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Ph.D. in Business Administration
- Management Science and Information Systems (MSIS) Option The Ph.D. Program in Business Administration, MSIS option, at Oklahoma State prepares candidates for academic careers involving high quality research and instruction. Currently, this program is available only full-time on the Stillwater campus. It is not available part-time or through distance education, or at other campuses. Before applying for the program, please visit the link, What do MIS PhDs do? and in particular, "Why get a PhD". There are four specializations offered under the MSIS option:
Students take a common set of courses that cover all four specializations. These are typically Ph.D. seminar courses (varying topics), courses on research methods (statistical and quantitative courses), and other courses offered by the department. Students without a background in business administration will be required to take a core set of business courses in management, finance, accounting, marketing and economics. In addition, students may also take courses in other departments such as management, computer science, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, among others, depending on their area of specialization. Some students may also have the opportunity to work closely with the Institute for Research in Information Systems (IRIS) and the Center for Telecommunications and Network Security Management (CTANS). Beginning fall 2007, additional scholarship money (beyond our usual assistantship and tuition waivers) will be available to applicants with outstanding qualifications. Admission Requirements Outstanding students in any field of study may apply. It is normally expected that the applicant will have obtained a master's degree prior to the initial enrollment in the program, but exceptions may be made in appropriate circumstances. Students are admitted based upon the perceived likelihood of placement success in an academic career at other peer institutions. These factors include the standardized tests (such as GMAT) but also additional information that assesses research and teaching potential. Factors include:
More detailed information may be found in the University Catalog. Early in the program, an assessment of a candidate's ability and potential to conduct research will be made and will be used to decide whether a student can continue in the program. Deadlines for Application
All application materials must be submitted by the above deadlines in order to receive full consideration. Admissions are typically for the Fall semester. Spring admissions are rare. Application Materials Graduate College: All students need to a complete an application with the Graduate College (http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/apply/domestic.htm). International students may wish to visit this site: (http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/apply/international.htm ). If either of these links do not work, please visit the Graduate College Website at: http://gradcollege.okstate.edu ).Please note that, on the application, the degree should be indicated as "Ph.D. in Business Administration" and the option should be indicated as "MSIS".Ph.D. Coordinator: In addition, each student must file the following directly with the Ph.D. Coordinator for the department (see address below):
Financial Assistance: Assistantships are awarded on a competitive basis and are subject to availability of funds. Financial assistance normally results from the performance of services by the doctoral student and constitutes employment by the University. Notification of whether a student will receive financial support is made with the initial notification of admission. Financial assistance is given for three (3) years, assuming satisfactory performance in the program. Normally, these services will consist of classroom instruction or research assistance at the doctoral level. Oklahoma State University also offers a limited number of fellowships on a competitive basis, depending on availability. They may be used to supplement financial assistance from the department. Beginning fall 2007, additional scholarship money (beyond our usual assistantship and tuition waivers) will be available to applicants with outstanding qualifications. Contact Address Oklahoma State University Stillwater, Oklahoma 74078 (405) 744-3551 rathin.sarathy@okstate.edu Last modified: March 13, 2007 |