Doctoral Degrees (Ph.D., Ed.D.) with Specialization in Human Resource Development (HRD)

What Will My Program Look Like?

The Ph.D. requires 60 course credits and 24 thesis credits. Course credits include a minimum of 12 credits in general aspects, a minimum of 20 credits in research, and a minimum of 16 credits in the specialization. Course credits must also include 12 elective credits and 12 credits from outside the department, which may overlap with those in general aspects, research, and the specialization. More about the Ph.D. can be found in the Graduate School Catalog.

The Ed.D. requires 60 course credits and 24 field study credits (thesis credits). Course credits include a minimum of 12 credits in general aspects, a minimum of 11 credits in research, and a minimum of 28 credits in the specialization, 4 of which must be internship credits. Course credits must also include 12 credits from outside the department, which may overlap with those in general aspects, research, and the specialization. More about the Ed.D. can be found in the Graduate School Catalog.

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How to Apply

Core Faculty

Required Curriculum

Human Resource Development (HRD) Course Descriptions

Class Schedules

Admission Information for International Students

Revised March 2004