Complete a dual degree in 2.5 Years

Dual Degree MBA and DBA

Earn not one but two degrees in 2.5 years! The Dual MBA and DBA Degree from Edgewood College Wisconsin is a highly efficient and cost-effective dual degree program designed to equip you with a blend of management expertise and applied research capabilities.

Edgewood College believes in accessible education for all. The College has introduced scholarships on the on-campus tuition fee of the programs for students outside the US looking to pursue their education online.

Type

Dual Degree
Start Date

December 23, 2024
Duration

2.5 Years

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HLC Accredited MBA and DBA | HLC is CHEA Recognised
ACBSP Accredited MBA |
100% Online Format

Introduction to Edgewood Dual Degree Course

Course Snapshot

HLC
Accredited Program
2.5 years
to complete the Dual Degree
Optional on-campus
Immersion

HLC is CHEA recognized - read more below
Earn the reputed Dr. title
Designed for working professionals
Edgewood College alumni status
10 Year Legacy

About the Higher Learning Commission

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is one of seven regional accreditors in the United States. It is an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation to accredit degree-granting colleges and universities. Institutional accreditation validates the quality of an institution's academic programs and overall operations, including governance, finance, and resources, through rigorous peer review and ongoing monitoring.

Here is the Statement of HLC Accreditation for Edgewood College.

Key Highlights of the Dual Degree Course

What is this course about?

Program Benefits

Edgewood College alumni status
Complete dual degree in just 2.5 years
Doctorate in the domain of your choice
Earn the reputed Dr. title
Personalize your Dual Degree - Choose any 1 concentration*
Optional on-Campus Immersion
Online Networking Opportunities
Live Office Hours
No standardized testing required (Optional)
Research workshops
Live Office Hours
A pool of International thesis supervisor and the subject matter experts

Who Is This Programme For?

Designed for professionals aiming to elevate their careers, our dual degree program offers the comprehensive management skills of an MBA and the in-depth research capabilities of a DBA.This program is ideal for professionals looking to ascend to senior management positions and contribute to academic or consulting fields. The MBA component provides essential management skills, while the DBA fosters expertise in specialized areas.

Minimum Eligibility

Bachelors holders (or equivalent) are able to apply to pursue the dual degree program

These are the careers you can opt for after the Dual MBA & DBA Degree :

Academic Careers

University Professor
Research Fellow
Program Director

Corporate Roles

Senior Management
Consultant
Board Member

Specialized Roles

Industry Analyst
Policy Analyst
Enterpreneurs

Academic/Career Support

Career coaching calls
Mentorship calls
Thesis supervisor calls
Pit stop sessions for query resolution and networking

Student Support

A dedicated program coordinator
24/7 support to answer all your queries!
Reach out to intstudentsupport@upgrad.com
Centralised Whatsapp channels for queries

About the Concentrations

Leadership

This concentration focuses on various aspects of leadership and organizational management. It explores leadership theories and styles, and delves into the complexities of organizational change and the application of economic principles to managerial decision-making.

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Finance

This concentration focuses on financial management and decision-making. It covers capital budgeting techniques, while exploring cost accounting systems for managerial purposes and the application of economic principles to business decisions.

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Healthcare Management

This program equips students to make data-driven decisions, manage healthcare operations, and ensure continuous quality improvement. It covers data analysis, healthcare policy, process improvement, global standards, and ethical considerations, preparing students to lead in enhancing patient safety and healthcare quality.

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Marketing

This program equips students with the skills to develop effective marketing strategies through market analysis, consumer behavior insights, and channel management. It covers digital innovation, cross-cultural marketing, and ethical practices, preparing students to optimize customer engagement and lead in today’s competitive global market.

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Tech and AI

This program offers leaders comprehensive courses in cutting-edge technologies, including cloud computing, product management, and AI/ML. Participants will gain strategic and technical expertise to design scalable IT infrastructures, manage tech product lifecycles, and harness AI-driven solutions. Through practical case studies and real-world applications, the courses empower leaders to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and stay competitive in the evolving digital landscape.

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About the Partnership

To provide quality U.S. education to learners across the globe, Edgewood College has partnered with upGrad, a global higher education technology provider. Through this partnership, learners from around the world have the opportunity to learn from Edgewood College faculty. The programs taken by international students are delivered 100% online and hold the same accreditation and rigorous standards as the courses offered on Edgewood College campus and to domestic online learners. Within the partnership, upGrad serves as the point of contact for international student admissions, advising, enrollment, and payment. Most notably, Edgewood College has taken action to make its courses accessible to all students by implementing a scholarship program for international students.

To learn more about our partnership, please visit:

https://online.edgewood.edu/edgewood-college-international-online/

Why an Online Dual MBA and DBA Degree from Edgewood College?

Edgewood College boasts over 90 years of academic excellence and is accredited by the HLC. It offers more than 60 majors and 40 minors.The dual MBA/DBA from Edgewood College offers a unique blend of management and research skills, preparing you for advanced career opportunities in academia, industry, or consulting.

Outcomes: The program can help you climb the corporate ladder or start your own business.
Connect with peers: On-campus Immersion and Networking Opportunities.
Flexible Learning: Benefit from an online format and affordable tuition.
Strong Academic Foundation: An institution with a legacy of more than 90 years.
Choose your domain: Leadership, Finance, Healthcare, Marketing, Tech and AI
Pathway to the Dual Degree: Earn the “Dr” title by completing the Dual degree program.

Degree Certificate

Earn valuable Credentials & Recognition

Complete all the courses successfully to obtain this prestigious recognition from Edgewood College.

