Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's Ph.D. in Management with a specialization in Accounting is an online program designed for administrative professionals who are interested in expanding their knowledge of business structures through research and analysis. Students have the opportunity to focus on such areas as financial and international accounting, fraud, forensic accounting, taxes, budget analysis and more. The program explores social change, organizational and social structures, human development, and the decision-making process. This program is offered in a self-directed format and focuses on advanced research courses and papers known as Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).

What Are the Prerequisites?

The program is designed for current accounting and auditing professionals. Students are expected to be competent in basic accounting, algebra, and calculus. You may have experience with management, corporate finance, or teaching. Most of Walden University's doctoral programs require a master's degree or higher and three years of related academic or professional experience.

What Are the Program Requirements?

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change, and you should contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program. The Walden University Ph.D. in Management program with a specialization in Accounting incorporates online study as well as four residencies (for a minimum of 16 units) and culminates in a dissertation. To earn the Ph.D. in Management with a specialization in Accounting from Walden University, you must complete 102 credits. The required courses are listed below.

Required Courses

• Foundations for Doctoral Study
• KAM I: Principles of Social Change
  • Breadth: Theories of Social Change
  • Depth: Current Research in Social Change
  • Application: Professional Practice and Social Change
• KAM II: Principles of Human Development
  • Breadth: Theories of Human Development
  • Depth: Current Research in Human Development
  • Application: Professional Practice and Human Development
• KAM III: Principles of Organizational and Social Systems
  • Breadth: Theories of Organizational and Social Systems
  • Depth: Current Research in Organizational and Social Systems
  • Application: Professional Practice and Organizational and Social Systems
• Foundation Research Sequence
  • Research Theory, Design, and Methods
  • Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
  • Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
• Advanced Research Course: Choose one.
  • Advanced Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
  • Advanced Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
  • Advanced Mixed-Methods Reasoning and Analysis

Specialized KAMs:

Choose KAM V or VI. KAM VII is required.

• KAM V: Financial Accounting Theory
  • Breadth: Theory of Financial Accounting
  • Depth: Current Research in Financial Accounting
  • Application: Professional Practice: Application of Financial Accounting
• KAM VI: Auditing and International Accounting Theory
  • Breadth: Theory of Auditing and International Accounting
  • Depth: Current Research in Auditing and International Accounting
  • Application: Professional Practice: Application of Auditing and International Accounting
• KAM VII: Research
  • Breadth: Research Methods
  • Depth: Selected Research Methods
  • Application: Research Design
• Dissertation

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

Graduates of Walden University's Ph.D. in Management program with a specialization in Accounting could work in auditing, accounting, corporate consulting, or strategic corporate initiatives. Management accounting specialists often work with corporate leaders to implement efficient financial initiatives or overhaul existing financial structures. Graduates may wish to pursue careers in research, teaching, or consulting.

Positions that graduates may seek include:

• Professor
• Financial consultant
• Strategic intervention development and implementation
• Corporate executive
• Economist