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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Innovation
Our MS in Data Science and Information Systems program is designed for thinkers and builders—people who want to analyze data, build smart systems, make decisions smarter, and create technology-driven opportunities.
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Overview
The PhD in Business Innovation prepares students to shape the future of business and society through research-driven leadership. Working with expert faculty mentors, students address organizational and community challenges, create actionable solutions, and build a global scholarly presence. Project-based learning and seminar courses cultivate advanced research, teaching, and leadership skills, producing graduates capable of transformative impact.
What You'll Learn
Graduates emerge as visionary researchers and leaders, equipped to:
Develop innovative, research-backed solutions to complex business and societal problems
Integrate Ubuntu principles into sustainable leadership and community-driven innovation
Master and apply advanced qualitative and quantitative research methods
Publish influential research in academic journals and build a global scholarly presence
Admission Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (any field) or Master’s degree
English proficiency
Transfer Credits: Up to 9 graduate credits (≈3 courses)
Research-focused, teaching practice required
Duration: 3–5 years
Curriculum / Courses
Required Courses:
BICE 502 Sustainable Leadership
HUMA 570 Ubuntu Mind
BICE 800 Advanced Graduate Writing
BICE 801 Grounded and Contextualized Community-Based Knowledge
BICE 803 Comprehensive Overview of Research Design
BICE 804 Quantitative Methods
BICE 805 Qualitative Methods
BICE 806 Technology Venture Creation
Elective Courses:
Six 3-credit 500-level courses from fields of interest
Option to earn a master’s degree at no extra cost by completing six elective courses plus BICE 500 Project-Based Experiential Course
Seminar and Dissertation Courses (No Credit Limit):
BICE 807 Doctoral Seminar (3 credits minimum) – taken after required and elective courses
BICE 808 Doctoral Dissertation (3 credits minimum) – taken after required and elective courses
Program Structure:
Discovery (First Year): Take required and elective courses
Journey (Second Year): Begin teaching or assisting in teaching, complete coursework, defend dissertation proposal by year-end
Mastery (Third Year and Beyond): Conduct independent research and complete dissertation
University Application Process
Step 1: Check Admission Requirements
Review the entry requirements for your chosen degree program.
Verify if any additional selection criteria apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Application
Complete and submit your application online through the Osiri University Student Portal.
Upload all required documents, including transcripts, certificates, and proof of English proficiency.
Pay the administrative fee applicable to your program.
Step 3: Application Assessment
An admissions consultant will be assigned to your application upon submission.
Applicants can track the progress of their application via the Self-Service Portal.
Compliance with minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as placement depends on program availability, academic results, and other criteria.
Key Program Information
Delivery Mode: 100% online (all students are international)
Administrative Fee: $600 per year for most programs; some programs like Education: $2,400 per year
Program Duration: Typically 1 year for master’s programs, 3–5 years for PhD programs
Transfer Credits: Up to 9 graduate credits (case-by-case evaluation)
Support: Access to mentors, academic advisors, preparatory resources, and project-based learning opportunities
Enquiries:
Email: kaabo@osiriuniversity.org
Phone: +1 (531) 248 1863
Program Highlights:
Self-paced online learning
Live lectures (recorded if missed)
14 courses plus graduate and doctoral seminar courses
Duration: 3–5 years
Earn a master’s degree during the program at no additional cost
Annual Fee:
$600 per year (or $50/month for 11 months, then $100 in the 12th month)
Application Deadline:
15 May 2025
Classes Start:
1 June 2025
Enquiries
Email: kaabo@osiriuniversity.org
Phone: +1 (531) 248 1863