Business Administration, Management and Operations

Doctoral degree · Walden University · Minneapolis, MN

CIP 52.02

$95,542Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$105,432Median earnings 4 years after
$108,665Median earnings 5 years after
$115,920Median federal debt
291Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Walden University earn a median of $95,542 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $113,566 four years after graduating (middle half: $70,833–$164,979). Median debt is $115,920, about 121% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Business Administration, Management and Operations (Doctoral degree) at other Minnesota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Capella University
Minneapolis
$106,680$86,947

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Walden University make?

The median salary is $95,542 one year after graduation and $108,665 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $115,920.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.