Anderson University

What you'll study

Coursework and research emphasize scholarship and applied competencies related to organizational leadership. Topic areas identified for the concentration include:

• Organizational structures
• Leadership strategies
• Analyzing organizational culture
• Team and workplace culture development
• Leading organizational change

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a master’s degree of 30 or more graduate credit hours from a regionally accredited institution and submit official graduate transcripts. Additional application materials required are three professional references, a graduate-level writing sample (for example a term paper, thesis, or major project), and a statement of purpose/research intent outlining reasons for pursuing the PhD, research interests, and relevant career goals and experiences. The application deadline is one month before the desired term start.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for senior roles in both business and nonprofit environments. Typical career directions noted by the program include corporate strategist, leadership consultant, executive coach, talent leader, and executive leader. The program supports development of research and professional skills for high-level organizational roles.

Scholarships & funding angle

Anderson University provides information on tuition, fees, and financial aid through its graduate services; prospective students should review the university’s tuition & fees and financial aid resources and contact admissions for program-specific funding guidance. The program page notes that job placement and internship opportunities are not guaranteed and that employment and salary outcomes vary by location, industry, and individual qualifications.