July 2023 University Catalog

DBA in Organizational Leadership and Development

School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration

The DBA Organizational Leadership and Development specialization analyzes the scholarly and practitioner literature and emerging trends in the leadership and human resources fields. Learners design projects which address the challenges and opportunities for improving organizational effectiveness. The specialization helps learners create their own leadership style using self-management techniques; cultivate skills to inspire, motivate, and mobilize their workplaces; and acquire the skills and knowledge to lead change and transform their organizations. Current and relevant topics surrounding leaders and human resources will be central to the work done in the specialization, including leadership theory and practices, high performance leadership, and positive change models.

Core courses

DB8400Your DBA Journey

6

DB8405Effective Organizational Leadership

6

DB8410Addressing Problems in Human Resources and Compliance

6

DB8415Strategic Decision Making

6

DB8420Teaching Business in Higher Education

6

RSCH7860Survey of Research Methods

4

RSCH7864Quantitative Design and Analysis

4

RSCH7868Qualitative Design and Analysis

4

Specialization courses

DB8610Leadership Theory and Practice

4

DB8620High Performance Leadership

4

DB8630Catalysts for Change

4

DB8640Seminar: Leadership Topic Development

6

DB8650Seminar: Leadership Literature Review

6

Upon completion of all required core and specialization coursework

DB9801Proposal Writing

6

DB9802Data Analysis Practice and IRB Approval

6

DB9803Project Results

6

DB9804Final Reviews and Presentation

6

Total

At least 90 quarter credits

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.