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Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership 

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  • Estd. 2005

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership
 at 
UAGC 
Overview

Design research applicable to individuals, teams, and organizations using evidence-based methods and principles of ethical psychological research

Duration

48 months

Total fee

55.85 Lakh

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

Doctorate Degree

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership
 at 
UAGC 
Highlights

  • Earn a degree from the University of Arizona Global Campus
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Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership
 at 
UAGC 
Course details

Who should do this course?
  • A working professional in the field of organizational development or leadership who wants to advance their career
What are the course deliverables?
  • Design research projects that employ evidence-based methods and practices, and are framed within legal and ethical boundaries
  • Assess the influence of cultural dynamics, organizational strategies, innovation, and change processes in teams and organizations
  • Create evidence-based solutions and strategies associated with human and organizational performance, organizational structure and functioning, behavior and learning, and growth and innovation
  • Evaluate models, concepts, skills, and initiatives that are fundamental to the ethical operation of diverse and multicultural organizations and the ethical practice of organizational leaders
  • Synthesize leadership knowledge, skills, and competencies applicable in complex, multicultural team and organizational settings
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More about this course
  • In your PhD program in Organizational Development and Leadership, you will create your own solutions to organizational challenges and evaluate them based on human performance technology
  • You will also evaluate diversity in organizations as a competitive advantage, and learn to apply leadership skills and competencies in managing people and organizations
  • You will develop the ability to anticipate the impact of strategic initiatives and organizational change as you apply theories and models of human and organizational behavior

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership
 at 
UAGC 
Curriculum

Year 1

Advanced Seminar: Leadership & Management

Advanced Topics in Performance Management

Scholarly Argument I

Advanced Seminar: Leading Organizational Change

Advanced Seminar: The Leader as Coach

Research Design & Methods - Quantitative

Advanced Seminar: Human Resources Business Strategy

Current & Global Issues in Industrial & Organizational Psychology

Year 2

Research Design & Methods - Qualitative

Professional & Business Ethics in Organizational Leadership

Theoretical Foundations for Diversity Work

Advanced Tests & Measurements

Leadership & Organizational Cultures

Assessment Tools for Organizational Leadership

Advanced Topics in Organizational Development & Leadership

Scholarly Argument II

Year 3

Advanced Study in Qualitative Research or RES 7415 Advanced Statistics

Research Conceptualization and Design

Dissertation Planning I

Dissertation Planning II

Dissertation I

Year 4

Dissertation II

Dissertation III

Dissertation IV

Dissertation V

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Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership
 at 
UAGC 
Faculty details

Peggy Sundstrom
Dr. Peggy Sundstrom has been a faculty member with University of the Rockies, then Ashford, and now UAGC since 2009, teaching courses in Organizational Development and Leadership and guiding students in the dissertation process. She has served in a variety of roles within the university, including participating in new program design and implementation, curriculum development, and academic governance. Additionally, Dr. Sundstrom is a management consultant to organizations experiencing transition and change. She specializes in strategy and planning, change management, and employee growth and development. Dr. Sundstrom integrates this real-world experience into her teaching by encouraging students to challenge themselves in applying principles, theories, and best practices of organizational leadership. As Lead Faculty for the PhD program in Organizational Development and Leadership, she uses her extensive experience in organizational leadership to guide and grow the program.
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Sheila Schmitz
Dr. Sheila Schmitz has been a faculty member with Ashford University, now the University of Arizona Global Campus since 2007. She is a core faculty member for the doctoral program in organizational development and leadership within the Forbes School of Business and Technology® and teaches courses in leadership and management. She also facilitates In-Residence. Dr. Schmitz formerly served as a lead faculty member in the bachelor's and master's of human services programs.

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Development and Leadership
 at 
UAGC 
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