Executive PhD in Business

Application

How to Apply

Applying to the Executive PhD is a multi-step process, starting with a written application. Finalists selected from among the applicants will be invited to submit a research proposal as the final step in the application process.

WRITTEN APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Personal essay demonstrating a solid rationale and passion for pursuing a PhD in business
  • Statement about how the degree will fit into your current employment situation given the rigorous nature of the program, and how it will prepare you for your future career aspirations or your personal goals
  • Current and complete resume/curriculum vitae
  • Optional GMAT score: While a score is not required for admission, you’re welcome to provide a score if you’ve taken the exam in the recent past.
  • Two to three recommendation letters. We strongly encourage that one letter be from your current employer expressing support for you pursuing the program.

Apply

Deadlines

Fall Quarter Entry 2025

Application deadline
Finalist applicants invited to submit research proposals
Online Q&A session
Research proposal deadline
Admission decisions released to applicants
Orientation (attendance required)
Start of fall quarter
Upcoming Deadline
Sunday, Jan. 5
Weds, Jan. 15
Mon, Jan. 27
Thus, Feb. 27
Weds, March 13
Fri, Aug. 22 - Sat, Aug. 23
Mon, Sept. 9
Next Deadline
Sun, April 6
Weds, April 16
Mon, April 28
Mon, May 26
Mon, June 9
Fri, Aug. 22 - Sat, Aug. 23
Mon, Sept. 9

Finalists Proposal and Q&A Session

Based on their application materials, finalists will be invited to submit a research proposal. The invitation will include instructional videos on how to read, digest and put to use the extant literature in developing research projects for solving pressing business issues.

Applicants will also be invited to a live Zoom Q&A session where they can ask faculty any questions about the research proposal, the application process, or the program overall.

After the Q&A session, applicants will have one month in which to complete a full research proposal as the last hurdle for admission to the Daniels PhD program.