Organizational Change and Administration


Doctorate Degree

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Degree Details
  • Required Major Units
    56
  • Cost Per Unit
    $650
  • Estimated Major Cost
    $36k
  • Avg. Completion (Months)
    36
  • Accreditation
    WASC Accredited

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Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Administration



Overview

 

 

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Change and Administration degree program prepares students to work in a wide variety of administrative and executive roles. The Ed.D. program includes intensive study and practice of the necessary theories, principles and skills for transforming organizations to achieve optimal growth. The Doctor of Education program is designed for working professionals looking to apply theory to their practice, and is ideally suited for current organizational administrators, executives of business, or leaders in any field to expand their career path and to advance their academic and professional goals. This interdisciplinary terminal degree allows emerging organizational administrators and leaders to focus their learning and research on K-12 education, higher education, private/corporate sectors, or public/non-profit sectors. The fully online Ed.D. has no residency requirements and has a remote comprehensive experience and dissertation defense.

Ed.D. in Organizational Change and Administration Highlights

  • 56-unit program
  • 3-year average completion time including dissertation
  • 8-week online course format
  • Cohort model allows for students to progress together through coursework and dissertation process
  • No residency requirements
  • Outstanding faculty with public, non-profit and private sector professional experience
  • Financial aid available for those who qualify

The fully online and faith-based Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Administration focuses on problem solving, communication, analytical and research-oriented professional skills for responsible and innovative mid-to-upper executive level leaders who seek to maximize impact in organizations. Courses are specifically designed and delivered to meet the needs of practitioners who are tasked in leading through complex and unique issues encountered in private, public and nonprofit organizations.

Careers

The Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Administration degree program is an interdisciplinary degree leading to multiple career paths and is especially designed for educators, business executives, organizational leaders and administrators, city and county government managers, college faculty and staff, and other non-profit personnel.

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Course Requirements

Core Program Requirements (28 units)

New Era Organizations

New Era Organizations

This course prepares learners for the program by studying essential research-based theories on administration and management leading up to contemporary ones. Emphasis is on reviewing current and emerging organizational theories and concepts, business ethics, organizational change, talent development, and social responsibility, and developing and articulating a personal philosophy related to managing change in new era organizations. The theories and concepts reviewed will serve as a foundation for scholarly thought within the program. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Fall 2023
ORG710 AE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG710 AE Session 1
01/08/2024
03/03/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG710 AE Session 1
09/02/2024
10/27/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Organizational Change, Ethics, and Human Behavior

Organizational Change, Ethics, and Human Behavior

This course investigates strategies for promoting sustainable organizations by studying individual and group behavior within organizational settings. Key course concepts focus on organizational infrastructure, motivational strategies, ethical strategies, and leading change. Theories and frameworks studied are foundational principles of the program. This course also examines principles for leveraging conflict management strategies to promote positive organizational relationships and ethical outcomes. Prerequisite: ORG 710. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Fall 2023
ORG715 AE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG715 AE Session 2
03/04/2024
04/28/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG715 AE Session 2
10/28/2024
12/22/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Organizational Communication

Organizational Communication

This course examines effective principles of communication critical for effectiveness within diverse organizations. Principles focus on opportunities for administrators to reflect on their own communication style and examine the components of effective communication strategies. Students will address the challenges inherent to effective communication present in today's multicultural, multilingual work environments. Students will apply strategies for addressing routine and unexpected organizational communication challenges and situations. Prerequisite: ORG 715. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG720 AE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Shepard, Elisa M.
Spring 2024
ORG720 AE Session 1
01/08/2024
03/03/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG720 AE Session 1
05/06/2024
06/30/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Human Resource Management

