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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Organization and Management – Leadership

Pass on your leadership expertise with a ph.d. in organization and management – leadership.

A successful leader is one who can take new technologies and trends in business and guide their company through change to come out on top. If you are a business professional who wants to teach the next generation how to effectively lead their companies, Liberty’s Ph.D. in Organization and Management – Leadership online degree can help.

This program can help you learn to evaluate current theoretical research and contribute your findings through your dissertation. Y ou can contribute to the body of knowledge and develop effective methods for research in the field of organization and management. 

The leadership specialization focuses on how to be the catalyst for organizational change and how to use various leadership theories to create high-functioning teams that can excel in the modern workforce. Your organizational leadership education integrates a Christian worldview that focuses on sound, ethical business practices.

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Online Ph.D. in Organization and Management – Leadership?

• How to lead and manage highly effective teams in today’s organizations
• How to manage the contemporary organization and strategy formulation
• Human resource management and risk management
• Leadership theories and how to choose the best course of action with influence and synergy

This Ph.D. in organizational leadership and management offers a blend of business classes focused on organizational change and specialized courses that cover a broad spectrum of successful leadership theories and styles. Utilizing your own experience in the business world and the information you gain in this program, you can contribute to the current body of knowledge in organization and management through your Ph.D. dissertation.

Potential Careers for Organizational Leadership Ph.D. Graduates

• Chief executive officer
• Human resources manager
• Management analyst
• Training and development manager
• University professor/postsecondary teacher

Benefits of Pursuing Your Online Organizational Leadership Ph.D. with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• We are  recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility . Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank among Niche.com’s  top 3 online schools in America . Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• You can complete this Ph.D. in Organization and Management in as little as 3 years!
• Most of Liberty’s Ph.D. in organizational leadership courses are only 8 weeks long with 8 different start dates offered each year and no set login times!

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour . Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more !

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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.

Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.

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87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.

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As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.

Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.

Liberty University is proud to announce that we are recognized by multiple institutions for our affordability, accessibility, and academic quality. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America . 

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Doctor of philosophy in nursing leadership (ph.d.).

The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Leadership program is founded on a Christian worldview and is designed to prepare nurse leaders at the highest level who are committed to research, leadership, and Christian ethical standards.

Program Learning Outcomes

The student will be able to:

• Act as a professional nursing leaders, role model, and mentor for those who wish to pursue advancement in nursing
• Contribute to the science of nursing by adding to the body of nursing knowledge through original research and scholarship.
• Apply ethical decision-making and values to the nursing profession based upon a biblical worldview.
• Advocate for policies and programs that improve health outcomes for individuals and communities.
• Synthesize the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of nursing in the practice of research.
• Analyze various leadership theories, models and frameworks in the context of nursing and healthcare settings.

Program Specific Admission Procedures

All policies and procedures for admission to graduate programs as stated in this Catalog apply unless otherwise stated. The following criteria are established to encourage applications from qualified students who are highly motivated, self-directed, and academically competent to ensure selection of individuals who possess abilities that will enable them to successfully pursue graduate study in nursing. Each applicant must submit documentation to the Office of Graduate Admissions [email protected] that addresses the following criteria:

• Conferred Master’s degree in Nursing from an Accredited Institution. Accrediting bodies include: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00.
• Complete a background check upon admission as per LUSON policy and when requested by Clinical/Practicum Partners.
• Statement of Purpose: 200 words minimum.
• Proof of valid and current RN licensure based on review by the Commission on Graduates for Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) International [+1(215) 222-8454)] (must hold a valid registered nurse license issued in one of the fifty States. See #6.)
• Pass the NCLEX Readiness Exam (offered by the CGFNS).
• Undergraduate transcript evaluation report from the World Education System (WES) or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). This evaluation is required to determine equivalency of the applicant’s nursing and baccalaureate degrees to nursing education programs offered by schools in the U.S.
• TOEFL Scores for students who speak English as a second language (score of 600 paper –based test; 250 computer-based test, 80 internet-based test). Additionally, the School of Nursing will require a TOEFL score for all students education outside of the United States regardless of the nursing degree obtained.
• Current RN license in good standing with 1 year minimum experience as a practicing RN.
• Registered Nurse Licensure verification will be conducted annually until the program is completed.
• RN’s will self-verify a minimum of one year of nursing practice. This can be collected verbally by a call center agent or via email from the student to LUO Admissions Verification.

Evaluation of Transfer Credits

With approval from the School of Nursing Graduate Faculty Committee, students may transfer up to 30 credit hours from an appropriately accredited institution. In order to transfer credit hours, the student must have earned the minimum grade of B-, and the courses must have been completed within seven years of the start date of the program. Credits from a prior degree on the same academic level earned through Liberty University are considered transfer credits.

