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):
- Educational Reform and Leadership E95.3301
- Organizational Theory II E95.2054
- Professional Seminar in Administration I E65.3097
- Information Strategies for Educational Policy and Practice E65.3015
- Educational Policy Analysis E65.3005.
Research in the Ed.D. Program (15 points):
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar E65.3013
- Research in Educational Leadership E65.3001
- 9 points of research electives.
Research in the Ph.D. Program (21 points):
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar E65.3013,
- Research in Educational Leadership E65.3001,
- 15 points of research electives in qualitative and quantitative studies.