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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.)

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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.)

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program is tailored for experienced educational professionals who aim to elevate their expertise and standing by engaging with innovative theories, methodologies, research, and applications.

The program’s primary goal is to cultivate graduates who will advance their profession and expand understanding of contemporary strategic issues and practices. Through the Ed.D. curriculum and its related components, participants will develop:

  • A comprehensive and profound understanding of scientific and scholarly research methods and their application within educational settings, equipping leaders, consultants, educational affiliates, and university professors with the skills to drive progress and innovation in their fields.

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program is designed to foster:

  • Advanced critical thinking and refined conceptual and analytical skills.
  • Mastery of foundational theories and the latest practices in educational management.
  • Expertise in conducting original applied research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge within the educational field.
  • An understanding of cultural, ethical, and global issues and their impact on evolving theories and practices.
  • Sophisticated decision-making abilities through the integration of theoretical insights, extensive practical knowledge, and innovative concept development.

Upon completing all coursework, each candidate will submit three original research papers as part of their qualifying examination and propose a formal dissertation topic for approval by a Director and three other doctoral faculty members. The dissertation should focus on a relevant and personally significant topic, aiming to make a substantial impact on strategic professional issues.

Faculty members in the American University of Florida’s Ed.D. program hold doctoral degrees from esteemed universities, have a proven track record in graduate teaching, a distinguished scholarly profile, and significant practical experience. They bring both theoretical and real-world expertise to the program, committed to dynamic and progressive education.

The program encourages participants to embrace the responsibility of advancing the profession and upholding the highest ethical standards in both private and public educational sectors.

Program Objectives
Career Opportunities
Thesis
  • Apply critical thinking and reasoning skills to identify problems and to develop problem-solving abilities within the business context.
  • Develop potential, enabling them to face the future with confidence and determination.
  • Prepare for leadership and service within a broad spectrum of business and business-related arenas.
  • Acquire the tools specific to business processes and procedures and the capacity to understand the principal theory, significance and practical applications related thereto.
  • Develop a solid understanding of the functional components of business – economics, marketing, accounting, finance, law, management, thus enabling the graduate to assume managerial trainee and like positions, in which they will have the occasion to grow and develop further.
  • Apply theoretical knowledge to the solution of real-life (field related) problems both individually and through teamwork within the context of a variety of active learning environments.
  • Develop strong communication skills with due emphasis on the tools of effective writing.

Graduates in Administration

Graduates in Administration will be well-equipped to take on management trainee roles in the corporate sector, industry, government, or other professional fields. Alternatively, they will be ready to take on greater responsibilities within their current positions. Additionally, those who choose to continue their education will be academically prepared to pursue graduate studies in business or a variety of related disciplines.

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Comprises some of the brightest minds in academics as well as industry. These leaders have devoted their time and expertise to the university to design a curriculum that supports the busy life styles of today's working adults.

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Focused programs provide the opportunity for you to explore specific topics in-depth on a daily basis. We provide you the flexibility to design your own academic schedule while maintaining academic integrity.

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