Doctor of Philososphy [Ph.D] [Higher Education Administration] From University of Tennessee

The PhD with a major in higher education administration offers advanced graduate study to those students aspiring to enhance their leadership knowledge and skill for service in their current positions, to establish knowledge and skill bases for a more responsible executive leadership appointment, to build the capacity and inclination for active participation in policy dialogue related to the purpose and performance of higher education, and to prepare selected scholars for service in faculty and policy scholar roles. Interdisciplinary in design, the program features core course work in higher education foundations, leadership and organizational theory, research foundations, and specialization interests.