founded in 1912, is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing marketplace trust.
Trident Participates in GoArmyEd
Trident University is proud to participate in GoArmyEd so that eligible active duty, National Guard, and Army Reserve Soldiers like you can pursue fully online bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees through Trident.
Trident’s College of Business Wins Top Honors
Trident University’s Online Business and Management programs are ranked among the top in the country by GraduatePrograms.com. This is an overall rating of the graduate experience at each college or university. It is based on cumulative student ratings of individual graduate programs within each school. Students evaluate their experiences based on a variety of academic and social criteria.
Accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Earn a superior education entirely online. Trident University is the first fully online university regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Regional Accreditation is recognized by many in higher education as the gold standard that validates the challenging and rewarding academics that make the Trident Learning Model so uniquely effective.
Trident University’s Online MBA is Ranked #1
Trident receives top honors from TopManagementDegrees.com as the most Affordable MBA program . “Trident tries to serve the under-served student who is limited because of time, distance, or occupation and allows them to choose many online sessions offered at multiple times per year. The Trident MBA is focused on equipping the business student for the global business environment.”
Trident’s Online MBA Program is “Top Ranked” in Country.
Trident University’s Online MBA program is ranked among the top schools in the country by GraduatePrograms.com. This is an overall rating of the graduate experience at each college or university. It is based on cumulative student ratings of individual graduate programs within each school. Students evaluate their experiences based on a variety of academic and social criteria.
Trident University Trident offered me an opportunity to continue working full time while pursuing my goal of achieving a Ph.D.
Having our Service members invest in an education today is not a Tax on the present but an Investment into our future. Trident was very flexible with my military career, and provided me the opportunity to continue my education and develop me as an Adaptive, Balanced and Creative thinker and provide me the key to success.
I like that Trident has a mix of military and civilian students – it brings the real world into the classroom.
Our Vision…
Trident University International will be the university of choice for adult learners and will be recognized as a leader in academic excellence, affordability, and career advancement.
Our Mission…
Trident University International provides an exceptional online educational experience for its students – diverse adult learners including current and former members of the military family. Adhering to the highest standards of academic excellence, faculty and staff foster a learning community where students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills to enhance their lives and advance their careers.
I like that Trident is military-focused since it tells me something about their standards.
Now as a member of Trident’s Board, I look forward to supporting the University’s ongoing efforts to cater to the distinct needs of active and reserve duty military personnel, veterans and their families.
I grew up on Air Force bases, so when I became a student here, the feeling of Trident was very comfortable for me.
