Doctorate Degree Programs - Online Degrees

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Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Pastoral Care and Counseling

Philosophy

Liberty University

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Description

The PhD specialization in Pastoral Care and Counseling is distinctive in its integration of the Christian worldview with the science and practice of contemporary behavioral sciences. The specialization aims to achieve a threefold integration of (a) spiritual and theological understandings; (b) clinical theory and practice; and (c) empirical research methodology. Programmatic emphasis on the use of empirical research in addressing psycho-theological issues offers an innovative approach to a more complete understanding of the experience and behavior of persons in a complex society. Such an integrated approach is of special interest to individuals who wish to enhance their Christian perspective with contemporary scientific methodology and clinical techniques of the helping professions.

Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Professional Counseling

Philosophy

Liberty University

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Description

The PhD specialization in Professional Counseling is distinctive in its integration of graduate-level studies in biblical exegesis, and theological studies with the science and practice of contemporary behavioral sciences, clinical theory and practice, and empirical research methodology. These emphases are of special interest to professional practitioners who aim to address the total spectrum of issues for which persons seek professional therapy with the added training required to service clients seeking assistance in the area of spirituality.

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership

Education

Touro University International

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Description

The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership (Ph.D. EL) prepares professionals from various levels of education for K-12, higher education and beyond as leaders, educators, researchers, and scholars. The focus of the PhD program is educational leadership. The student selects from the following concentrations: K-12 Leadership, Higher Education Leadership, or the E-Learning Leadership option, within the Ph.D. program. All students will develop scholarly and research abilities directed toward the creation of new knowledge, original application and/or transmission of existing knowledge, as demonstrated by a PhD dissertation.

1. The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership degree consists of 48 semester course credits. Following the completion of the course work, students will register for the DEL 700 series (8 credits) every session until the dissertation is completed. The time needed to complete the dissertation depends upon the individual student.
2. The curriculum has three components:
Core Courses: Students from various areas of the educational profession come together to pursue knowledge and research skills that underpin all doctoral study.
3. Concentration Courses: Either K-12 Leadership, Higher Education Leadership, or E-Learning Leadership.

Dissertation: Students demonstrate a synthesis of their doctoral study, knowledge and scholarship toward the resolution of an actual problem or need within their selected discipline.
The coursework in the doctoral program may be completed in one year and two sessions if the student takes a full load of eight credits (two courses) each session. All courses are valued at four semester credits. The last course that is taken is the DEL 699-Dissertation Seminar.

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology - General Psychology

Psychology

Northcentral University

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Description

The General Psychology programs train Learners to work in a variety of settings. These programs prepare Learners for research and field experience. All psychology graduate Learners must first obtain a firm grounding in several basic areas of psychology and research methodology. Within the General Psychology program, the Learner is expected to become competent in theory, research, and applications of psychology. The program was established to allow the Learner maximum flexibility in the direction of their studies. ATTENTION CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: The following four NCU courses satisfy, in part, California educational training requirements for licensure: 1) PSY5007-Human Sexuality; ·2) PSY5011-Clinical Survey of Substance Abuse and Dependence; 3) PSY 5010-Child and Adolescent Psychology/Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting; and 4) PSY5028-Psychology of Violence.

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology - Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine

Psychology

Northcentral University

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Description

Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine is a newly developed and important area of research, teaching, and clinical practice. It is the study of the total matrix of factors influencing the psychological and physical health of people and takes a biopsychosocial approach in accounting for illness and behavioral health. This specialization develops the essential knowledge and skills for this important area.

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Psychology

Northcentral University

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Description

The Industrial/Organizational Psychology program trains Learners to work in a variety of settings. This program prepares Learners for research and field experience. Within the industrial and organizational program, the Learner is expected to become competent in theory, research, and applications of psychology as they relate to human behavior in organizations. The program emphasizes the contributions of both industrial and organizational psychology to the understanding of people in their world of work. Training is received in conducting basic and applied research, and in the applications of theory and research to organizational and human resource management problems in organizations.

Doctor of Philosophy, Counselor Education - Ph.D. (Online)

Education

Regent University

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Description

The PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision represents the terminal professional degree in the pursuit of higher education and leadership in the discipline of counseling. The professional identity of an individual who has earned the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision is that of a counseling professional. The doctorate is designed to provide a unique combination of academic instruction and clinical fieldwork for students of exceptional ability who are strongly motivated to attain a high level of competency in the field of counseling. The program has dual emphases: training educators to teach counseling at the university level, and developing the advanced clinical skills that enhance the practice of the professional counselor. An essential component of the program is its focus on integrating counseling knowledge, skills, and strategies with biblical foundations and faith practices.

Graduates will be able to serve as leaders in a variety of professional roles that include faculty, clinical practitioners, counselor supervisors, administrators in mental health agencies and schools, researchers and consultants. A 51-hour master’s degree in counseling or significantly related field such as psychology or social work is a prerequisite. The 60-hour full-time PhD-CES program is both theoretical and experiential, and has the distinction of being offered in an e-learning (online) format, allowing students to take coursework from almost anywhere in the world. Students will enjoy a sense of community during the program through brief residencies at the Virginia Beach campus, as well as instructional design that has been developed to maximize teambuilding and cooperative identity. The program has a prescribed progression of coursework, and an internship and a dissertation are required. Students will typically be able to complete the program in about 3 1/2 to 4 years.

