Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Doctor Of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program is designed for experienced professionals aiming to deepen their expertise within an academic or research-oriented environment. This 60-unit Ph.D. program is open to the following fields of study: Business/Management, Leadership, Education, or Research.

The Ph.D. is intended for advanced practitioners who are likely in high-level academic or research positions, or who are consultants/professionals seeking to enhance their scholarly contributions. The objective is to foster their growth and future roles by enhancing their academic rigor, analytical skills, and critical thinking abilities. This doctorate is not for those looking to increase technical skills in their field, but for those aspiring to advance their scholarly practice and academic reputation.

There are two different tracks to obtain the Ph.D either via coursework and research or only research. The research only pathway is geared towards those who have completed research in the past either at a master’s level or above.

For those who do not have any experience conducting research, the coursework and research option is recommended.

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PhD Curriculum – Coursework and Research Track

Core Courses

DBA, Ed.D, Strategic Leadership Curriculum	Core Courses	30-33
Approved Electives	Approved Electives	6







	Electives can be transferred in or taken from any of AMU’s master’s programs or doctoral programs if not already in your core curriculum.
	Total Core Units	36-39

Research Courses

Course ID	Course	Credits
DOC 901	Proposal	3
DOC 902	Literature Review	3
DOC 904	Research Methods	3
DOC 910	Results	3
DOC 911	Conclusion	3
DOC 950	Defense	6



	Total Research Project Units	21

	Total PhD Units	57-60

PhD Curriculum – Research Only Track

Courses

Course ID	Course	Credits
DOC 930	Doctoral Proposal	12
DOC 931	Literature Review	12
DOC 932	Research Methods	6
DOC 933	Results	6
DOC 934	Conclusion	6
	Dissemination Options
DOC 940	Presentation	6
OR DOC 941	Publication	6
	Final Assessment Options
DOC 950	Defense	12
OR DOC 951	Conference Presentation	12
	Total PhD Units	60

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)