Business Computer Information Systems Ph.D.

Program Overview

The Ph.D. in Business Computer Information Systems program at UNT prepares students for academia with a focus on research, teaching methodology, and in-depth study in BCIS. The program's faculty are esteemed researchers and teachers who mentor students through teaching and research experiences. Graduates are prepared for careers in academic institutions, where they can contribute to the field of BCIS through research and teaching. The program is housed in the esteemed G. Brint Ryan College of Business, offering interdisciplinary research opportunities and a wealth of career and networking connections in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Business Computer Information Systems (BCIS) at the University of North Texas (UNT) is designed for individuals seeking a career in academia. The program emphasizes research methods and processes, statistical analyses, teaching methodology, and in-depth study in BCIS. It is a full-time, in-resident, research-based program where students participate in teaching and research within the department.

Objectives:

• To prepare students for a career in academia.
• To develop students' research skills in BCIS.
• To provide students with a strong foundation in teaching methodology.
• To foster students' ability to analyze complex problems and synthesize solutions.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by faculty members who are outstanding teachers and renowned researchers.
• Faculty members are recognized as thought leaders in the field of information technology and their scholarly works have been published in respected journals.
• Students participate in teaching and research in the department.

Careers:

• The Ph.D. in BCIS prepares students for a career in academia.

Other:

• The program is housed in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, one of the largest colleges of business in the nation.
• The college has established several research centers and institutes in collaboration with local industry leaders, providing interdisciplinary forums and research support for doctoral students.
• UNT's location offers a wealth of career, networking, and internship opportunities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, home to the nation's fourth largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies.