Doctor of Education in the Field of Human and Organizational Learning
Human and organizational learning is an interdisciplinary approach that offers insights about people facing complex issues concerning individual and organizational effectiveness. The doctor of education degree in human and organizational learning provides professionals, managers, and consultants with a foundation in relevant theories, concepts and practices.
The program focuses on the inter-relationships among people, organizations and learning while utilizing systemic change processes. Theory, research, and practice are balanced throughout the curriculum. Students are encouraged to form communities to provide collective support, promote action learning, and model a learning culture.
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| Admission deadlines: | Fall– Rolling admissions (January 15 to be considered for merit-based, on-campus tuition support) - main campus program only |
| Summer – Rolling admissions (executive leadership program only) | |
| Standardized test scores: | The GRE general test (institutional code 5246), the Miller Analogies Test (institutional code 1047), or the GMAT (institutional code QK4-0D-98) is required. This requirement is waived for applicants who already hold a doctoral degree conferred by an accredited institution of higher learning. |
| Recommendations required: | Two (2) recommendations (preferably one from a faculty member and the other from a professional supervisor) |
| Prior academic records: | Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission. |
| Statement of purpose: | In an essay of 750 to 1,200 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study at George Washington University, describing your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned in the application. You should also clearly indicate your primary and supporting fields of study and describe your research areas. |
| Additional requirements: | A resumé is required. |
| International applicants only: | Please review International Applicant Information carefully for details on required documents, earlier deadlines for applicants requiring an I-20 or DS-2019 from GW, and English language requirements. |
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
Graduate School of Education and Human Development
The George Washington University
2136 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
Contact for questions:
gsehdadm@gwu.edu ~ 202.994.9283 ~ 202.994.7207 (fax)
9:30 am – 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday
The following requirements must be fulfilled:
The requirements for the Doctor of Education program.
60 credits in coursework, a dissertation, and successful completion of a comprehensive examination.
The doctor of education (EdD) in the field of human and organizational learning program is available in two formats, the Main Campus program and the Executive Leadership program, as outlined below:
Main Campus Program
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| HOL 8700 | Foundations of Human and Organizational Learning | |
| HOL 8701 | Theory, Research, and Practice in Adult Learning and Development | |
| HOL 8703 | Human Systems Change | |
| HOL 8704 | Leadership Theory, Research, and Practice | |
| HOL 8724 | Creating and Planning Doctoral Research | |
| Research methods | ||
| EDUC 8120 | Group Comparison Designs and Analyses | |
| EDUC 8122 | Qualitative Research Methods | |
| HOL 8720 | Seminar: Applied Research in Human and Organizational Learning | |
| HOL 8722 | Seminar: Advanced Issues in Human and Organizational Learning (taken for 3 credits) | |
| 3 credits from the following: | ||
| EDUC 8100 | Experimental Courses | |
| EDUC 8130 | Survey Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8131 | Case Study Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8140 | Ethnographic Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8142 | Phenomenological Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8144 | Discourse Analysis | |
| EDUC 8170 | Educational Measurement | |
| EDUC 8171 | Predictive Designs and Analyses | |
| EDUC 8172 | Multivariate Analysis | |
| EDUC 8173 | Structural Equation Modeling | |
| EDUC 8174 | Hierarchical Linear Modeling | |
| EDUC 8175 | Item Response Theory | |
| EDUC 8177 | Assessment Engineering | |
| Dissertation | ||
| HOL 8998 | Predissertation Seminar (taken for 3 credits) | |
| HOL 8999 | Dissertation Research (taken for a minimum of 12 credits) | |
| An approved dissertation proposal required. | ||
| Electives | ||
| 15 credits in elective courses selected in consultation with advisor. | ||
| Comprehensive examination | ||
| Successful completion of comprehensive examination is required. | ||
Executive Leadership Program
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| HOL 8100 | Special Topics in Human and Organizational Learning - Doctoral Studies (taken for 3 credits) | |
| HOL 8700 | Foundations of Human and Organizational Learning | |
| HOL 8701 | Theory, Research, and Practice in Adult Learning and Development | |
| HOL 8702 | Theory and Design of Organizational Diagnosis and Development | |
| HOL 8703 | Human Systems Change | |
| HOL 8704 | Leadership Theory, Research, and Practice | |
| HOL 8705 | Organizational Culture | |
| HOL 8720 | Seminar: Applied Research in Human and Organizational Learning | |
| HOL 8721 | Practicum in Human and Organizational Learning (taken for 6 credits) | |
| HOL 8722 | Seminar: Advanced Issues in Human and Organizational Learning (taken for 3 credits) | |
| HOL 8724 | Creating and Planning Doctoral Research | |
| Research methods | ||
| EDUC 8120 | Group Comparison Designs and Analyses | |
| EDUC 8122 | Qualitative Research Methods | |
| 3 credits from the following: | ||
| EDUC 8100 | Experimental Courses | |
| EDUC 8130 | Survey Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8131 | Case Study Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8140 | Ethnographic Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8142 | Phenomenological Research Methods | |
| EDUC 8144 | Discourse Analysis | |
| EDUC 8170 | Educational Measurement | |
| EDUC 8171 | Predictive Designs and Analyses | |
| EDUC 8172 | Multivariate Analysis | |
| EDUC 8173 | Structural Equation Modeling | |
| EDUC 8174 | Hierarchical Linear Modeling | |
| EDUC 8175 | Item Response Theory | |
| EDUC 8177 | Assessment Engineering | |
| Dissertation | ||
| HOL 8998 | Predissertation Seminar (taken for 3 credits) | |
| HOL 8999 | Dissertation Research (taken for a minimum of 12 credits) | |
| An approved dissertation proposal is required. | ||
| Comprehensive examination | ||
| Successful completion of a comprehensive examination is required. | ||