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Earn Your Online PhD/EdD in Leadership

with a specialization in Organizational Leadership

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Concordia University Chicago Online Leadership and Management Programs, Preparing the Leaders of Tomorrow

Business continually evolves. With continuing innovations in technology and process improvement, today’s organizational leader needs relevant expertise in business theory and strategy to succeed. For students looking to earn a graduate organizational leadership degree online, Concordia University Chicago offers two innovative and accredited degree options. 

The online EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership and PhD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership programs prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the modern business world. Whether you choose to pursue a PhD or EdD, both programs focus on producing ethical leaders who understand what it takes to operate a successful organization in the 21st century

Online PhD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership

  • Theoretical and abstract
  • Research-focused
  • “Big-picture” approach
  • 67 credit hours

Online EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership

  • Practical and applicable
  • Action-based
  • Focused approach
  • 61 credit hours
CUC provided my perfect learning environment, quiet, helpful, and Holy. Also, the professors I met with during my visit were all experts with years of experience in the educational field. I rightly assumed I would be blessed with expert professors in my master’s program. And, in my Doctorate program, Dr. McCoy was the perfect mentor supervisor for me. Concordia is the perfect educational institution for me. I found the rapport built with deans, my coach, professors, and peers to be the most rewarding aspect of my CUC experience. I thank God CUC was so good to me, I hope to have a continuing bond with CUC in any way that I can in the future. Thank you, CUC!

- Dr. Andre Finney
BS ’16, MBA ’18, DBA ’22

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PhD/EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the online PhD/EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership will have expertise in:

  • Contemporary leadership theory with a focus on strategy
  • Strategic planning and forecasting
  • Innovative change initiatives
  • Organizational diagnostic strategies
  • Purposeful reform interventions

Graduates who earn their organizational leadership degree online can expect to create an immediate impact on the future of their organization. They will have the skills and knowledge needed to assess and implement change and development initiatives as well as reform efforts.

Take the Next Step in Your Career in Organizational Leadership with an Online Doctorate in Leadership and Management from Concordia University Chicago

Concordia University Chicago offers a variety of specialized degrees in many industries, including healthcare, business, education and human services. The online PhD, Leadership:  Organizational Leadership and EdD, Leadership: Organizational leadership programs are designed for professionals who aspire to take on influential leadership roles in their organization or who plan to work in academia and educate the future business leaders of tomorrow.

Among the topics covered in the doctorate of organizational leadership online degree program are:

  • Leadership Theories and Professional Practice
  • Developing the Organization’s Human Capital
  • Leading the Knowledge Enterprise
  • Promoting and Leading Change
  • Strategic Forecasting and Planning
  • Applied Ethics and Organizational Leadership
  • Follower-Leader Relationship
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Change, Innovation, and Transformative Leadership

Program Details

The online PhD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization requires 67 credit hours of coursework, including a comprehensive exam and dissertation. The EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization has two fewer research courses and a total of 61 credit hours. All online courses are eight weeks in duration. Upon completion of all coursework, a comprehensive examination is taken. Upon passing of the exam, the student begins their independent dissertations research process.

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Career Outlook

An EdD Organizational Leadership or PhD in Organizational Leadership prepares graduates for a wide variety of jobs. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) anticipates employment of top executives will grow 6% by 2031.

Salaries for business managers and executives vary widely depending on the position and location. However, BLS data reveals that the median annual pay for top executives was $98,980 as of May 2021, and the top 10% earned upwards of $208,000 per year.

Earning your EdD or PhD in Organizational Leadership online from Concordia University Chicago prepares you for administrative, consulting and educational roles that require expertise in organizational leadership. If you aspire to become a leader in your field, this online doctorate program can be the first step on your journey to achieving that dream.

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PhD/EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization: Online Degree Program (61 – 67 credits)

PhD/EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization Courses

Tuition & Financial Aid

If there is no interruption in your course of study at Concordia University Chicago, you are guaranteed there will be no increase in tuition rates. Contact us to confirm the current tuition and fees for the online DBA program. Students who enroll in the program as a degree candidate are eligible to apply for federal financial aid.

Active-duty military service members, veterans and eligible dependents can take advantage of financial programs available to assist in paying for a college education. For more information, please visit our website.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission into the online EdD or PhD Organizational Leadership program at Concordia University Chicago, students must have earned a master’s degree with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Prospective students must complete the free online application and submit all required admission materials:

  • Objective Statement – Write a brief statement outlining your education and career goals and explain how earning a doctorate degree online from Concordia University Chicago will help you fulfill those objectives.
  • Official Transcripts – Provide one official, sealed transcript from each institution that has granted you a degree.
  • Graduate Exam Scores – Submit an official copy of your current Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) scores. (Test results must be dated within the prior three years). There is no minimum score required to be accepted.
  • Letters of Recommendation – Send two letters of recommendation from individuals who are able to comment on your academic proficiency, professional competencies, personal character and potential for doctoral study.
  • Professional Resume – Provide a copy of your resume or curriculum vitae, including relevant work experience, degrees, certifications, and skills.
  • Writing Sample – Submit a paper that demonstrates your ability to write in a scholarly manner at a level typical of graduate work. A paper from your master’s program would be most appropriate. This sample should approach, but not exceed, five pages in length.

International applicants may be required to submit additional supporting materials, such as proof of English language proficiency, a copy of their passport and a foreign transcript evaluation from an approved credentialing service. For full requirements, visit the Admission & Tuition page. 

There is no application fee to apply for the online PhD or EdD program at Concordia University Chicago.

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