Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Leadership: Business
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Leadership: Business
Program Overview
The Ph.D. in Leadership: Business concentration enables you to advance as a scholar and leader in for-profit and nonprofit environments. Prepared to accept high-level positions, graduates of this program will be able to implement and create leadership models that assist organizations in improving and expanding their cultures of leadership. This degree opens the door to a career as a corporate strategist, leadership consultant, executive coach, talent leader, or executive leader.
Career Outcomes
- Corporate strategists
- Leadership consultants
- Executive coaches
- Talent leaders
- Executive leaders
Program Details
Program Type
Doctorate
I-20 Approved
No
I-17 Approved
No
Total Credit Hours
48
Program Director
Larry G. Daniel, Ph.D.
Class Format
Online
Program Duration
2-4 Years
Start Date
Fall: August | Spring: January | Summer: May
Admission Requirements
Previous Degree Required
Any master’s degree of 30 or more hours from a regionally accredited institution is required for acceptance into this program.
Transcript Required
Official graduate transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program.
Additional Admission Requirements
- Reference Forms: This program requires three professional references.
- Graduate Writing Sample: Submit one of your former graduate-level essays (term paper, thesis, major project, etc.) that displays your writing ability.
- Statement of Purpose/Research Intent to include reasons for pursuing the Ph.D. in Leadership, including research interests and/or career goals & experiences shaping current research interests or career goals.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is one (1) month before a term start date.
Suggested Class Sequence
Related Programs
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Analytics
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources
Why AU?
Anderson University is committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of learning. With a strong focus on leadership development, our programs are designed to help students achieve their goals and make a positive impact in their communities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview: Prepared to accept high-level positions, graduates of this program will be able to implement and create leadership models that assist organizations in improving and expanding their cultures of leadership. This degree opens the door to a career as a corporate strategist, leadership consultant, executive coach, talent leader, or executive leader.
Outline:
The program is divided into three sections:
- Leadership Core Requirements: 21 credit hours
- Business Concentration Requirements: 15 credit hours
- Research & Dissertation: 12 credit hours
The Leadership Core Requirements cover topics such as:
- Leading Organizational Change
- Strategic Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Ethics and Leadership
- Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership
The Business Concentration Requirements cover topics such as:
- Organizational Theory
- Human Resource Management
- Financial Management
- Marketing Management
- Operations Management
Assessment:
Assessment in the program is based on a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Papers
- Presentations
- Projects
- Dissertation
Teaching:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Case studies
- Group projects
- Independent research
Careers:
Some potential career paths include:
- Corporate Strategist
- Leadership Consultant
- Executive Coach
- Talent Leader
- Executive Leader
Other:
