Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Program Description
The Kean University Ed.D. in Educational Leadership program is dedicated to developing the next generation of educational leaders. With a focus on K-12 administration in public and charter schools, the doctoral program prepares future administrators with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively lead school districts and educational organizations.
The curriculum, based on an innovative, interdisciplinary, professional oriented model, integrates coursework and practical experience, culminating in a full-year internship in a school district or community education agency.
The Kean Ed.D. in Educational Leadership is designed to create an advanced and diverse learning environment which supports personal and professional growth.
Doctoral Courses
Foundations 18
| EDD 6001 | POLITICAL POLICY ANALYSIS | 3 |
| EDD 6002 | LEGAL AND POLICY ISSUES IN EDUCATION | 3 |
| EDD 6005 | ORGANIZATIONAL THRY & CHANGE | 3 |
| EDD 6101 | PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION & NEGOTIATIONS | 3 |
| EDD 6102 | EDUCATIONAL FINANCE & RESOURCE ALLOCATION | 3 |
| EDD 6103 | PROGRAM ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION | 3 |
Leadership 12
| EDD 6004 | EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP&DECISION MAKING MAKING | 3 |
| EDD 6104 | INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| EDD 6105 | LEADERSHIP & DIVERSITY ISSUES | 3 |
| EDD 6003 | Schl & Community Partnerships | 3 |
Research Methods 9-12
Administrative Practice 6-9
| EDD 6201 | CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION I | 3 |
| EDD 6202 | CLINICAL PRACTICE IN SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION II | 3 |
| EDD6203 | CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN SCHOOL DISRTICT ADMINISTRATION III | 3 |
*Students must take either EDD 6331 or EDD 6203 to attain 54 credits for program completion
Dissertation 6-8
EDD 7103: Upon Completion of the 54 credits, students are required to register for EDD 7103 (Matriculation Continued) every semester until they successfully defend their dissertation
Total Credit Hours: 54