Golden Gate University (GGU) offers a fully online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program tailored to individuals, largely from the working class, who want to earn the coveted "Dr." title. GGU's online DBA program is equivalent to a Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) program.

This 3-year doctoral-level program, recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) only from international universities such as Golden Gate University, provides on-campus immersion opportunities, but at somewhat higher costs than non-immersion programs. To increase job opportunities, GGU's online DBA program provides a variety of specializations, including Finance, Leadership, Business, Analytics, Marketing, and General.

The program offers live interactive sessions with peers and mentors via the Learning Management System (LMS), which promotes networking and academic engagement. GGU's online DBA program provides working individuals with a doctorate, allowing them to grow in areas such as business, consulting, and teaching.

The program provides worldwide education quality, allowing students to interact with industry experts, profit from a skills-based curriculum, obtain academic credentials, and pay reasonable prices. GGU's online DBA program is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), and supported by World Education Services (WES), assuring high educational standards.