Human Resource Management

This course examines the processes an organization uses to attract, retain, motivate and develop the best people for their jobs. Concepts of study include organizational recruitment, retention, engagement, evaluation, identification and development of high potential employees, succession planning, and employee development from the perspective of the organization's innovators and talent management professionals. Prerequisite: ORG 720. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG725 AE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Dunbar, Scott Edward
Spring 2024
ORG725 AE Session 2
03/04/2024
04/28/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG725 AE Session 2
07/01/2024
08/25/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Leveraging Culture and Diversity

Leveraging Culture and Diversity

This course prepares administrators for gaining insight into identifying the barriers that exist within organizations that mitigate opportunities for diversity and inclusion. Students will survey the effects of culture on administrative strategies and actions, and policies and procedures. They will analyze strategies for leveraging diversity to promote greater organizational inclusivity and productivity. Ethical considerations and motivation for diversity are emphasized. Prerequisite: ORG 725. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG730 BE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Gonzalez, Christina Maria
Summer 2023
ORG730 AE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Gonzalez, Christina Maria
Fall 2023
ORG730 AE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG730 AE Session 1
05/06/2024
06/30/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Strategy, Planning and Change

Strategy, Planning and Change

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed to maintain competitive advantage and sustainability in today's dynamic organizations. Special attention will be on the analysis and application of strategic approaches to overcoming barriers for organizational optimization, as well as methods for planning and driving support needed for implementation of change objectives that support the organization's mission. Prerequisite: ORG 730. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG740 BE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Simpson, Richard
Summer 2023
ORG740 AE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Simpson, Richard
Fall 2023
ORG740 AE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG740 AE Session 2
07/01/2024
08/25/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Evidence-Based Decision Making and Innovation

Evidence-Based Decision Making and Innovation

In this course students will examine techniques and strategies that promote strategic data-driven decision making for effective administration and fostering innovative behaviors. Models for collecting, analyzing, and using organizational data effectively will be evaluated, and tactics for enhancing both collective and individualistic decision-making will be examined. Students will survey and assess models utilizing data to support innovation strategies, as well as develop strategies for presenting data to promote innovative-driven decision making at all levels of the organization. The course will develop students' skills in three areas: acquiring data, analyzing data to make predictions, and presenting the results of analysis to diverse stakeholder populations. Prerequisite: ORG 740. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Fall 2023
ORG750 BE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2023
ORG750 AE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG750 AE Session 1
01/08/2024
03/03/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff

Research Sequence (16 units)

Research Design

Research Design

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the practice of research and research design. The course develops an understanding of the principles, processes and techniques used in social science research. Topics will include reading and evaluating dissertations, identification of quality research design criteria, and development of quality hypothesis statements and research questions. Students will use this information to evaluate their own thinking about research questions and develop potential research design descriptions. Prerequisite: BUS765 or DPA765 or ORG750. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Fall 2023
RCH705 BE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2023
RCH705 AE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
RCH705 AE Session 2
03/04/2024
04/28/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Data Analysis and Interpretation

Data Analysis and Interpretation

The purpose of this course is to introduce the principles and methods for descriptive and inferential statistics. The course will focus on understanding how descriptive and inferential statistics can be applied to effectively interpret data. Students will be required to utilize statistical software to select basic statistical tests and interpret results. Prerequisite: RCH705. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
RCH710 AE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Mizell, Staci E.
Spring 2024
RCH710 AE Session 1
01/08/2024
03/03/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
RCH710 AE Session 1
05/06/2024
06/30/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Quantitative Research

Quantitative Research

The purpose of this course is to present an examination of quantitative methods and designs that are utilized in social science research. Areas of focus include measurement, sampling, and design issues in generating and testing research questions. Students will be required to utilize statistical software to select complex statistical tests and interpret results. Prerequisite: RCH710. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
RCH715 AE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Mizell, Staci E.
Spring 2024
RCH715 AE Session 2
03/04/2024
04/28/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
RCH715 AE Session 2
07/01/2024
08/25/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Qualitative Research

