Olivet Nazarene University

What you'll study

The curriculum emphasizes ethical decision making, strategic leadership and cultural transformation through applied, real‑world case studies and hands‑on assignments tied to learners' workplaces. Students develop an "ethical leadership lens" enabling them to influence organizational integrity, accountability and lasting change. The program combines coursework with a concurrent, practice‑focused dissertation that addresses real workplace challenges under structured faculty mentorship.

Entry requirements

The programme page does not list specific entry criteria. Prospective applicants are encouraged to consult Olivet's admissions resources or contact the program directly for detailed requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to lead ethically across sectors. The programme description explicitly cites applicability for leaders in business (corporate executives), education (superintendents, deans), healthcare (hospital administrators), law enforcement and justice leadership (police chiefs), and faith contexts (religious leaders). Emphasis is on roles requiring ethical influence, policy and organizational decision making.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme page references a Tuition Options PDF for funding information and presents the per‑credit tuition figure. Prospective students can request the Ed.D. booklet and contact Dr. Kelly Brown at 815-939-5318 or kbrown6@olivet.edu for program and financial‑aid guidance.