Admissions Requirements

Education: IAU requires evidence of previous education that meets the standard degree program requirements. See educational requirements for the specific degree program.

Information Technology: IAU requires students to possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the appropriate level.

Evidence of English Proficiency: IAU requires students to achieve a minimum score of 400 on the Digital TOEFL ITP or comparable score on other standardized English exams.

Maximum Total Credit Awarded: See program description for specific degree program for Maximum Total Credit Awarded.

Education: IAU requires either evidence of an earned high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) test, or the successful completion of 12 semester units earned at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution or foreign equivalent. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

Professional Experience: IAU recommends any experiences, including but not limited to, internships, externships, volunteer, or part or full-time professional experience in any organization, including, but not limited to, private, public, for-profit, non-profit, start-ups, or established corporate organizations.

Information Technology: IAU requires students to possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the undergraduate level.

Maximum Total Credit Awarded is 0 units:

• Transfer Credit (TRC): 0 units
• Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 0 units
• Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): 0 units

Education: IAU requires either evidence of an earned high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) test, or the successful completion of 12 semester units earned at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution or foreign equivalent. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

Professional Experience: IAU recommends any experiences, including but not limited to, internships, externships, volunteer, or part or full-time professional experience in any organization, including, but not limited to, private, public, for-profit, non-profit, start-ups, or established corporate organizations.

Information Technology: IAU requires students to possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the undergraduate level.

Maximum Total Credit Awarded is 45 units:

• Transfer Credit (TRC): 45 units
• Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 45 units
• Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): Of the first 60 semester credits awarded a student in an undergraduate program, no more than 15 semester credits.

Education: IAU requires either evidence of an earned high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) test, or the successful completion of 12 semester units earned at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution or foreign equivalent. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

Professional Experience: IAU recommends 1 year of full-time professional experience, in any organization, including, but not limited to, private, public, for-profit, non-profit, start-ups, or established corporate organizations.

Information Technology: IAU requires students to possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the undergraduate level.

Maximum Total Credit Awarded is 90 units:

• Transfer Credit (TRC): 90 units
• Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 90 units
• Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): Of the first 60 semester credits awarded a student in an undergraduate program, no more than 15 semester credits. Of the second 60 semester credits (i.e., credits 61–120) awarded a student in an undergraduate program, no more than 15 semester credits.

Education: IAU requires evidence of an earned bachelor degree in a related major or discipline. Other disciplines may be acceptable and shall be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and they may require prerequisite courses. All degrees must be earned at an appropriately accredited institution or foreign equivalent. IAU understands the differing rigor of institutions and grading scales around the world, and IAU evaluates prior academic credentials within their own context. Exceptions shall be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Professional Experience: IAU recommends 3 years of full-time professional experience, including, but not limited to, private, public, for-profit, non-profit, start-ups, or established corporate organizations.

Information Technology: IAU requires students to possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the graduate level.

Maximum Total Credit Awarded is 6 units:

• Transfer Credit (TRC): 6 credits
• Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 0 credits
• Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): 9 semester credits

Education: IAU requires evidence of an earned bachelor and master degree. At least one degree must be in a related major or discipline. Other disciplines may be acceptable and shall be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and they may require prerequisite courses. All degrees must be earned at an appropriately accredited institution or foreign equivalent. IAU understands the differing rigor of schools and grading scales around the world, and IAU evaluates prior academic credentials within their own context. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

Professional Experience: IAU recommends a minimum of 5 years of full-time professional experience.

Information Technology: Possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the graduate level.

Curriculum Vitae (CV). A CV demonstrating experience and qualifications including a thorough review of an applicant’s educational background, employment history and highlighting main accomplishments at each position.

Letter of Interest. The Letter of Interest will contain three parts: Personal Statement, Professional Statement, and Research Statement. Each part will be described below.

1. Personal Statement. Please express in no more than one page how the applicant’s experience, education, and training qualifies them for admission into the DBA program.
2. Professional Statement. Please describe in no more than two pages the applicant’s interest in the DBA program and their plan to complete it.
   • Why pursue a DBA degree?
   • What significant qualities or experiences will be brought to the DBA program?
   • What are the applicant’s career aspirations after graduation with a doctorate degree?
   • What obstacles/challenges does the applicant anticipate having to overcome to complete the degree within a reasonable time frame (i.e., 4 years), and what is their plan to address these obstacles/challenges?
   • What concrete steps will be taken to manage the applicant’s time and balance coursework with a minimum of 18 hours of study each week
3. Research Statement. Please describe in no more than three pages the applicant’s research interests and topics to be pursued.

Letter of Recommendation. Two letters of recommendation should be requested from professionals in academia or industry who can comment on the applicant’s:

• Personal and professional accomplishments and how they achieved them.
• Academic pursuits.
• Demonstrated leadership and potential for doing advanced academic work.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Potential as an instructor.

Maximum Total Credit Awarded:

• Transfer Credit (TRC): 30 credits
• Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 0 credits
• Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): 9 semester credits

Education: IAU requires evidence of an earned bachelor and master degree. At least one degree must be in a related major or discipline. Other disciplines may be acceptable and shall be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and they may require prerequisite courses. All degrees must be earned at an appropriately accredited institution or foreign equivalent. IAU understands the differing rigor of schools and grading scales around the world, and IAU evaluates prior academic credentials within their own context. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

Professional Experience: IAU requires a minimum of 5 years of full-time professional experience in a senior, executive, or C-suite position.The ideal candidate should have a history of fostering development, creating and carrying out business strategies, and producing outstanding outcomes in a fast-paced and demanding setting.

Information Technology: Possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the graduate level.

Curriculum Vitae (CV). A CV demonstrating experience and qualifications including a thorough review of an applicant’s educational background, employment history and highlighting main accomplishments at each position.

Letter of Interest. The Letter of Interest will contain three parts: Personal Statement, Professional Statement, and Research Statement. Each part will be described below.

1. Personal Statement. Please express in no more than one page how the applicant’s experience, education, and training qualifies them for admission into the DM program.
2. Professional Statement. Please describe in no more than two pages the applicant’s interest in the DM program and their plan to complete it.
   • Why pursue a DM degree?
   • What significant qualities or experiences will be brought to the DM program?
   • What are the applicant’s career aspirations after graduation with a doctorate degree?
   • What obstacles/challenges does the applicant anticipate having to overcome to complete the degree within a reasonable time frame (i.e., 3 years), and what is their plan to address these obstacles/challenges?
   • What concrete steps will be taken to manage the applicant’s time and balance coursework with a minimum of 18 hours of study each week?
3. Research Statement. Please describe in no more than three pages the research interests and topics to be pursued.

Letter of Recommendation. Two letters of recommendation should be requested from professionals in academia or industry who can comment on the applicant’s:

• Personal and professional accomplishments and how they achieved them.
• Academic pursuits.
• Demonstrated leadership and potential for doing advanced academic work.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Potential as an instructor.

Interview. Applicants will undergo a brief video-conference or in-person interview with the Program Chair. The purpose is to better acquaint with the applicant to see if there is a good fit for the program.

Maximum Credit Awarded:

• Transfer Credit (TRC): 18 semester credits
• Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 0 semester credits
• Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): 9 semester credits