Research Experience

The completion of a 90 hour research experience is required for all PhD candidates. These hours are done with an approved faculty research mentor in LUSON and/or expert nursing faculty researcher from another institution of higher learning or clinical affiliate. The purpose of this practicum is to strengthen the students understanding and application of nursing research (development, process, analytics, etc.).

Comprehensive Examination

Students must successfully complete a comprehensive examination once all course work is completed and prior to the beginning of the dissertation phase. The purpose of the comprehensive exam is to examine student’s mastery of content within the PhD in Nursing: Concentration in Nursing Education program learning outcomes.

Dissertation

Research (Dissertation) topic must be approved prior to beginning the research experience. Approval is provided by the Program Chair, Program Director, or assigned faculty mentor.

Completion of the dissertation is partial fulfillment of the requirements for completion of the Ph.D. degree. Students are expected, with the assistance and approval of the dissertation committee chairperson, to select an appropriate topic of sufficient scope to demonstrate scholarly mastery of the program content and to make a meaningful contribution to nursing science. The dissertation is an original, rigorous research study carried out with substantial independence by the doctoral candidate. It represents a significant extrapolation from a base of solid experience or knowledge in the area of concentration. The dissertation significantly advances knowledge, improves professional practice, or contributes to understanding in the field of Nursing. Dissertation work is presented in a logical and understandable fashion. The results of the dissertation should be properly disseminated.

Program Dismissal

Student dismissals occur when students: 

• Fail to report any changes, sanctions, or other updates to their RN license to the PhD Program Chair.
• Are in violation of the Liberty University Online Honor Code.
• Earn a grade of D+ or lower.

Students must also remain in compliance with the Liberty University Academic Standing and Course Repeat policies: https://catalog.liberty.edu/graduate/academic-support/academic-information-policies/ .

Program dismissal removes the option for extensions, to repeat courses, or to reapply to the PhD program. Students can appeal a dismissal decision based on policy.

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The nexus of passive-avoidant leadership and deviancy: exploring job embeddedness.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD)

Patrick T. Slowinski

passive-avoidant leadership, laissez-faire leadership, management-by-exception passive, job embeddedness, deviant workplace behaviors

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Human Resources Management | Psychology

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Da Silva, Anthony Maurice, "The Nexus of Passive-Avoidant Leadership and Deviancy: Exploring Job Embeddedness" (2024). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects . 5743. https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/5743

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers have experienced unprecedented changes in the workforce, including labor shortages and new legislation. As a result, many organizations, known as second-chance employers, proactively seek alternative talent sources to mitigate staffing shortages, including hiring candidates with criminal backgrounds, either voluntarily or as mandated by law. However, this approach has challenges; individuals with criminal records often lack essential support upon reentry and experience an increased risk of reoffending. Although existing literature indicates that the appropriate leadership style is crucial for behavior correction, there is a gap in the literature addressing employees who work for a second-chance employer. Additionally, research on job embeddedness and workplace deviance presents mixed results. This study addressed the gap in the existing literature by examining the relationship among passive-avoidant leadership, job embeddedness, and deviant workplace behaviors. Study limitations include potential social desirability bias, limited generalizability due to the focused context, and a cross-sectional design preventing causal conclusions. This study featured 217 participants recruited from a convenient sample of 16,186 LinkedIn contacts. Subjects completed the multifactor leadership questionnaire, the deviant behavior scale, and the global measure of job embeddedness scale. Findings indicate that job embeddedness does not moderate the relationship between passive-avoidant leadership and deviant workplace behaviors, but passive-avoidant leadership positively and significantly relates to deviant workplace behaviors. Additionally, there was no relationship found between job embeddedness and deviant workplace behaviors. This research has implications for leadership, organizational behavior, the Christian community, and human resources management, stressing the relationship between leadership and deviant workplace behaviors.

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Enhance Your Knowledge of Literary Theory, Research, and Writing with Liberty’s Ph.D. in English

Are you looking to deepen your understanding of literature, textual analysis, and the English language? Liberty University’s online Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in English is designed to help you do just that. This program gives you the chance to engage with complex texts, develop original research, and contribute to scholarly discussions in English studies.

Our online doctorate in English offers a comprehensive exploration of literature and major authors from a variety of time periods as well as the historical development of the English language. Throughout the program, you can hone your analytical skills and prepare to contribute innovative research to the existing body of academic knowledge, potentially influencing both scholarly and public discourse.

This program may be a great fit if you aspire to teach English, literature, or related subjects at the collegiate level. You can not only enrich your own understanding of important texts but also become equipped to guide the next generation of college students through studies in literary theory, writing, and more.

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Doctorate in English Online?

