Industry Research

Senior leaders in electric utilities, defense, and other highly regulated, asset-intensive sectors operate in environments shaped by digital modernization pressures and stringent operational demands. Although industry research, consulting engagements, and internal analytics inform many decisions, these efforts are often oriented toward immediate outcomes. A Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) practicum provides a complementary path—applying rigorous, practice-focused research to real organizational challenges to generate credible, evidence-based insights that support durable, executive-level decision-making across organizations.

Ultimately, a DBA practicum elevates industry benchmarking by delivering insights that are methodologically sound, operationally relevant, and strategically actionable. It strengthens an organization’s ability to make confident, evidence‑based decisions while contributing to a broader body of knowledge that benefits peers and policymakers alike. For executives, participation is less about academic study and more about enabling disciplined inquiry that clarifies what works, why it works, and how it can be replicated or scaled. Supporting DBA research ensures that organizations remain not only competitive but influential in shaping industry standards and best practices.