Earn a doctorate degree in Space Operations and meet the increasing need for civilian and military leaders involved in the advancement, expansion, and support of the aerospace workforce on an international and national level.
Interest in space operations is at an all-time high as technological advancements have made it possible to better explore the aerospace environment. Protecting and surveilling the policies, communications, equipment, and operations of our space systems are key to the development and effectiveness of our nation’s global defenses and the safety of our extraterrestrial missions. Government and private sector growth in this field is creating a need for more hired personnel, as many companies are reporting significant workforce shortages of trained technical and management employees with a doctoral degree and experience in leading space operations initiatives. With Capitol Tech’s unique resources, partnerships, and proximity to the nation’s space technology hub of Washington, D.C., just minutes from NASA and other leading space organizations, prospective students will find themselves positioned for success with internship and job opportunities available to them. The PhD in Space Operations is for those who desire to advance in their careers by gaining leadership skills in the industries related directly and indirectly to space operations.
All required courses are offered exclusively online in an 8-week asynchronous format.
Student Outcomes
Upon graduation, graduates will be able to
- Incorporate the theoretical basis and practical applications of Space Operations into their professional work.
- Demonstrate the highest mastery of the needs of Space Operations.
- Evaluate complex problems, synthesize divergent/alternative/contradictory perspectives and ideas fully, and develop advanced solutions to Space Operations challenges.
- Contribute to the body of knowledge in the study of Space Operations in commercial applications and military if appropriate.
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