Doctorate in Community College Leadership

Program Requirements

Doctorate in Community College Leadership, EDD Program Checksheet

Includes:

• Major Courses
• Admission and Transfer Requirements
• Graduation Requirements

Why Choose the Doctorate in Community College Leadership? - Program Spotlight 

The Doctorate in Community College Leadership program at Ferris began in Summer 2010 and is designed for students who have a master's degree. Its development was in response to the need for leaders in community colleges due to an impending shortage of qualified candidates. A group of nationally recognized leaders initiated this program and guided the development to ensure that the program would meet the needs of 21st century community college leaders. The resulting program is unique in its delivery, with a focus on application grounded in theory. Problem solving based on real institutional issues will be the focus of the courses so that students learn in an environment that mirrors their professional world.

Ferris offers this program in a three-year cohort model with the dissertation integrated into course delivery. Community College Leadership dissertation approaches include project, research and evaluation options. Writing and research support is present from the first course. A hybrid delivery model will provide students an opportunity to meet face-to-face with community college leaders and faculty while providing flexibility with the online component of each course. A practicum experience will also give students an opportunity to work directly in a community college setting in a project that adds value to both the student's learning outcomes and the institution in which the student completes his/her practicum project.

Career Opportunities

An impending shortage of community college leadership candidates is well documented in the literature. Graduates with a doctorate from the Ferris Community College Leadership program will, therefore, have great career options. The wide range of leadership positions includes dean, director, provost, vice president, and president. Graduates will be especially qualified for these positions due to the applied nature and community college focus of the program.

More Information

Information on the doctoral degree program can be found at the Community College Leadership website:

http://www.ferris.edu/ccleadership

Contact:
Doctorate in Community College Leadership
410 Oak Street
Alumni Building, Room 115
Big Rapids, MI 49307

Phone: 800-562-9130 or 231-591-2710
Email: [email protected]