Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership

Program Description
Keiser University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership degree prepares reflective scholars and capable professionals who apply theory, method, and research to dynamically improve schools under their leadership and, ultimately, the communities they serve.  The program fosters lifelong learning and values leadership, ethical and informed decision-making, diversity, assessment, program evaluation, effective communication, and technology.

Program Objectives
Keiser University’s PhD in Educational Leadership program enables students to contribute to the education profession through independent learning, scholarship, and research.  Upon completion of this program, students are able to:

Apply leadership theory and ethical, reflective decision-making to manage and administer schools and school systems

Evaluate and apply best practices in instruction using effective teaching practices, emerging technologies, and assessment techniques to achieve optimal educational outcomes

Create a shared vision of a learning culture by understanding and responding to the political, social, economic, legal and cultural environment

Respond to diverse communities of interest to create a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment

	Continue to renew and develop expertise in the field of leadership demonstrated by effective written, spoken, and digital communication
	Advance the body of knowledge through relevant, reflective, action-oriented research and scholarship

Prerequisites for Major Courses

• Master degree from an accredited institution.

Program Outline
To receive a Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership degree, students must earn 60 graduate semester credit hours.  Fifty-four of the program hours must be completed through Keiser University.  Program requirements are as follows:

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership Major Courses (60.0 credit hours)
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership Course Descriptions