Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning in Organizations 

Lead results-oriented, organizational change.

  • School
    Peabody College
  • Duration
    84 credits, with 30 applicable graduate-level credit hours transferred
  • Format
    Online
  • Enrollment
    Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Tuition
    $2,245/credit

About the Program

The online Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning and Organizations program offered by Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development is designed to transform experienced professionals into forward-thinking educational leaders, who have the knowledge to create lasting systemic change. Through a robust curriculum covering all facets of organizational leadership, students will develop their problem-solving and inquiry-based thinking skills to enable successful navigation of the complexities of organizational improvement. The program’s hands-on learning focus enables graduates to become well-versed practitioners in the field and have an immediate impact on their organizations’ challenging environments.

Put simply, Vanderbilt’s online Doctor of Education program can help you unlock your potential as an inspirational leader and drive positive change wherever you are.

Facts & Stats

  • #1 Online education doctorate, Fortune ranking 2022
  • 38 M+ Annual research expenditures, among the most productive research schools of education

Key Takeaways

  • Participate in weekly, live online classes taught by Peabody College faculty
  • Identify, assess, and resolve organizational challenges from a learning and design perspective
  • Learn data analytics tools to lead organizational growth
  • Join your peers and professors at on-campus convenings
  • Complete a capstone project with a partner organization

Who Should Enroll?

The online Leadership and Learning in Organizations program is specifically tailored for professionals, seasoned leaders, and aspiring leaders who are looking to elevate their influence. Designed to challenge leaders to become more knowledgeable and intentional as they uncover innovative learning opportunities that directly impact their organizations, this program is a perfect fit for individuals who want to develop a unique edge in the workplace.

Through collaborative activities, leaders will be equipped with creative ideas, powerful relationships, and cutting-edge design skills that support continuous improvement of their organization’s performance.

Because of my professional position, I couldn’t take multiple years of a leave of absence to complete an on-campus degree program, but I also wanted a doctorate that would be as rigorous as any residential program in the nation. I found that at Vanderbilt.

Michael Hill
Vanderbilt Ed.D. graduate and president of the Chautauqua Institution