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A Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, is a degree awarded to students who have conducted original research and published their findings in a dissertation. It is usually the highest academic achievement available to students and is often earned after bachelor’s and master’s degrees. What is a PhD in Education Leadership? Education leadership deals with the social, organizational, hierarchical… Read more

A Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, is a degree awarded to students who have conducted original research and published their findings in a dissertation. It is usually the highest academic achievement available to students and is often earned after bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

What is a PhD in Education Leadership? Education leadership deals with the social, organizational, hierarchical, and political leadership structures in schools. A doctoral program in the field gives students the opportunity to examine the problems in education leadership and conduct research to arrive at possible conclusions. Students could gain rich experience with the public policy behind these leadership positions, the ethics involved in holding such positions, and methods for increasing diversity in educational leadership.

Once a student has earned a PhD in this field, they have often gained leadership skills that carry over into other areas, including future careers and other ventures. They can also develop responsibility for large projects, which is a marketable skill. The ability to think critically about research is also an important skill that doctoral programs can cultivate.

Different scholarships and price points are available at different universities. Contact the school directly for details.

One of the most common career paths that doctors of education leadership pursue is school administration, including positions as principles, deans, or superintendents. In addition to leadership positions, they may choose to become directors of special education programs, coordinators of professional development, or other heads of departments. They may also choose to stay in post-secondary education and become professors of education. There are other positions at universities that may be available with this degree, including research development specialist, education program faculty chair, or director of teaching and learning.

Educational leadership PhD programs may be available at a school near you or as a convenient online option. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

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Ed. D Rural Education, Organizational Change
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University of West Alabama Online
Livingston, USA

Earn your advanced degree to best serve students in rural school systems through the University of West Alabama's Doctor of Education in Rural Education. The first fully onlin ... +

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Earn your advanced degree to best serve students in rural school systems through the University of West Alabama's Doctor of Education in Rural Education. The first fully online degree of its kind, you'll be prepared to identify real solutions to rural education challenges as you work toward your dissertation. -
PhD
Full-time
Part-time
3 - 4 years
English
Online
 

Doctorate in Educational Administration
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Atlantic International University
Honolulu, USA

The Doctor of Educational Administration is designed to prepare experienced practitioners for senior administrative and policy-making positions, and pursue careers in policy, ... +

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The Doctor of Educational Administration is designed to prepare experienced practitioners for senior administrative and policy-making positions, and pursue careers in policy, university or college teaching, and research. -
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Part-time
English
Online
 

Ph.D. in Education
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Nazarbayev University
Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan

The Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education Ph.D. program combines intensive coursework, a module at one of the partner universities (the University of Cambridge or ... +

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The Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education Ph.D. program combines intensive coursework, a module at one of the partner universities (the University of Cambridge or University of Pennsylvania), and an in-depth exploration of advanced research methodology to develop scholars and independent researchers in the field of Education. It is a full-time four-year program. Central to the NUGSE Ph.D. experience is the completion of a substantial piece of independent research, in the form of a Ph.D. dissertation. Graduates of the NUGSE Ph.D. program will be expected to act as key players in education reform and policy development in Kazakhstan. -
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Full-time
4 years
English
Campus
 

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Leadership and Policy Studies in Education
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UAEU United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

The proposed Ph.D. program in Leadership and Policy Studies in Education prepares students to address key research issues facing educational leadership in the UAE. Students in ... +

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The proposed Ph.D. program in Leadership and Policy Studies in Education prepares students to address key research issues facing educational leadership in the UAE. Students in the program will acquire expertise in applying and evaluating appropriate research methodologies to recent developments in the field of education relevant to leadership and policy issues. -
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Full-time
Part-time
4 years
English
Aug 2021
Campus
 

Doctorate in Educational Innovation
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Universidad de Sonora
Hermosillo, Mexico

General Objective: To train researchers who are capable of producing original knowledge about educational realities and apply them in a creative way with the purpose of contri ... +

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General Objective: To train researchers who are capable of producing original knowledge about educational realities and apply them in a creative way with the purpose of contributing, with ethical sense, to the solution of problems and the attention of educational needs, through the formulation of fundamentals that sustain innovations and educational reforms at the regional and national levels. -
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Full-time
3 years
Spanish
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Educational Administration
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Selinus University of Science and Literature
London, United Kingdom +1 More

This programme is primarily for teachers and school administrators and is designed to help candidates develop and implement three original solutions for decision-making, leade ... +