About the Higher Learning Commission

Here is the Statement of HLC Accreditation for Edgewood College.

Edgewood College has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1958, with its most recent 10-year re-accreditation in 2018-2019. In partnership with upGrad, Edgewood College offers globally accessible, affordable programs, including an MBA (14 months), DBA (24 months), and dual degrees in business and education (30 months). These programs maintain the same high standards as Edgewood’s other accredited offerings

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About Edgewood College

More than 90 years of legacy: Edgewood College, founded in 1927, is an independent liberal arts university, located in Madison, Wisconsin in the United States.

Accredited in the US: Edgewood College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, one of the seven accrediting commissions recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

ACBSP Accredited:* Edgewood College offers more than 60 majors and 40 minors and its business program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The MBA is ACBSP Accredited.

WES Recognised: WES takes all programs to a US equivalency - as all programs are within the US they are already WES equivalent.

Note: The MBA program is accredited by ACBSP. The DBA Program is currently in candidacy for ACBSP accreditation. The DBA program will receive full accreditation once it has met all ACBSP requirements. Both the MBA and DBA programs are HLC accredited.

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Inclusivity through Scholarships

Edgewood College will be an inclusive model of learning, teaching, and scholarship.

Our students, alumni, faculty, and staff will be recognized for their pursuit of purposeful lives, vibrant and sustainable communities, and a just world. To further their vision of inclusive education Edgewood College is partnering with upGrad to offer quality higher education programs across the globe.

Scholarship: Edgewood College believes in accessible education for all. The College has introduced scholarships on the on-campus tuition fee of the programs for students outside the US looking to pursue their education online.
Same as On Campus: The programs will be taught online by the same on-campus faculty and learners will get the same on-campus degree

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Syllabus of Edgewood Dual Degree Course

What will you learn?

A curriculum designed to equip you with comprehensive business and management skills, while also developing leadership and expertise, allowing you to earn both an MBA and DBA in just 2.5 years.

2.5 Years Course Duration

60 Credits

BUS 903 | Analyzing Behavior in Organizations

6 Weeks

This course equips the students with the insight necessary to develop interpersonal relationships that will build teams, increase productivity, enhance the quality of work life, orchestrate change, improve employee retention, and augment communication.

BUS 606 | Strategic Marketing

6 Weeks

This course allows the students to apply marketing knowledge in addressing strategic decision-making situations. It emphasizes the use of analytical skills in making judgments under uncertainty in a variety of marketing contexts.

BUS 618 | Managing Information and Technology

6 Weeks

This course provides the students with an understanding of how to collaborate with IT experts while making business decisions with a significant technology component.

BUS 602 | Accounting for Managers

6 Weeks

This course is designed to provide insight into managerial accounting concepts with a focus on real-world application. It examines managerial accounting tools and resources that assist managers with business decisions spanning different disciplines.

BUS 607 | Corporate Finance

6 Weeks

This course introduces students to corporate finance. It covers topics like financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital structure, common stock valuation, capital budgeting, and corporate restructuring and failure.

BUS 904 | Executive Supply Chain Strategy and Negotiations

6 Weeks

The course is designed to help students learn how to identify, dissect, and answer strategic management problems. To remedy the crucial challenges facing organizations, students will research, analyze, and evaluate solutions.

BUS 609 | MBA Strategic Management

6 Weeks

Through this course (capstone project), students will develop an understanding of strategy and its formulation, implementation, and evaluation. The course incorporates elements of marketing, finance, operations, and quantitative analysis.

DBUS 901 | Introduction to Academic Scholarship and Doctoral Studies in Business

6 Weeks

This course provides an overview of academic scholarship and prepares the doctoral student for performing business research. Students use critical thinking models and practices, including the role of assumptions, to identify business problems.

DBUS 920 | Quantitative Analysis I: Quantitative Research and Analysis

6 Weeks

This course explains application of quantitative analytical techniques to problems in business. The programming language R will be introduced.

DBUS 921 | Qualitative Research

6 Weeks

In this course learn what constitutes qualitative research, how to apply qualitative research methods. This involves students identifying appropriate qualitative research plans, developing research questions, conducting a planned analysis, and communicating their findings.

DBUS 922 | Quantitative Analysis II: Applied Regression Analysis

6 Weeks

Applied Regression Analysis will focus on the estimation of various regression models. It reviews regression methodology, assumptions of the framework and corrections for violations of the assumptions with an emphasis on practical skills.

DBUS 902 | Business Ethics & Sustainability

6 Weeks

This course will consider the actions business organizations can take aimed at benefiting society. It will also explore new and emerging sustainable business strategies that create a competitive advantage to support organizations.

DBUS 910 | Financial Decision-Making and Value Creation

6 Weeks

In this course, students will build upon their knowledge of managerial finance to measure and manage the risk and value of investment opportunities including equity investments, fixed income investments, financing vehicles, and special topics.

DBUS 930 | Applied Doctoral Research Proposal - I

8 Weeks

Students apply the fundamentals of research writing, and how the principles of business research writing will be followed in the applied doctoral research deliverable.

DBUS 931 | Applied Doctoral Research Proposal - II

8 Weeks

This part of the proposal contains a synthesis of sufficient academic and business literature to support the need to address the proposed business problem/question.

DBUS 932 | Applied Doctoral Research: Findings and Conclusions

8 Weeks

In this deliverable, the students will need to report the findings based on the analysis of collected data.

DBUS 933 | Applied Doctoral Research: Defense and Completion

8 Weeks

Based on the conclusions about the findings of the study, the students will be expected to recommend the solutions that can be used to address the problem/question. The student will also be expected to prepare an execution plan.

Concentrations