Ph.D. in Applied Management & Decision Sciences - Operations Research Online Degree Information

	Ph.D. in Applied Management & Decision Sciences - Operations Research
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Degree Title:	Ph.D. in Applied Management & Decision Sciences - Operations Research
College:	Walden University
Description:	Global competition, a rapidly evolving and knowledge-based economy, and a more diverse workforce place unprecedented demands on today's managers, policy makers and administrators. Forward thinking and effective leaders expecting to succeed in this environment understand the need for continuous learning. At Walden, you'll find a learning environment specifically designed for working professionals who want the flexibility of an online program combined with quality education that you can directly apply to real-world challenges. Walden's Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences Program prepares you to anticipate the impact of global interdependencies, technology and diversity on you and on the organizations you lead. Based on your applied research, you will gain a deeper understanding of the primary trends impacting the 21st century enterprise in terms of such important management disciplines as: Leadership and organizational change, Knowledge and learning management, Decision-making, Finance. The program's curriculum complements current business practices and technological advances-positioning Walden graduates as strategic leaders for the new millennium. This specialization (often referred to as Management Science or by the acronym OR/MS) prepares you to understand new and innovative approaches to operations management.

Accreditation:	North Central Association (NCA) (?)
Delivery Format:	Self Directed Study/On-line (?)
Educational Level:	Doctorate (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Students must have a master's degree from an accredited institution.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Walden offers frequent start dates. Check with an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Credit-earning Options:
Transfer of credit varies by applicant.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online course structure with residency requirements for Ph.D. programs.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.

Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.

On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.

Loans Offered:
Walden offers Federal Financial Aid and Student loans. A full-service financial aid office offers assistance to students who need help funding their educational expenses.