Doctoral Programs
California Baptist University offers a variety of doctoral programs to prepare you as an expert and leader in your field. Programs are offered in various modalities to accommodate the needs of working professionals. Click on the images below to explore program options.

Business Administration, DBA (Online)
The online Doctor of Business Administration program will develop innovative leaders who seek to maximize impact in public, private and non-profit organizations.

Clinical Psychology, PsyD
The doctoral students in the PsyD program will develop the requisite skills, attitudes, knowledge and behavior to serve a diverse public as clinical psychologists.

Higher Education Leadership, EdD (Online)
CBU's EdD in Higher Education Leadership prepares students to lead and innovate within the higher education sector through a curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview.

Leadership Studies, PhD
Reach the highest level of leadership education with a PhD in Leadership Studies from CBU, an excellent choice for those seeking senior leadership positions to make a difference.

Medical Science, DMSc (Online)
The online Doctor of Medical Science program at CBU will enhance the clinical, professional and research skills of working PAs. Students will complete a doctoral project based on their professional interests.

Nursing Practice, DNP
Nurses prepared at the doctoral level will be able to lead the development of solutions to the complex health problems facing underserved and vulnerable populations locally and globally.

Organizational Change and Administration, EdD (Online)
The Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Administration degree program prepares students to work in a wide variety of administrative and executive roles.

Public Administration, DPA (Online)
Take an active role in creating innovative, sustainable solutions to societal problems and improved governance with the online Doctor of Public Administration.

Public Health
CBU's online Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree program provides extensive training for students to develop leadership skills necessary to respond to rapidly shifting challenges facing public health and healthcare systems.

Social Work, DSW
The CBU DSW will equip students with advanced training and practice skills in social work, which are essential for leadership in community and faith-based organizations, social policy advocacy and practice mastery.