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Doctoral Degree

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Doctoral Degree

Explore Cornerstone University’s doctoral education through the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership & Development. Designed for experienced professionals, this Christ-centered doctoral program prepares scholar-practitioners to lead organizational change, conduct applied research and make a lasting impact across business, education, healthcare, nonprofit and ministry settings.

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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership & Development

Advance your leadership through a flexible online doctoral program with annual residencies that equips scholar-practitioners to solve real organizational challenges through research, innovation and Christ-centered leadership.

Why Choose a Cornerstone Doctoral Degree?

Cornerstone University’s doctoral program prepares experienced professionals to influence organizations through advanced leadership, applied research and a biblically grounded Christian worldview. Designed for working leaders, the program combines flexible online coursework with annual on-campus residencies, allowing students to immediately apply what they learn to their organizations while completing a practice-focused doctoral degree.

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Scholar-Practitioner Approach: Apply research to real organizational challenges through a doctoral program designed to create measurable impact in your workplace and community.

Executive Leadership: Strengthen your ability to lead organizational change, influence strategy and solve complex leadership challenges across education, business, healthcare, nonprofit and ministry settings.

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Christ-Centered Leadership: Integrate a biblically grounded Christian worldview with advanced leadership theory, ethical decision-making and organizational development.

Flexible Doctoral Learning: Complete your doctorate through a primarily online format with three annual on-campus residencies designed for working professionals.

Experience The Cornerstone Advantage™

Cornerstone University prepares graduates with the expertise, career readiness and Christ-centered character employers and communities value. Through meaningful faculty mentorship, practical learning experiences and a biblically grounded education, you’ll be equipped to lead with wisdom and make a lasting impact in your profession, ministry and community.

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SAT & SUN: Closed

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