Administration, Leadership, and Technology

Educational Leadership

Educational Leadership, EdD, PhD

Doctoral study in Educational Leadership prepares students for senior educational leadership and policy positions. Students critically examine the conceptual, organizational, political, social, managerial, interpersonal, and technical dimensions of schools and other educational institutions. Research agendas of the faculty and students center on the nexus between theory and practice and explore critical issues facing educational leaders and policymakers today. Course work emphasizes critical analysis of contemporary problems of practice in collaborative study environments with professors, school administrators, and colleague doctoral students.

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree program in educational leadership is designed for individuals who intend to pursue leadership positions in the practicing profession.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program is designed for those who wish to pursue careers as professors or researchers.

The Ed.D. and Ph.D. programs require a minimum of 42 points beyond the Certificate of Advanced Study.

Curriculum

Administrative Core (15 points):

Research in the Ed.D. Program (15 points):

Research in the Ph.D. Program (21 points):