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This programme is primarily for teachers and school administrators and is designed to help candidates develop and implement three original solutions for decision-making, leadership, human resource management, teacher assessment, organization and public relations. -
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Full-time
Part-time
English, Italian
Online
 

Doctor of Education – Leadership in School Reform (Online Ed.D.)
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Union University
Jackson, USA

Our fully online Leadership in School Reform Ed.D. track is designed to prepare school leaders with new and relevant courses in educational leadership. Be equipped to create a ... +

Our fully online Leadership in School Reform Ed.D. track is designed to prepare school leaders with new and relevant courses in educational leadership. Be equipped to create and actualize a vision for leadership in 21st-century schools. Be able to employ the best of research and practice in policy, child development, learning, teaching, and leadership within the context of school reform. -
PhD
Full-time
3 years
English
Sep 2021
Online
 

Ph.D. or Ed.D. In Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Services
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Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, USA

The Doctorate in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service provides advanced study in leadership that prepares graduates to make significant contributions to thei ... +

The Doctorate in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service provides advanced study in leadership that prepares graduates to make significant contributions to their organizations and communities. -
PhD Doctor of Education
Part-time
6 semesters
English
Campus
 

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Educational Leadership, Policy & Law
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Alabama State University The Harold Lloyd Murphy Graduate School
Montgomery, USA

The Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership, Policy, and Law will prepare professional educators to be part of a vanguard through the twenty-first century. These educators ... +

The Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership, Policy, and Law will prepare professional educators to be part of a vanguard through the twenty-first century. These educators will be provided with: the necessary knowledge of their subject; an understanding of our diverse culture; technological skills; critical thinking skills required to make informed decisions and implement change; and the ability to provide a just and ethical, accurate, and meaningful education for their students. -
PhD
Full-time
3 - 8 years
English
Campus
 

Doctorate of Educational Administration
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Mind Development Academy
Cape Town, South Africa

The Doctor of Educational Administration is designed to prepare experienced practitioners for senior administrative and policy-making positions, and pursue careers in policy, ... +

The Doctor of Educational Administration is designed to prepare experienced practitioners for senior administrative and policy-making positions, and pursue careers in policy, university or college teaching, and research. The students are able to specialize in the areas of administration and policy analysis in higher education, student development and student affairs, international and comparative higher education, historical and philosophical foundations of higher education, finance and economics of higher education, and organizational culture and change. -
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Full-time
Part-time
English
Online
 

Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership
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Midwest University
Wentzville, USA

The Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership program is designed to help students to be equipped with a higher level of teaching and research capabilities in leadership.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership program is designed to help students to be equipped with a higher level of teaching and research capabilities in leadership. -
PhD
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Counselor Education
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Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, USA

The doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision (CES) prepares students for service as leaders in clinical practice, supervision, administration, education, and res ... +

The doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision (CES) prepares students for service as leaders in clinical practice, supervision, administration, education, and research within the counseling profession. Regional and national data indicate a need for leadership in these areas to support the growing number of mental health professionals providing services. -
PhD
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Education Administration
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University of South Carolina College of Education
Midtown - Downtown, USA

There are two areas of concentration in the Education Administration Ph.D. program: PK-12 education administration and higher education administration.

There are two areas of concentration in the Education Administration Ph.D. program: PK-12 education administration and higher education administration. -
PhD
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Ph.D. in Education major in Educational Management
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La Salle University
Ozamiz City, Philippines

The Ph.D. in Education major in Educational Management is designed for teachers, educational leaders, and managers. It aims to provide the necessary knowledge, competencies, r ... +

The Ph.D. in Education major in Educational Management is designed for teachers, educational leaders, and managers. It aims to provide the necessary knowledge, competencies, research skills, attitudes, and values relevant to teachers, school administrators, and /or education supervisors' academic development. -
PhD
English
Nov 2021
Campus
 

Doctorate in Education
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Atlantic International University
Honolulu, USA

The Doctorate of Education (D.Ed) program objective is to help students develop the individual skills necessary for solving educational problems, whether in teaching, supervis ... +

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The Doctorate of Education (D.Ed) program objective is to help students develop the individual skills necessary for solving educational problems, whether in teaching, supervision, or administration, while keeping such solutions in balance with institutional, community, or school system needs and expectations. The Doctorate of Education (D.Ed) program is offered online via distance learning. -
PhD
Full-time
Part-time
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Sep 2021
Online
 

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