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

The PhD in Facilities Management degree provides a path for Facilities Management personnel to explore new ground in an industry experiencing a technological revolution—a revolution that extends to almost every aspect of the profession. As the industry becomes more technical and demanding this degree will develop thinkers to solve larger complex issues at the highest level. Graduates will contribute significantly to the Facilities Management field through the creation of new knowledge, ideas, and technology. The PhD in Facilities Management program is designed as a doctorate by research where students will quickly become able to engage in leadership, research, and publishing. You will focus on research designed to match your strengths and needs while learning the erudite aspects needed to move the subject to the highest level.

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 Facilities Management is offered 100% online. Once you are accepted, all you need is an internet connection and you can attend class.

Key Faculty

Dr. Bradford L. Sims

President

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Dr. Craig Capano

Dissertation Chair | Adjunct Professor

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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/exegesis.

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 Facilities Management Total Credits: 60

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

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

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

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are subject to change.

The following rates are in effect for the 2024-2025 academic year, beginning in Fall 2024 and continuing through Summer 2025:

The application fee is $100
The per-credit charge for doctorate courses is $950. 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.
Information technology fee $40 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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