Academic Programs
Doctor of Business Administration – Justice Administration
Overview
Bluefield University’s Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Justice Administration is designed for experienced professionals ready to lead at the highest levels of the criminal justice, legal, and public service sectors. This advanced doctoral program blends business strategy, organizational leadership, and justice-focused policy to equip you with the tools to influence systems, drive reform, and create meaningful impact in your community and beyond.
Whether you serve in law enforcement, corrections, government, or nonprofit leadership, this program prepares you to navigate complex justice systems with ethical clarity, data-driven insight, and executive-level decision-making.
DBA – Justice Administration Degree Opportunities
The intersection of business and justice is where real change happens. Bluefield University’s DBA – Justice Administration empowers you to:
- Lead with Purpose: Develop advanced leadership skills grounded in ethics, accountability, and service.
- Drive Organizational Change: Learn how to improve efficiency, transparency, and outcomes within justice systems.
- Apply Research to Real-World Challenges: Use evidence-based strategies to address issues like policy reform, community relations, and system inequities.
- Advance Your Career: Position yourself for executive roles in public safety, legal administration, and policy leadership.
Quick Program Details
Tuition: $595 Per Credit Hour
Next Start Online: October 2026
Time to Complete: 3 years*
*Time to complete can be reduced with prior learning and transfer credits
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Career Outlook
Graduates of the DBA – Justice Administration are prepared to lead and innovate across a wide range of roles, including:
- Executive leadership in law enforcement agencies
- Corrections administration and reform leadership
- Government and public policy advisory roles
- Nonprofit and advocacy organization leadership
- Criminal justice education and training
- Consulting in justice system operations and strategy
With a doctoral degree, you’ll be equipped not just to participate in the system — but to shape its future.
Courses & Competencies
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Total Credits: 51
For a full breakdown of each course, reference the academic catalog located in Academic Resources.
Core Requirements
- Employee Motivation and Organizational Performance
- Economic Models for Business Decision Making
- Managing Human Talent
- Advanced Strategic Marketing for Business Leaders
- Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
- Managerial Ethics and Social Responsibility
- Current Topics in Business Administration and Leadership
- Strategic Financial Resource Management
- Advanced Research Methods
- Case Study Research and Literature Review Development
Concentration
- Law Enforcement Administration
- Corrections Administration
- Crisis Command, Control, & Aftermath
- Justice Issues Seminar
Dissertation
- DBA Dissertation 1
- DBA Dissertation 2
- DBA Dissertation 3