Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Occupational Risk Management | Washington D.C. & Maryland Area

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The PhD in Occupational Risk Management degree is for current professionals in the safety and occupational construction field. The degree provides a path for Occupational Risk Management personnel to explore new ground in the rapidly evolving world of the commercial and governmental safety and industrial construction, also hygiene. Students pursue a deep proficiency in this area using an interdisciplinary methodology, cutting-edge research, and dynamic faculty. Graduates will contribute significantly to the Occupational Risk Management field through the creation of new knowledge, ideas, and technology. The Ph.D. in Occupational Risk Management program is designed as a doctorate by research where students will quickly become able to engage in leadership, research, and publishing.

Why Capitol?

Expert guidance in doctoral research

Capitol’s doctoral programs are supervised by faculty with extensive experience in chairing doctoral dissertations and mentoring students as they launch their academic careers. You’ll receive the guidance you need to successfully complete your doctoral research project and build credentials in the field.

Proven academic excellence

Study at a university that specializes in industry-focused education in technology fields, with a faculty that includes many industrial and academic experts.

Program is 100% Online

Our Ph.D. in Occupational Risk Management is offered 100% online. Once you are accepted, all you need is an internet connection and you can attend class.

Key Faculty

Dr. Reginald Freeman

Dissertation Chair | Adjunct Professor

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Dr. Will Gorham

Dissertation Chair

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Degree Details

This program may be completed with a minimum of 60 credit hours, but may require additional credit hours, depending on the time required to complete the dissertation/publication research. Students who are not prepared to defend after completion of the 60 credits will be required to enroll in RSC-899, a one-credit, eight-week continuation course. Students are required to be continuously enrolled/registered in the RSC-899 course until they successfully complete their dissertation defense.

The student will produce, present, and defend a doctoral dissertation after receiving the required approvals from the student’s Committee and the PhD Review Boards.

Prior Achieved Credits May Be Accepted

Curriculum

PhD in Occupational Risk Management- 60 credits

ORM 800 - Occupational Risk Management Research Background (Prerequisite: None)	6
ORM 810 - Occupational Risk Management Research Methodologies	6
ORM 820 - Occupational Risk Management Future Demands	6
ORM 830 - Occupational Risk Management	6
ORM 840 - Occupational Risk Management Research Proposal	6
ORM 900 - Occupational Risk Management Doctoral Writing I	6
ORM 910 - Occupational Risk Management Doctoral Writing II	6
ORM 920 - Occupational Risk Management Doctoral Writing III	6
ORM 930 - Occupational Risk Management Doctoral Writing IV	6
ORM 940 - Occupational Risk Management Doctoral Defense	6

Program Objectives:
1. Students will evaluate the need for Occupational Risk Management applications and solutions.
2. Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge and competencies needed for the future in Occupational Risk Management.
3. Students will analyze and synthesize theories, tools, and frameworks used in Occupational Risk Management.
4. Students will execute a plan to complete a significant piece of scholarly work in Occupational Risk Management.
5. Students will develop the skills to implement Occupational Risk Management plans and strategies.
Learning Outcomes:

Upon graduation:
1. Graduates will incorporate the theoretical basis and practical applications of Occupational Risk Management into their professional work.
2. Graduates will demonstrate the highest mastery of the needs of Occupational Risk Management.
3. Graduates will evaluate complex problems, synthesize divergent/alternative/contradictory perspectives and ideas fully, and develop advanced solutions to Occupational Risk Management challenges.
4. Graduates will contribute to the body of knowledge in the study of Occupational Risk Management.
5. Graduates will be leaders in solving Occupational Risk Management problems.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are subject to change.

The following rates are in effect for the 2025-2026 academic year, beginning in Fall 2025 and continuing through Summer 2026:

The application fee is $100
The per-credit charge for doctorate courses is $975. This is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.
Retired military receive a $50 per credit hour tuition discount
Active duty military receive a $100 per credit hour tuition discount for doctorate level coursework.
Technology fee $45 per credit hour.
High School and Community College full-time faculty and full-time staff receive a 20% discount on tuition for doctoral programs.

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