PhD + MBA

  • Doctoral
  • Master

Elevate Your Research & Leadership Impact with a Dual Degree

At the University of Jamestown, you can earn your PhD in Clinical Research and layer on a Master’s degree in Business Administration all online — giving you the scientific expertise and the organizational leadership skills needed to guide teams, direct research programs, and influence decisions at the highest level. This online, flexible pathway is designed for working professionals interested in pursuing a PhD who want to elevate their career impact with a business credential.

Why Choose This Online Dual Degree?

You’re committed to advancing clinical research. You’re curious, ethical, data-driven, and ready to generate evidence that can improve lives. UJ’s online PhD in Clinical Research will sharpen your expertise as a researcher—while our online MBA builds your capacity to lead research teams, manage complex projects, communicate persuasively, and navigate the business side of healthcare and innovation.

This integrated path gives you the best of both worlds: deep scientific rigor + practical business leadership.

How to Apply

Applicants must be accepted into the PhD in Clinical Research program at UJ to qualify for this dual degree. Please contact Dr. Kristin Lefebvre for more information.

Applicants are NOT required to submit GRE test scores to be accepted into the program. Once you click Apply Now (below), you will be taken to AHCAS (Allied Health Centralized Application Service) to complete your application.

Applicants must:

  1. Have completed, at minimum, 42 credits of post-bachelor’s work from an institution of higher education. Opportunities for prerequisite work will be provided for students short of the 42-credit minimum requirement.
  2. Submit transcripts.
  3. Complete two essays, one on healthcare and one on research inquiry.

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Why UJ Accelerated?

  • In a smaller, collegial environment, students will receive individualized attention and support from faculty and their advisor.
  • Our Clinical Research program is one of the only online programs of its kind in the country, with the focus of preparing students to perform clinical research across a variety of disciplines.

Save time, money, and double your career impact.

With strategically aligned coursework, you’ll earn both degrees in just 66 credits—far less than the 78 credits it would take to pursue the degrees individually.

100%

Online

Our curriculum provides a rigorous, yet flexible, option for working professionals interested in earning an advanced degree.

Outstanding Program Advisory Board

Our advisory board—made up of established academics, clinicians, and experts from across the United States—review curriculum, assist with program outcomes, and provide research expertise to support students.

Program Objectives

PhD in Clinical Research

Our online PhD in Clinical Research blends synchronous and asynchronous learning. As a student, you will learn to:

  • Demonstrate profound knowledge of the disciplines inherent to performing ethically based and rigorous clinical research.
  • Disseminate dissertation research that will achieve acceptance for dissemination at local and national level conferences and through peer reviewed journals.
  • Apply local and federal guidelines that ensure safety and efficacy of products, medication and information provided to the global society.
  • Appraise evidence in their respective fields.
  • Define the value of data provided in evidence publications and presentations based on their extensive knowledge of research methodology and data analysis.
  • Explain the importance of racial, ethnic, gender, age, socioeconomic and educational diversity in data collection, analysis, and research to produce results that are generalizable to the global community.
  • Participate in their professional associations as evidenced by active membership and participation in local or national conferences or other forms of dissemination prior to graduation.
  • Evaluate technology available for data collection and analysis, including survey instruments and statistical software.

Master of Business Administration

Our online MBA program is available 24/7. With no set class times, you can navigate around existing work and family commitments. As a student, you will gain the following:

  • Enhanced Business Knowledge: Graduates will have a strong foundation in key business areas such as finance, marketing, operations, human resources, strategy, and entrepreneurship.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: UJ’s MBA program emphasizes analytical thinking and problem-solving, enabling you to assess complex business challenges and develop effective solutions.
  • Leadership Skills: You’ll develop leadership capabilities, including the ability to motivate and manage teams, make strategic decisions, and communicate effectively in a leadership role.
  • Communication Skills: Effective communication is crucial in business. Our program works to improve your written and oral communication skills, as well as your ability to present ideas and findings convincingly.
  • Ethical and Social Responsibility: Our MBA program incorporates discussions on business ethics and social responsibility, encouraging you to consider the impact of your decisions on society and stakeholders.
  • Global Perspective: As businesses operate in an increasingly globalized world, the UJ MBA program aims to expose students to international business concepts and practices, helping you understand global markets and strategies.
  • Entrepreneurial Skills: We focus on entrepreneurship, helping you develop the skills and knowledge needed to start and manage your own businesses.
  • Financial Acumen: You’ll graduate with a solid understanding of financial management, including budgeting, financial analysis, and risk assessment.
  • Career Advancement: One of the primary goals of the UJ MBA program is to prepare students for career advancement. This can include job promotions, career changes, or opportunities to enter leadership roles in various industries.
  • Innovation and Adaptability: Given the rapid pace of change in the business world, the UJ MBA program emphasizes innovation and adaptability, helping you stay relevant and competitive in your career.
  • Quantitative and Data Analysis Skills: With the growing importance of data in decision-making, our program includes coursework in quantitative methods and data analysis to equip you with the skills needed to make data-driven decisions.
  • Strategic Thinking: You’ll learn to think strategically, considering long-term goals and the competitive landscape when making business decisions.
  • Project Management: You’ll be prepared to plan, execute, and oversee complex projects efficiently.
  • Cultural Awareness: In today’s global business environment, understanding and respecting cultural differences is essential. Our program promotes cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Required Coursework

PHD in Clinical Research (Core Credits: 24)

Course Title Credits

CRES 710

Introduction to Clinical Research

3

CRES 720

Biostatistics I

3

CRES 721

Biostatistics II

3

CRES 730

Design and Implementation of Clinical Trials

3

CRES 740

Ethics and Professional Issues in Clinical Research

3

CRES 750

Epidemiology

3

CRES 760

Grant Writing for Clinical Research

3

CRES 770

Critical Evaluation of the Literature

3

PHD in Clinical Research (Dissertation Credits: 12 + 1 optional credit extension as needed)

Course Title Credits

CRES 990

Dissertation I Dissertation Seminar and Comprehensive Exam

3

CRES 991

Dissertation II

3

CRES 992

Dissertation III

3

CRES 993

Dissertation IV

3

CRES 994

Dissertation V

3

PHD in Clinical Research (Leadership Certificate Credits: 12)

Course Title Credits

LDRS 500

Foundations of Leadership

3

LDRS 509

21st Century Health Care Systems and Policy

3

LDRS 621

Leading in Interprofessional Healthcare Teams

3

LDRS 622

Change and Innovation in Healthcare

3

MBA Required Courses (Core Credits: 18)

Course Title Credits

BUSN 505

Advanced Business Research Methods

3

BUSN 510

Human Resource Management

3

ECON 650

Economic Analysis

3

BUSN 640

Innovation Ecosystems

3

BUSN 645

Applied Corporate Finance

3

BUSN 699

Capstone: Strategy Formulation and Implementation

3

Total Semester Credits Required: 66

Additional Academic and Program Information
Clinical Research Policies and Resources

HLC ACCREDITATION
The PhD in Clinical Research program and the MBA at the University of Jamestown are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Meet your faculty

In this dual-degree program, you'll learn from top-tier faculty made up of industry experts and seasoned academics.

We’re all about making your education affordable.

We believe every student, regardless of their financial situation, should have access to a UJ Accelerated education. In fact, 50% of our graduate students receive financial aid.