Ed.D. in Higher Education and Organizational Change

University or College Benedictine University

Qualification Masters Degree

Awarding body Benedictine University

Duration Variable

Study mode Online

Course description This program is intended for practicing professionals who wish to accelerate their career path or who seek to join the higher education community from other professions. It opens the door to administrative advancement and teaching opportunities at the collegiate level, whether university, community college, for-profit or non-for-profit. This program will provide student with both the perspective and the tools to anticipate and lead change in higher education.

Subjects covered HEO 700 Higher Education in the United States, HEO 710 Quantitative and Qualitative Methods in Educational Research, HEO 720 Patterns of Public Funding in Higher Education, HEO 730 Student Development and Services, HEO 740 Cultural Assessment and Cultural Change, HEO 750 Advancement Strategies in Higher Education, HEO 760 Human Resource Management, HEO 770 Dissertation Research Seminar I, HEO 800 Modes of Pedagogy, HEO 810 Financial Management in Higher Education, HEO 820 Business Process Design, HEO 830 Career Management in Higher Education, HEO 840 Principles and Practices of Budgeting, HEO 850 Conflict Resolution and Mediation, HEO 860 Enrollment Management, HEO 870 Dissertation Research Seminar II, HEO 891 Dissertation I, HEO 892 Dissertation II, HEO 893 Dissertation III, HEO 894 Results

Entry requirementsStudents must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and show high probability of success in the program and the profession. For applicants whose native language is not English, a TOEFL test score of 600 on paper-based test or a score of 250 on the computer-based test for international applicants is required. (Minimum score may vary as ETS revised the exam). Applicants who do not meet the stated admission requirements for full admission may be considered for probationary admission.

Application details Students submit a Nonrefundable application fee $40 payable by personal check or money order along with the International Graduate application. To apply for admission the first step is to call or write to the International Programs Office at Benedictine University and request an application package or fill out an application online. In order to process students application, they have to provide us with all required admission documents: Benedictine University international student application; Personal statement; Copy of Passport (personal information page only); Transcripts and ECE evaluations; Standardized test scores; References; Language proficiency; Evidence of financial support - Confidential Financial Statement of Support; Health form and Immunization. If students have any questions on the Admissions process, please contact the International Admissions Counselors at the Enrollment Center: Rania Henry Contact: (630)829-6392 E-mail: rhenry@ben.edu.

Contact details

Carol Swett

Director

Department info

This is a distance/online course and does not require any attendance.