Doctor of Philosophy in Technology*

The Doctor of Philosophy in Technology (Tech PhD) is a pinnacle academic degree for those looking to advance in the technology sector. Graduates will possess advanced knowledge essential for leading roles as technology innovators, high-level consultants, and educators in the tech field. They will apply this knowledge to tackle complex tech challenges, demonstrating their expertise through significant research on cutting-edge technology topics of their interest.

This program is specifically designed for working professionals and is offered as a part-time curriculum that combines online coursework with remote delivery through modern platforms like Zoom, facilitating real-time interactions. For those in proximity to the campus, there are opportunities for on-site engagements, enhancing the learning experience by fostering direct connections between faculty and students.

The curriculum of the Tech PhD is crafted to integrate theoretical foundations with practical application, preparing students to thoroughly explore various dimensions of technology. Participants will hone their ability to critically assess and address real-world technological dilemmas, contributing novel insights to the field. The program encompasses 60 semester hours, beginning with foundational Research and Methods courses. Following these, PhD candidates must pass a Preliminary Exam within two semesters of completing the core research methodology course. Upon passing the Preliminary Exam, candidates embark on the dissertation journey, dedicating 15 hours to conducting original research that contributes to the technological landscape.

Designed to cater to the evolving demands of the tech industry, the Tech PhD program empowers individuals to lead with innovation, offering the tools and insights needed to make significant contributions to technology and society.

Core Courses

DCT 700	DOCTORAL STUDIES SEMINAR	3
BTC 701	ORGANIZATIONAL RESILIENCE FRAMEWORK	3
BTC 770	NAVIGATING CONFLICT AND RISK FOR POSITIVE LEADERSHIP	3
IT 701	INNOVATION, RISK, AND CYBERSECURITY	3
IT 707	SPECIAL RESEARCH TOPICS IN TECHNOLOGY	3
MGT 765	HIGH PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP	3
RES 711	RESEARCH METHODS: INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE	3
RES 712	QUALITATIVE AND EXPLORATORY RESEARCH METHODS	3
RES 713	QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS I: DATA MANAGEMENT AND NON-EXPERIMENTAL	3
RES 714	QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS II: EXPERIMENTAL AND STATISTICAL	3
DIS 796	DISSERTATION I - CHAPTER 1	3
DIS 797	DISSERTATION II – CHAPTER 2	3
DIS 798	DISSERTATION III – CHAPTER 3	3
DIS 799	DISSERTATION IV- CHAPTER 4	3
DIS 800	DISSERTATION V – CHAPTER 5	3

Residency Courses

RSD 801	DOCTORAL RESIDENCY I	1
RSD 802	DOCTORAL RESIDENCY II	1
RSD 803	DOCTORAL RESIDENCY III	1

Concentrations

Choose one concentration from the following:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

IT 720	APPLIED RESEARCH IN NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING	3
IT 721	APPLIED RESEARCH TOPICS IN DEEP LEARNING THEORY & PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS	3
IT 722	ADVANCED TOPICS IN DATA STORAGE & MINING	3
IT 723	ADVANCED PROGRAMMING FOR DATA ANALYSIS	3

Cybersecurity

BTC 771	ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE STRATEGY FOR LEADERS	3
BTC 773	GAME THEORY AND PROBLEM ANALYSIS FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERS	3
IT 703	APPLIED RESEARCH TOPICS I	3
IT 704	APPLIED RESEARCH TOPICS II	3

Data Analytics

IT 703	APPLIED RESEARCH TOPICS I	3
IT 704	APPLIED RESEARCH TOPICS II	3
IT 712	PROGRAMMING FOR DATA VISUALIZATION & PREDICTIVE MODELING	3
IT 722	ADVANCED TOPICS IN DATA STORAGE & MINING	3

Online Course Orientation

The free and no credit Moodle orientation (MDL*001*R1) is mandatory for all students. MDL*001*R1 must be taken prior to the start of the first course.

To graduate with a doctoral degree from Walsh College, students must meet program-specific graduation requirements. Refer to the section entitled Residency Policy for specific credit hour requirements for each program. All students must:

Complete the program of study within a period of 84 calendar months (seven years) from the initial date of course enrollment (as designated by the first semester attended on the student’s Walsh College transcript). Extensions to this time requirement will only be granted upon review of the request by the doctoral program director or designee.
Earn a minimum 60 doctoral semester credit hours, which may include up to a maximum of 30 semester credit hours of advanced standing, therefore requiring 30 semester credit hours in residence in the doctoral program.
Prepare and successfully defend the Dissertation Proposal.
Prepare and successfully defend the final Dissertation.
Achieve a cumulative grade point average of “B” (3.000) or better within the degree requirements at Walsh College.
Students preparing for graduation must file an official Application for Graduation. Students can make an appointment with the doctoral program advisor to review graduation requirements.
Students can view their program completion progress any time by logging into Self-Service for Students through the portal and clicking on “My Progress.”