Become a Transformational Leader
Become a creative, innovative leader with this Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from UMass Global. Through online coursework, three yearly online immersions, and a cohort framework, this doctorate in leadership gives you the practical skills needed to navigate complex organizational challenges, manage change, and lead high-performing teams. You’ll build skills in transformational leadership, collaborative relationships, political intelligence, strategic thinking, diversity, creativity, and sustained innovation. The UMass Global Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership uses a cohort-based learning model, giving you extensive interaction with both faculty and your cohort peers.
- Transfer Up to 12 Credits: We accept up to 12 credits for coursework. If you hold a master’s degree from UMass Global or Brandman University, 9 credits will automatically be satisfied.
- Instantly Promotable: Over half of our UMass Global Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership students receive a promotion or a new position while in the program. (Source: Summer 2023 Ed.D. Program Exit Survey)
- Earn Your Ed.D. in Just Two Years: We’ve embedded your research and dissertation into your coursework, so you can complete your doctoral dissertation in two years.
- Increased Earning Potential: With an Ed.D., you can often command a higher salary than your counterparts who only have bachelor's or master's degrees.
- Move the Needle in Your Profession: You will gain the skills and knowledge to conduct advanced research in your field, develop innovative strategic approaches, and measure the impact of your organization.
- Real-World Curricula: Our Ed.D. coursework is designed by experienced executive-level leaders to be relevant in today’s ever-changing business world. The assignments are designed to be completed within the context of your organization to increase the relevancy and applicability of the learning.
AAQEP - Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
The University of Massachusetts Global is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) (opens in a new window)1, a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. This program has been awarded initial accreditation status with AAQEP through June 30, 2030. Accreditation acknowledges that a program prepares effective educators who continue to grow as professionals and has demonstrated the commitment and capacity to maintain quality.
