Lynchburg College

What you'll study

The program requires 54 credit hours and includes 14 doctoral courses. Coursework covers leadership studies and interdisciplinary topics such as legal and ethical issues, economic trends, public policy, governmental affairs, human resources, sustainability, community health, organizational change strategies, and effective communication. Research training spans quantitative and qualitative methods and dissertation planning. Students may choose a concentration to shape coursework and a dissertation or capstone.

• Concentrations: Athletic Leadership (focus on sports law and ethics, sports sales/marketing, facility and event management, stakeholder relations, culture and communications in sports) and Education Leadership (designed for school and system leaders).
• Skills developed: strategic communication, ethical decision-making, data-informed decision-making, organizational management, sustainability practices, and applied research.
• Dissertation: A practice-oriented doctoral dissertation intended to be rigorous and relevant to the student’s organization or agency.

Entry requirements

The publicly provided programme text does not list specific admissions criteria. Prospective applicants should consult the university for official prerequisites, application materials, and any professional experience or prior degree expectations.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to take on advanced leadership roles or expand influence within their current organizations across sectors including schools, districts, higher education, nonprofits, government agencies, and sports organizations. Outcomes emphasised by the programme include leading organizational change, informing policy and practice, and applying research to solve real-world problems.

Scholarships & funding angle

No specific funding or scholarship details are provided in the source description. Applicants should explore University of Lynchburg financial aid, doctoral scholarships, employer tuition support, and external fellowships; inquire directly with the school about assistantships, grants, or cohort-based funding opportunities.