Accreditation of doctoral programs in Counselor Education and Supervision is conferred by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The PhD-CES has been developed to meet or exceed all CACREP standards for accreditation and CACREP accreditation will be sought within the earliest timeframe allowable under CACREP guidelines.

Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL)

Business

Regent University

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Description

The DSL is a terminal degree designed to provide immediate solutions for today’s organizational challenges through its applied multidisciplinary approach, enabling professionals to effectively renew and transform organizations across the globe. The DSL emphasizes the practical uses of organizational leadership, organizational communication, structure, and development in relation to people, team building, and cultural understanding. While this program is grounded in theoretical concepts, the courses emphasize practical application of those theories in real world situations. The DSL program prepares students to lead organizations with a solid understanding of the vital components involved in guiding and transforming any organization.

The DSL incorporates the necessary coursework for students to gain a solid foundation of understanding how people work together in organizations to accomplish objectives that they could not accomplish alone. All of the coursework in the doctoral program emphasizes the underlying scriptural principles that lead to creating and sustaining transforming organizations.

Students may choose to receive the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study mid-way through the DSL program, once they have successfully completed 30 semester hours of coursework. In some cases, attaining this post-graduate certificate assists students with job promotion and/or salary increase. Once students reach this level, they are encouraged to continue their studies to complete the doctor of strategic leadership, which involves an additional 30 semester hours of coursework including an integrative paper and a DSL project.

General Program

General Studies

Capella University

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Description

This specialization is offered to those learners who wish a great deal of flexibility in designing and personalizing their education. Included in this specialization is required coursework focused on the foundations of graduate study in psychology along with a wide choice of elective courses. With the guidance of faculty mentors and academic advisors, learners select the most relevant elective courses from many areas such as addicitons, health, family, sport and educational psychology. This specialization also allows for learners to focus their dissertation research on very specific areas of interest.

Human Resource Management

Business

Capella University

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Description

The curriculum in the HRM specialization provides learners with the leading theories and practices for human resource management in a complex and global business environment. Learners will receive training as scholar practitioners conducting and applying research across a wide spectrum of HR topics. Completing the PhD in this specialization will prepare learners to lead, consult, or teach in the field of HR management from an informed, strategic viewpoint, creating practical solutions to real-world problems.

Information Technology Management

Information Technology

Capella University

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Description

The IT Management specialization investigates the contemporary theories and practices that today's organizations are using to gain a strategic advantage through the deployment of information technology. Learners develop the process skills and subject matter knowledge needed to excel as scholar-practitioners and leaders in this growing field. This specialization equips learners with the tools needed to address complex problems in the planning, development, and management of information technology in the fast moving environment of modern organizations. Completing the PhD in this specialization will prepare learners to lead, consult, or teach in the field of IT management from an informed, strategic viewpoint, creating practical solutions to real-world problems.

Leadership

Business

Capella University

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Description

This specialization prepares the leaders of today's complex organizations by exploring and applying cutting-edge leadership theory and its application to the challenges facing the scholar-practitioner. Completing the PhD in this specialization will prepare learners to lead, consult, or teach in the field of leadership from an informed, strategic viewpoint, creating practical solutions to realworld problems.

Off-Campus Program in Pharmacy

Science General

University of Florida

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Description

The College of Pharmacy offers a professional curriculum for a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.). The Doctor of Pharmacy degree is a four-year professional program offered in Gainesville, Jacksonville, Orlando and St. Petersburg.

The Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum offered by faculty on the Gainesville campus will be reproduced in an asynchronous format for students in the off-campus sites. Faculty at the off-campus sites will facilitate discussion groups, administer examinations, answer questions, and provide instruction as needed to supplement the distance education program. A support staff in student affairs will be available at each campus site.

Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences - Engineering Management

Business

Walden University

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Description

Global competition, a rapidly evolving and knowledge-based economy, and a more diverse workforce place unprecedented demands on today's managers, policy makers and administrators. Forward thinking and effective leaders expecting to succeed in this environment understand the need for continuous learning.

At Walden, you'll find a learning environment specifically designed for working professionals who want the flexibility of an online program combined with quality education that you can directly apply to real-world challenges. Walden's Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences Program prepares you to anticipate the impact of global interdependencies, technology and diversity on you and on the organizations you lead. Based on your applied research, you will gain a deeper understanding of the primary trends impacting the 21st century enterprise in terms of such important management disciplines as:

- Leadership and organizational change
- Knowledge and learning management
- Decision-making
- Finance

The program's curriculum complements current business practices and technological advances-positioning Walden graduates as strategic leaders for the new millennium.

Walden offers maximum flexibility for students to choose a specialization within their program of study that matches their specific needs and interests. Degree requirements and program components of each specialization are results-oriented and designed to offer busy professionals an understanding of leading edge, 21st century management practices.

Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences - Finance

Finance

Walden University

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Description