• American and British literature
• Christian literary tradition and major Christian authors
• Literary theory and advanced textual analysis
• Methods and materials of research
• Origin and evolution of English

In addition to taking core English classes, you’ll have the ability to customize your education through elective courses. That way, you can pursue specialized interests and topics that align with your academic and career goals. Your studies will culminate in the completion of a dissertation, where you will conduct research and work to contribute new knowledge to the field of English. The dissertation process gives you an opportunity to showcase your expertise and lay a strong foundation for your future academic or professional endeavors.

Potential Careers for Graduates of Our Ph.D. in English Online Program

• Literary agent

Benefits of Pursuing Your Doctorate in English Online with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility . Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America . Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
• We want to provide you with the freedom to balance your studies with personal and professional commitments, which is why our Ph.D. in English is offered 100% online.

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour . Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!

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President Cook honored with Doctoral Leadership Initiative Award and delivers inspiring keynote address

On Saturday, June 22, Dr. Tracy M. Cook, president of Alcorn State University, received the Doctoral Leadership Initiative Honoring Excellence Award and was the event’s keynote speaker at The Westin Jackson.

The event was part of the 2nd Annual Doctoral Leadership Conference Gala hosted by the Doctoral Leadership Initiative.

President Cook provided words of encouragement to students pursuing doctoral degrees.

“Completing your doctoral program is about endurance,” said Cook. “If you start it, you must complete it. Once you complete it, you enter an elite group of individuals. Only 2% of the United States population holds a doctoral degree. Completing this task will set the tone for the rest of your journey.”

He reminded the group to begin to focus on their next steps.

“You have to develop relationships early on,” said Cook. “You never know; it may be an opportunity for you later. You are being interviewed daily by how you carry yourself.”

Cook shared a personal story about his grandmother and the importance of paying it forward.

“My grandmother used to cook dinner on Sundays right before we went to church service at 11:00. Dinner used to be finished before 11:00. But on that Monday, she would give the leftovers to the needy. One day, I asked her why she was always feeding all of these people. And her reply was simple. So you can receive the blessings.”

He advised attendees on key characteristics of leadership.

“Be a servant leader. It’s important that you learn how to balance your personal life and your professional life. You have to learn to adapt, adjust, and be flexible to what life will throw at you.”

He continued, “You have to be a lifelong learner. Best practices change each and every day. You’ve got to constantly adapt yourself to what life throws at you. You have to develop mental toughness and manage stress well.”

Other honorees at the event included Dr. Shannon Anderson, curriculum coordinator and professor; Dr. Elaine H. Anthony, former acting president, chair, and full professor, Journalism and Media Studies, Jackson State University; Dr. Ebonee Magee Dorsey, education and supervision, Lawrence County School District; Dr. Tonyatta Hairston, founder and optometrist, EnVision; Dr. Roderick Henderson, superintendent, Brookhaven School District; Dr. Rosie J. Payton, education and leadership consultant, Greenleaf Consulting; Dr. James H. Young III, associate professor of education and dean of Doctoral Studies, Belhaven University; Dr. Jennifer Young Wallace, associate professor and coordinator of Doctoral Education Leadership, Jackson State University.

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Two engineering graduate students win 2024 Anchor Awards

Brenda Ellis

Jun 20, 2024, 7:44 PM

Two engineering graduate students are winners of 2024 Graduate Leadership Anchor Awards presented recently by the Vanderbilt Graduate Student Council.

Mentorship Award: Simon J. Ward,  Electrical and Computer Engineering

Simon Ward’s commitment to his research through the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has helped form his legacy of leadership and mentorship to junior doctoral, undergraduate, and senior graduate students. One nominator highlights Ward’s passion for helping others by noting that, “Simon is extremely generous with his time and resources.” Ward has been a mentor to prospective Ph.D. students, serving them through multiple stages of preparing for their graduate degree. “Simon’s dedication to his field and the vitality of colleagues is evident through his attention to detail and planning.”

Research Excellence Award: Sajal Islam, Interdisciplinary Materials Science

Sajal Islam has focused his research on the reliability of high-voltage devices made from wideband semiconductors. He has won many awards for this work. In 2023 he won an AI-generated image contest at CS MANTECH, was a co-winner of the IMS Sales Pitch, and received the Fan Favorite Poster Award at VINSE NanoDay. He has authored or co-authored five publications and has presented his work at Vanderbilt and beyond. When considering his role as a researcher, one nominator writes, “Sajal is one of the most productive graduate students with whom I have worked in nearly 40 years as a professor.”

Graduate Leadership Anchor Awards honor the work and leadership of Vanderbilt graduate students schoolwide. This year’s awards recognized outstanding service, mentorship, departmental leadership, research and best overall.

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