Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Higher Education Leadership

Overview

Doctoral Learning for College and University Professionals

Facilitate teamwork at the university and college level, and build a framework that celebrates student learning and achievement. The College of Doctoral Studies' Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Higher Education Leadership is designed to enhance your leadership and decision-making capabilities in relation to teaching, administration and fiscal management.

In the EdD in higher education program, you explore governance in present-day postsecondary institutions and strategize for the future using established research and data. Small online and evening courses encourage open dialogue amongst faculty and peers of diverse backgrounds and professions, increasing your comfort in discussing complex topics from a leadership standpoint. You begin the dissertation process at the beginning of your program of study; in your first course, you are introduced to the doctoral dispositions.

Through succeeding residencies and milestones, you progressively build your research, analysis and writing skills so that you have the tools necessary to successfully navigate the dissertation process.

Degree Outcomes

Develop Skills in Higher Education Leadership

In the EdD in organizational leadership with an emphasis in higher education program, you examine the major bodies of literature in leadership, reflecting critically on existing theory and identifying appropriate applications of theory in education, business and other organizational cultures. Emphasis is placed on leadership theories that help you effectively manage a diverse team and build a community of scholars in higher education.

What You Will Learn

Become a Leader in Higher Education

Throughout this Doctor of Education in organizational leadership program, you review the following topics:

• Developing a shared mission, vision and goals among internal and external stakeholders for long-range strategic planning
• Higher education master planning, including professional and facilities development
• Leadership behaviors and execution of strategy within an organization
• Methods of research design and analysis to aid with strategic planning and development

Career Outcomes

Advance Your Higher Education Career

This Doctor of Education in higher education degree program prepares you to lead and transform higher education institutions through strategy, financial management and planning. Graduates of the program may be qualified to act as administrators, directors or faculty leaders in colleges and universities.