Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership Program(Ed.D.)

The University of La Verne’s Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership program is renowned for developing scholarly practitioners who understand and apply theory to practice in a variety of venues, including education, business, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. The doctoral program is recognized for its exceptional completion rate and the success of its graduates who have distinguished themselves in their professional fields. The EdD program consists of 54 units or 18 courses that focus on leadership core topics and research. University of La Verne’s faculty are committed to helping students succeed and provide hands-on organizational experience. Courses are offered through a hybrid format to provide maximum convenience and flexibility,  and Learning Groups meet at several locations throughout Southern California and virtually. The EdD curriculum includes a different aspect of leadership focus for every year of study. Year one builds the base through topics on personal/interpersonal development and leadership theory. Year two builds on the personal to include working with others in teams and groups. Year three expands further to look at organizations and systems and change management. In the third year of study, students also begin to focus on their dissertation.