What motivated me to pursue a doctoral degree was the sweet taste of knowledge. Some people find that hard to believe. I had just finished my MBA (May 2009 – University of Wales) and I just could not stop. Being a corporate director for many years, I was interested in a practice-based doctorate, rather than a PhD. I wanted a program that would help me develop my professional and research skills. The D.B.A. was a natural choice. Although I would love to teach when I retire. The D.B.A. is a professional-based doctorate where the proposed research topic must clearly tackle a business problem. After months of evaluating many options (the search started way before I completed my MBA), I found Walden to be a highly respected and well established university. I particularly liked the program structure and that it has compulsory residencies. I am glad I made that decision.

Have you started your pilot project?

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