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Ready to design and execute strategies that stand up in today’s business world? Within the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Strategy and Innovation specialization, you’ll do just that. Design projects and learn how visionary leaders use strategic and innovative methods to transform their organizational landscapes.
You’ll examine how company leaders increase their organization’s agility, opportunities and competitive advantages, and study current topics, including strategic digital transformation, and managing innovation, design and creativity. You’ll also analyze scholarly and practitioner literature and emerging trends in the fields of strategy and innovation.
Apply today with no application fee.
*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
DB8400 |
Your DBA Journey
In this first course, learners analyze the components of a business problem. Learners use critical thinking models and practices, including the role of assumptions, to identify business problem scenarios. Learners practice professional- and business-writing, acquire library skills, network with peers and doctoral support services, and learn new technological and reflective tools for further development and independent thought. Must be taken during the learner's first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. |
6 quarter credits |
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DB8405 |
Effective Organizational Leadership
Learners in this course investigate business problems in information systems, management, and marketing experienced by leaders. Learners examine models and theories found in current scholarly and practitioner literature. Additionally, learners analyze project-based problem solving. |
6 quarter credits |
DB8410 |
Addressing Problems in Human Resources and Compliance
In this course, learners analyze project-based concepts in human resources, business law, business ethics, and re-skilling of talent pools in the global environment. Learners examine business ethical compliance using value- and rule-based argumentation. Learners evaluate secondary data sources to perform due diligence when creating objective, fact-based, unbiased analyses. |
6 quarter credits |
DB8415 |
Strategic Decision Making
In this course, learners identify strategic decision-making models and theories to assist in solving business financial problems. Learners apply economic and managerial accounting data and management theories to business strategy decisions. Learners cultivate skills using decision and visualization tools, logic frameworks, and intuitive knowledge. Additionally, learners gain an understanding of gap analysis within the project perspective. |
6 quarter credits |
DB8420 |
Teaching Business in Higher Education
In this course, learners develop a personal teaching philosophy regarding teaching practices, methods, models, and strategies within the fields of business and supply chain management. Learners create instructional plans and measurable assessments for higher business education within adult-learning frameworks. Additionally, learners write portions of business courses and assess curriculum. |
6 quarter credits |
This program will help prepare candidates to assess the information needs for effective strategy and innovation and identify, access, and collaborate on the appropriate sources for that information. On successful completion of this degree and specialization, you will be able to:
Review the Capella career exploration guide to learn more about this program and career paths to explore.
The total cost of your degree will depend on your learning format, academic performance and other factors. See FlexPath and GuidedPath cost information below.
A self-paced learning format that helps put you in control. Take courses at your own speed and move on to the next course whenever you’re ready.
$3,265 per 12-week billing session, $175 resource kit fee, 45 total program points, 12 max transfer points
Resource kit fee
$175 Per quarter
Coursework phase only; includes eBooks, textbooks, interactive media, software, course packs, articles, test kits, and other instructional materials
Resource kit fee
$175
Per quarter
Coursework phase only; includes eBooks, textbooks, interactive media, software, course packs, articles, test kits, and other instructional materials
Application fee
$0 no application fee
Application fee
$0
no application fee
Capella Tuition Cap
$45,000 Total Tuition
*Eligibility rules apply. Books, course materials, supplies, equipment and other fees apply. Travel expenses for residency, practicum, etc., are not covered by the tuition cap.
Capella Tuition Cap
What is the Capella Tuition Cap?$45,000
Total Tuition
*Eligibility rules apply. Books, course materials, supplies, equipment and other fees apply. Travel expenses for residency, practicum, etc., are not covered by the tuition cap.
A structured learning format with an active peer community and faculty guidance. We’ll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
$765 per credit, $4,850 quarterly tuition max, 90 coursework credits, 24 max transfer credits*
*A maximum of 24 transfer credits are allowed, of which only 6 can be master's level credit.
GuidedPath pricing
Resource kit fee
$175 Per quarter
Coursework phase only; includes eBooks, textbooks, interactive media, software, course packs, articles, test kits, and other instructional materials
Resource kit fee
$175
Per quarter
Coursework phase only; includes eBooks, textbooks, interactive media, software, course packs, articles, test kits, and other instructional materials
Application fee
$0 no application fee
Application fee
$0
no application fee
Quarterly Cap
$4,850* Per Quarter
*Books, supplies, and other fees apply
Quarterly Cap
What is the quarterly tuition cap?$4,850*
Per Quarter
*Books, supplies, and other fees apply
Capella Tuition Cap
$45,000 Total Tuition
*Eligibility rules apply. Books, course materials, supplies, equipment and other fees apply. Travel expenses for residency, practicum, etc., are not covered by the tuition cap.
Capella Tuition Cap
What is the Capella Tuition Cap?$45,000
Total Tuition
*Eligibility rules apply. Books, course materials, supplies, equipment and other fees apply. Travel expenses for residency, practicum, etc., are not covered by the tuition cap.
Know your maximum tuition cost, no matter what happens.
Earning a degree is a great investment in yourself. And as with any investment, you want to know what you’ll pay upfront. But when it comes to education, calculating a clear number can be complicated.
To help clear up tuition confusion, we've created Capella Tuition Cap to give you a maximum tuition amount that you know you’ll never exceed.
The cost scenarios below are examples based on general program pricing and 2024–25 Capella tuition rates and assume the average number of transfer credits a student brings into the program. Pacing and pricing information is current as of Jan. 1, 2024. These rates are the same nationwide and may change depending on factors affecting program length and price. You are responsible for paying your own travel costs related to residencies, including plane, hotel, and food expenses.
To discuss whether the specialization you’re interested in has additional factors that may affect program cost and length, contact a Capella enrollment counselor.
Estimated cost of completion |
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Coursework: $765/credit 14 quarters |
$62,496.00 |
Subtotal
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$62,496.00 |
Est. savings with Capella Tuition Cap*
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$-17,496.00 |
Est. tuition subtotal with Capella Tuition Cap*
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$45,000.00 |
Resource kit fee: $175 14 quarters |
$2,450.00 |
Application fee: $0
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$0 |
Est. total with Capella Tuition Cap* 14 quarters |
$47,450.00 |
*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details. Capella Tuition Cap is available to students who start now through Jan. 6, 2025.
Connect with an enrollment counselor to further discuss the cost of the program and explore your eligibility for scholarships and discounts.
Your education is an investment in your future that’s within your reach. There are more ways to save than you might think.
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Applicants must provide the following information for admission to Capella programs and specializations:
GRE and GMAT are not required for admission.
FlexPath admission requirements
Applicants for our FlexPath self-paced learning option must also meet the following criteria:
Transition to FlexPath: Applicants whose GPA is below the FlexPath admission threshold may be considered once they successfully complete at least two GuidedPath courses (or eight credits, whichever is greater) with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
International Student Requirements
If you completed your most recent academic coursework, degree, or credential at an institution outside the United States, regardless of your citizenship or where you currently live, you are considered an international applicant.
In addition to the above admission requirements, you will need to submit these materials:
Learn more about international student admissions.
Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of doctoral students. We’ve structured the experience in manageable pieces that build on one another to help you earn your doctorate. You’ll have support from faculty, staff, and online resources along the way.
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Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion, or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Doctor of Business Administration in Strategy and Innovation.
Related job titles to explore*
Employment settings to explore*
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications and/or other designations along with a degree. Because many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a promotion, salary increase or other career outcome. We encourage you to research requirements for your job target and career goals.