Program Requirements
Curriculum and Course Sequence
Our award-winning EdD in Learning and Organizational Change program, offered online, is meticulously crafted to equip aspiring industry leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to drive transformative organizational change. Through a carefully designed curriculum, students delve into three key areas: Learning, Organizational Change, and Research Methods. The 54-credit program can be completed in as few as 3 years when students take the equivalent of two courses (six credit hours) per trimester, fostering a deep understanding of learning principles and their practical application. Faculty members have taken great care in constructing this sequence, ensuring that graduates emerge as adept leaders capable of navigating complex environments and effecting positive change within organizations.
On-Campus Immersions
Students in the Baylor University EdD in Learning and Organizational Change program travel to the beautiful Baylor campus twice during their time in the program to participate in transformative on-campus immersions. During the first immersion, students engage in a two-day workshop, receiving real-time feedback and tools to shape their Problem of Practice (PoP) dissertation. The second immersion equips students who are actively working on their dissertations with the tools for success. These immersions bridge theory and practice, fostering a community of scholar-practitioners who combine research acumen with practical leadership skills. Welcome to a program where scholarly pursuits intersect with real-world impact!
Problem of Practice Dissertation
At Baylor University, our EdD in Learning and Organizational Change equips motivated leaders with the skills to drive systemic change across various contexts—whether in schools, corporations, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations. As a prospective student, you’ll delve into educational practices from both micro and macro perspectives. The heart of our program lies in the Problem of Practice Dissertation, a unique opportunity for you to apply rigorous technical and methodological approaches—typical of R1 doctoral programs—to real-world challenges within your local organization or industry.
Why is the Problem of Practice Dissertation so valuable?
- Practical Impact: Through this dissertation, you’ll investigate pressing issues directly relevant to your professional setting. Imagine having the tools to address organizational challenges head-on, backed by evidence and data-driven insights.
- Leadership Preparation: As a future change agent, you’ll gain the expertise needed to lead cross-functional initiatives. Whether you aspire to be an education-focused entrepreneur, a curriculum developer, or a director of human resources, this program prepares you for impactful leadership roles.
- Dual Audiences: Your findings won’t stay confined to academic circles. You’ll communicate outcomes not only to fellow practitioners but also to the scholarly community. This dual audience approach ensures that your work contributes to both practical solutions and scholarly discourse.
- Unprecedented support: Along this journey, you will benefit from unprecedented dissertation research and writing support from both our world-class faculty and our nationally-recognized Research and Writing Development Center
The Problem of Practice Dissertation empowers you to make a tangible difference in your professional sphere, bridging theory and practice while fostering effective learning environments. Join us in shaping transformative leaders who thrive in curriculum design, organizational change, and evidence-based decision-making.
Recommended Course Sequence for 3-year EdD Completion
YEAR ONE —
Term One
- EDC 5392: Issues in Diversity*
- EDC 5391: Social Foundations of Education*
Term Two
- EDP 5333: Psychology of Learning, Cognition, and Affect
- EDC 5336: Qualitative Research Analysis
Term Three
- EDP 5334: Statistical Methods
- EDP 5327: Educational Evaluation
YEAR TWO —
Term Four
- EDC 6360: Instructional Design
- EDC 6359: Mixed Methods Research
Term Five
- EDC 6391: Problem of Practice, Phase 1*+
- EDC 6392: Problem of Practice, Phase 1*+
Term Six
- EDC 6361: Leadership and Organizational Change
- EDC 6390: Dissertation Seminar
YEAR THREE —
Term Seven
Two of the following three courses:
- EDC 6368: Future Trends in Leadership
- EDC 5350: Teaching for Understanding
- EDC 6362: Community Leadership and Collaboration
Term Eight
- EDC 6365: Philosophy and Ethics in Leadership
- EDC 6333: Problem of Practice, Phase 3
Term Nine
- EDC 6346: Mentoring and Supervision
- EDC 6393: Problem of Practice, Final Phase*
All classes are three (3) credit hours.
Course sequence is subject to change.
* Denotes term/course with an on-campus immersion requirement.
+ Denotes courses that should be taken concurrently.