Qualitative Research

This course examines the theoretical foundations of qualitative research methods and techniques applied in social science research. Students will be exposed to a wide array of research methods, design, measurement, analysis, and interpretation techniques that are crucial in descriptive research. Students will learn how to analyze human behavior, perceptions, and reactions as well as the meanings people give to their experiences. Prerequisite: RCH715. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
RCH720 AE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Petersen, Henry Lee
Summer 2023
RCH720 BE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Petersen, Henry Lee
Fall 2023
RCH720 AE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
RCH720 AE Session 1
05/06/2024
06/30/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
RCH720 AE Session 1
09/02/2024
10/27/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff

Culminating Experience (12 units)

Comprehensive Experience

Comprehensive Experience

The Comprehensive Experience will assess the student's knowledge of the theoretical foundations in organizational administration. Students will identify and answer research questions by integrating and synthesizing knowledge from a broad range of content areas covered in the first two years of study. The emphasis of this course is to demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the field of study ensuring that all students advancing to candidacy have internalized the central knowledge, critical thinking, and ethical skills necessary to be effective practitioners, leaders, executives, scholars, and professors. Successful completion of a defense experience must be completed prior to advancing to candidacy. Prerequisite: RCH 720. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG785 AE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Bowden, A. Greg
Fall 2023
ORG785 AE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG785 AE Session 2
07/01/2024
08/25/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG785 AE Session 2
10/28/2024
12/22/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Dissertation Experience

Dissertation Experience

Students will be guided through the research process after completing the dissertation proposal. This will include the development and completion of the dissertation. Students will work with their dissertation advisors both individually and in small groups. During the final iteration students will defend their dissertation in a public oral examination open to all members of the University community. Although the defense is concerned primarily with the dissertation research and its interpretation, the examining committee may explore the student's knowledge of areas relevant to the core of the dissertation problem. Students will finalize their dissertation manuscript for publication. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: ORG 785. (4 units)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG790 AE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Bowden, A. Greg
Summer 2023
ORG790 BE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Bowden, A. Greg
Fall 2023
ORG790 AE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2023
ORG790 BE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG790 AE Session 1
01/08/2024
03/03/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG790 BE Session 2
03/04/2024
04/28/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG790 AE Session 1
05/06/2024
06/30/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG790 BE Session 2
07/01/2024
08/25/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG790 AE Session 1
09/02/2024
10/27/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG790 BE Session 2
10/28/2024
12/22/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Dissertation Completion (As Required)

Dissertation Completion (As Required)

Students who have successfully completed the final oral defense of their dissertation but were unable to complete required modifications to the dissertation manuscript within ORG 790 Dissertation Experience are required to enroll in this course until a professional editor and the committee chair confirm their dissertation manuscript is complete and submitted for publication. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) units. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: ORG 790. (1 unit)


Semester Course Section Dates Location Days Time Instructor
Summer 2023
ORG798 AE Session 1
05/08/2023
07/02/2023
Online N/A N/A Bowden, A. Greg
Summer 2023
ORG798 BE Session 2
07/03/2023
08/27/2023
Online N/A N/A Bowden, A. Greg
Fall 2023
ORG798 AE Session 1
09/04/2023
10/29/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2023
ORG798 BE Session 2
10/31/2023
12/23/2023
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG798 AE Session 1
01/08/2024
03/03/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Spring 2024
ORG798 BE Session 2
03/04/2024
04/28/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG798 AE Session 1
05/06/2024
06/30/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Summer 2024
ORG798 BE Session 2
07/01/2024
08/25/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG798 AE Session 1
09/02/2024
10/27/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff
Fall 2024
ORG798 BE Session 2
10/28/2024
12/22/2024
Online N/A N/A Staff

Faculty

A. Greg Bowden

A. Greg Bowden, Ed.D.

Professor of Organizational Leadership/ Director, Organizational Change and Administration Program (Online)

Office Phone: (951) 343-5560
Email: abowden@calbaptist.edu
Department: Education & Leadership
Dirk Davis

Dirk Davis, Ed.D.

