DBA – Corporate Consulting
Redefine the Business Industry Through Your Calling.
Regent University’s fully online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) with a concentration in Corporate Consulting enables experts in the field of business to gain a competitive edge and challenge the industry’s strategies and structures. Through its applied multidisciplinary approach, you can effectively analyze business theory and practice to lead others to success at the corporate level. You can also gain advice on career choice, networking skills, and professional development from seasoned business professionals through the Executive Mentor Program.
Become a Leading Innovator
Lead and transform corporations through evidence-based approaches.
Broaden Your Horizons
Explore the critical role played by the consultant as a leading practitioner from a Christian worldview.
Learn from the Best
Receive membership from faculty who hold the highest degrees in their field and seasoned business professionals through the Executive Mentor Program.
Align Yourself With Excellence Through Regent’s Doctor In Business Administration
Regent has been ranked among the Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report (2026). Our programs have also been recognized among the Top 5 Best Graduate Online Business (Non-MBA) Programs in Virginia for 12 consecutive years (2015-25).
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
After completing our DBA in corporate consulting, you can:
- Complete assessments of an organization’s readiness to accept and utilize input from consulting agents.
- Prepare issue-based consulting reports.
- Succeed in internal and external consulting situations.
- Better serve as senior Christian business executives and scholars in the global economy.
Career Opportunities
- Executive Coaching
- Executive Leadership for Business
- Educator
- Government Agencies
- The Military
| Code | Name | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code: LDSL 761 | Consulting Design | Credits: 3 | Different consulting approaches for data gathering and problem solving when dealing with the complex problems faced by consultants. |
| Code: LDSL 762 | Ethical Interventions | Credits: 3 | Philosophy of consulting based on personal values and morals and the premise that effective consultants are also ethical change agents. |
| Code: LDSL 763 | Consulting Strategies | Credits: 3 | Consulting as a strategic process and the meaning of strategic in a broad range of consulting contexts. |
| Code: LDSL 764 | Global Consulting | Credits: 3 | The role of the consultant as a global change agent, with emphasis on the need for increased cultural awareness and sensitivity to change within the shifting global marketplace. |
Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.
2026-27 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 14 | Monday, August 24 |
| Session B | Friday, October 16 | Monday, October 26 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 6 | Monday, January 11 |
| Session D | Friday, March 5 | Monday, March 15 |
| Session E | Friday, April 30 | Monday, May 10 |
| Session F | Friday, June 11 | Monday, June 21 |
Prerequisites
Doctoral applicants must hold an MBA or a master’s degree in a business-related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Resume
Provide an updated copy of your professional resume or curriculum vitae that includes:
- Employment history with details of leadership responsibilities, skill sets and results – the committee looks at both quantity and quality of responsibilities
- School, community and church leadership positions – the committee looks at both quantity and quality of positions
- Service activities in which you have been involved
- Academic and non-academic honors and distinctions you have received
Your resume should be submitted to regent.edu/items.
Step 4: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $845 (On-Campus) $695 (Online) | 6 | $5,070 $4,170 |
| Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $845 (On-Campus) $695 (Online) | 9 | $7,605 $6,255 |
| Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $765 (On-Campus) $695 (Online) | 6 | $4,590 $4,170 |
| Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 3 | $3,060 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $765 (On-Campus) $695 (Online) | 9 | $6,885 $6,255 |
| Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $1,020 | 6 | $6,120 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |