Dissertation is embedded in the coursework. For example, PLP 820, Current Issues in Leadership, taken early in the program, leads to the choice of a dissertation topic and the writing of Chapter One–Identification of the Problem. Subsequent courses lead to Chapter Two, the Literature Review; Chapter Three, Methodology; Chapter four, Analysis of Findings; Chapter five, Summary and Recommendations. The final semester Capstone Course provides an opportunity to review, edit, and defend the completed dissertation.
Doctorate in Professional Leadership
EdD
The Doctorate in Professional Leadership (EdD) at Converse is a 60-hour doctoral program designed for individuals across a variety of fields who seek a terminal degree. This degree will focus on the application of leadership in a variety of contexts, and is appropriate for individuals in a broad range of professional roles.
Affordable: Converse makes your investment in your career potential easier and more affordable than ever. For a comprehensive look at costs for Converse’s Professional Leadership programs, visit our graduate program tuition and financial planning page.
Accessible: Converse offers coursework, mentoring, and academic support in Greenville, Spartanburg, and online. With our low faculty-to-student ratio, your journey will be supported every step of the way.
Accomplish in 3 years or less:
• Designed for working professionals
• 60-hour doctoral program
• Cohort learning group and faculty mentors for support
• Embedded dissertation means your degree can be completed in three years.
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Program Details
Classes may be taken on the Converse campus or at our alternate location at the University Center of Greenville (UCG).
The Doctorate in Professional Leadership (EdD) at Converse is designed for working professionals who are available to dedicate one night a week throughout the academic year and several days each summer session to create and maintain a cohort support group and contact with a faculty mentor. The dissertation will be built into the coursework.
Versatile and competitively priced, built around a cohort model for collegial support, the Converse Doctorate in Professional Leadership will enhance credentials in a variety of fields and venues.
Candidates who finish their coursework and successfully complete comprehensive examinations will finish their degree in the third spring semester. The six-hour capstone course will be focused on editing and defense of the already developed dissertation.
Converse also offers the EdD in Professional Leadership with a concentration in Special Education. Coursework prepares individuals to design, oversee, and administer special education programs and familiarizes them with the recent laws and legislative decisions concerning students who have special needs.
More reasons to earn your Doctorate in Professional Leadership at Converse:
Veteran Faculty: Our top-tier faculty support your journey with extensive experience in a wide variety of high-level leadership roles.
Convenience: Converse’s Doctoral in Professional Leadership can be completed on our campus or at our alternate campus in Greenville at the University Center of Greenville. Students will be advised by cohort initially. A program orientation will be held after admissions are finalized. Each cohort will have a lead faculty member for year one and then cohort members will choose an advisor as they decide their dissertation topics and set up their committees.
Degree Prestige and Value: Our Professional Leadership programs were developed in collaboration with regional and national industry leaders to provide valuable professional development and advancement opportunities for those seeking to advance their careers.