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Capella University
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

EDD Doctor of Education Educational Leadership and Management specialization

Overview

Enhance your educational leadership and managerial expertise with an online doctoral focused on addressing real-world challenges and opportunities in the field of education. The curriculum was designed around the standards of a number of respected P–12 organizations and is aligned with the Competencies for Community College Leaders developed by the American Association of Community Colleges. The course work covers such topics as finance, human resources, operations, change management, decision-making, curriculum and instruction improvement processes, cultural competency and advocacy. You also will have the opportunity to develop an applied research project that contributes to the solution of a recognized problem in the field.

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Degree outcomes

With your EdD in Educational Leadership and Management from Capella, you'll learn to lead and manage change in educational organizations through evidence-informed decision-making, exceptional communication, inquiry, and research to develop a culture of learning, diversity, inclusion, and equity. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.

View full learning and career outcomes report for this program at CapellaResults.com.

Source

People with Doctoral degrees in Education from Capella earn an average of $21,000more per year than people who only hold a Master's degree.

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Career outcomes

Common jobs with an online EdD in Educational Leadership and Management include president, provost, vice president, director, and faculty member in the fields of P-12, adult or higher education. Potential workplaces include: P–12 public or private school, community or technical college, land-based or online university, state education department, nonprofit organization, government agency or research and policy organization.