Professor of Organizational Leadership

Office Phone: (951) 343-3905
Email: ddavis@calbaptist.edu
Department: Business
Shari Farris

Shari Farris, Ed.D.

Associate Professor of Education/ Program Director of Masters in Education

Office Phone: (951) 343-2455
Email: sfarris@calbaptist.edu
Department: Education & Leadership
S. Jeannette Guignard

S. Jeannette Guignard, Ed.D.

Professor Organizational Leadership / Director MA Organizational Leadership

Office Phone: (951) 343-2458
Email: jguignard@calbaptist.edu
Department: Business
Mitchell Hovey

Mitchell Hovey, Ed.D.

Professor of Education

Office Phone: (951) 343-3980
Email: mhovey@calbaptist.edu
Department: Arts & Sciences
Kathryn Norwood

Kathryn Norwood, Ed.D.

Professor of Education

Office Phone: (951) 343-2190
Email: knorwood@calbaptist.edu
Department: Education & Leadership
Cammy Purper

Cammy J Purper, Ph.D.

Professor of Education/ Program Coordinator of Bachelors in Early Childhood Studies

Office Phone: (951) 343-3935
Email: cpurper@calbaptist.edu
Department: Education & Leadership
Riste Simnjanovski

Riste Simnjanovski, D.P.A.

Professor of Public Administration

Office Phone: (951) 343-3968
Email: rsimnjan@calbaptist.edu
Department: History & Government

Admission Requirements

• Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting completion of a baccalaureate degree.
• Official transcripts for master’s degree may be required for some doctoral programs.
• 3.0 cumulative or last 60/90 unit GPA*
       *Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA
• Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice)
       What are your educational goals?
       How will this program help meet those goals?
       What makes you a good fit for CBU?
       500-word maximum
• Additional requirements may be requested


Step 1:

Apply Online

Step 1a:

Complete the financial aid application: FAFSA
CBU FAFSA School Code: 001125

Step 2:

Your personal admissions counselor will contact you to assist with enrollment, registration and financing your education

Step 3:

Student will supply official transcripts to admissions counselor

Step 4:

Admissions counselor will meet with you to complete the registration process and provide an estimated financial aid award/education financing plan*

Step 5:

Admissions counselor will introduce you to your Academic “One Stop Advisor” to complete your academic degree plan and assist you in navigating your academic career to graduation.





*Student may begin class once this step has been completed

This serves as an admissions process general guide, may vary based on transfer units, test scores, etc. See your admissions counselor for your personal enrollment plan.

Tuition & Financial Aid

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Complete the financial aid application: FAFSA

CBU’s FAFSA School Code: 001125

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Student Learning Outcomes

Consistent with the University student outcomes, upon completion of the Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Administrationdegree, graduates will be able to:

  1. Students will examine and evaluate organizational behaviors and leadership effectiveness within a wide spectrum of industries and types in order to cultivate contextual intelligence (CI).
  2. Students will be able to apply previous learning as well as to conduct new ethical research with the aim of being able to apply this knowledge to address new opportunities and challenges.
  3. Students will examine organizational experiences, events or issues that are challenging, ambiguous or unexpected in order to enhance their leadership capabilities and navigate future challenges effectively.
  4. Students will communicate effectively.
  5. Students will enhance their relational capability through development of the four domains of EQ: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
  6. Students will set high standards for ethical conduct consistent with personal values, beliefs, and emotions. Students will continuously strive for lifelong learning and self-improvement, personally and professionally.
  7. Students will evaluate psychological factors that promote satisfaction and performance for self and others.
  8. Students will examine strategies for promoting innovative ideas, processes, and procedures that promote competitive advantage and organizational sustainability.
  9. Students will develop and enhance strategies for leveraging cultural intelligence, diversity, and inclusion.
  10. Students will identify, develop and enhance strategies for developing effective collaborative environments at all levels of the organization, and promote the development of future leaders.

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