Organizational Change Leadership Ph.D. - Courses
Lead the Future of Change: Ph.D. in Organizational Change Leadership
The Ph.D. in Education and Human Development with a concentration in Organizational Change Leadership is designed for professionals ready to transform organizations and create meaningful societal impact. This 54-credit program builds on your master’s degree, equipping you with cutting-edge knowledge, advanced research expertise, and practical skills to lead and innovate in complex organizational environments.
With a focus on leadership, research, and practical application, this program integrates foundational coursework, rigorous research training, and dissertation development. You’ll emerge as a scholar-practitioner capable of advancing knowledge in the field while driving real-world organizational change.
Program Overview (54 Credits)
I. Organizational Change Leadership Coursework (21 Credits)
- Required Courses (12 Credits):
- OCL 6475 – Understanding the Field of Organizational Change Leadership Seminar
- OCL 6475 – Seminar in Organizational Change Leadership Research Methods
- OCL 6475 – Publishing Seminar in Organizational Change Leadership
- OCL 6400 – Foundations in Organizational Change Leadership
- OCL 6410 – Organizational Culture and Globalization
- OCL 6430 – Group Dynamics and Team Development in the Age of Globalization
- OCL 6440 – Large Scale Change and Organization Design
- OCL 6420 – Power, Politics, and Change in Organizations
- OCL 6450 – Talent Ecosystem: Strategies for Organizational and Workforce Resilience
- OCL 6460 – Organizational Diagnosis and Consulting
- OCL 6890 – Special Topics in Organizational Change Leadership
- EMR 5400 – Fundamentals of Evaluation, Measurement, and Research (or EDLD 6861 – Doctoral Studies Seminar I)
- EMR 6450 – Data Analytics I
- EMR 6650 – Data Analytics II
- EMR 6480 – Qualitative Methods
- OCL 6475 – Understanding the Field of Organizational Change Leadership Seminar
- Elective Courses (Choose 9 Credits):
II. Research Methods Coursework (21 Credits)
- Core Courses:
- Additional Research Training (9 Credits): Tailored research courses selected in consultation with your advisor to support your dissertation and career goals.
III. Dissertation Coursework (12 Credits)
- EDLD 7300 – Doctoral Dissertation
What Makes This Program Unique?
- Holistic Expertise: Dive into both leadership and research methodologies, gaining the tools to address real-world organizational challenges with evidence-based strategies.
- Customized Learning: Select electives and research methods courses that align with your career goals, ensuring relevance and impact in your work.
- Transformative Research: Conduct original, meaningful research that advances knowledge and improves organizational effectiveness.
- Comprehensive Leadership Training: Explore topics such as organizational culture, globalization, workforce resilience, and systems thinking to lead change in diverse contexts.
This program isn’t just about earning a degree—it’s about leading innovation, creating new knowledge, and driving the betterment of organizations and society. Take the next step in becoming a change leader and scholar who redefines what’s possible. Apply now and start shaping the future.