Concentrations
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Saint Peter’s University offers three cutting-edge concentrations that prepare graduates to lead in today’s most dynamic business environments. Each concentration combines advanced theory, applied research, and practical skills—tailored to your professional path and scholarly interests.
Organizational Leadership
Inspire transformation. Lead change. Drive impact.
The Organizational Leadership concentration prepares professionals to lead complex teams, manage strategic initiatives, and foster a culture of innovation. Ideal for executives and managers seeking roles such as CEO, Chief Strategy Officer or Director of Operations, this track develops expertise in:
- Enterprise design thinking
- Project and change management
- Financial reporting and internal controls
- Forensic accounting and corporate governance
- Executive leadership and innovation
Outcomes: Graduates are equipped to lead organizational growth, guide corporate strategy and teach leadership in academic settings.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Ethics
Shape the future of intelligent systems—with integrity.
This pioneering concentration bridges the gap between advanced AI technologies and responsible business leadership. Designed for professionals in technology, policy or innovation roles, this track emphasizes both technical proficiency and ethical decision-making.
Topics include:
- Deep learning and advanced machine learning
- Natural language processing and data structures
- Computational optimization
- AI ethics and large language models
- Research seminars on emerging AI challenges
Outcomes: Prepare for leadership roles in AI governance, digital ethics, or technology policy, while also contributing to groundbreaking academic research in AI.
Business Analytics
Turn data into decisions. Lead with insight.
This data-driven concentration empowers professionals to harness business analytics and predictive modeling for strategic advantage. Perfect for aspiring Chief Data Officers, consultants or analysts, this track teaches students how to extract actionable insights from complex datasets.
Key focus areas:
- Power BI and data visualization
- Forecasting and statistical modeling
- IBM Watson and AI business applications
- Machine learning for business intelligence
- Practicum-based research and consulting projects
Outcomes: Lead data transformation initiatives, influence strategic planning and apply your expertise in both industry and academia.