Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership
Eastern University

Program Details

Eastern University offers the online PhD in Organizational Leadership. This degree exists to equip leaders in business, educational, and nonprofit sectors through interdisciplinary studies and original research to effectively engage in the transformation of their organizations, communities, and society as practitioners and scholars. With this mission in mind, this program prepares its students to embrace the four different aspects of the transformational leader, including:

  • The Centered Leader
  • The Servant Leader
  • The Learning Leader
  • The Visionary Leader

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Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Eastern University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.2 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s), Essay/Writing Sample

Additional Info

  • Requires attendance of a 3-4 day on-campus residency each term
  • Must have five or more years of professional leadership experience