The online PhD in Organizational Leadership program requires 67 credit hours of coursework, including a comprehensive exam and dissertation. The EdD program has two fewer research courses and a total of 61 credit hours. All online courses are eight weeks in duration.
- Objective Statement – Write a brief statement outlining your education and career goals and explain how earning an organizational leadership degree online from Concordia University Chicago will help you fulfil those objectives.
- Official Transcripts – Provide one official, sealed transcript from each institution that has granted you a degree.
- Graduate Exam Scores – Submit an official copy of your current Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) scores. (Test results must be dated within the prior three years). There is no minimum score required to be accepted.
- Letters of Recommendation – Send two letters of recommendation from individuals who are able to comment on your academic proficiency, professional competencies, personal character and potential for doctoral study.
- Professional Resume – Provide a copy of your resume or curriculum vitae, including relevant work experience, degrees, certifications, and skills.
- Writing Sample – Submit a paper that demonstrates your ability to write in a scholarly manner at a level typical of graduate work. A paper from your master’s program would be most appropriate. This sample should approach, but not exceed, five pages in length.