“We believe aspiring scholars can learn ethical leadership to model effective stewardship worthy of God’s approval. Courses are specifically designed and delivered to meet the needs of practitioners. This interdisciplinary terminal degree allows emerging organizational administrators and leaders to focus their learning and research on K–12 education, higher education, public sectors, private sectors, or non-profits.”
Tim Gramling, LPD, NACD.DC Dean, Jabs School of Business
Program Distinctives
Become an Equipped Leader
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The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Change and Administration program includes intensive study and practice of the necessary theories, principles and skills for transforming organizations to achieve optimal growth.
Pursue Your Passion
The interdisciplinary degree gives students the option to focus their learning and research on K-12 education, higher education, private/corporate sectors, or public/non-profit sectors. 02
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Gain a Biblical Foundation
Students are equipped with biblically-based ethical principles and practices which emphasize character, courage and wisdom.
Program Details at a Glance
Program Length
56 units
3 years, full time
Class Format
Asynchronous online
Program Cost*
$39,200*
$700 per unit
Program Start Term Fall (September) Spring (January)
Accreditation
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
What does Asynchronous mean?
CBU’s asynchronous class format means our online programs provide the maximum amount of flexibility for a minimum amount of interruption to your busy schedule. Additionally, the 8-week format means you can complete your degree twice as fast as a traditional semester schedule.
*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to prepare a new generation of business leaders with the knowledge, real-world skills, and nurtured talents to successfully live out their purpose in the modern marketplace.”
Integrity Excellence
Students will personally and professionally live by Christ-like values.
Students will pursue success by using individual gifts and talents to exceed expectations.
Spiritual Growth
Students will intentionally pursue discipleship and integrate the principles and practices taught by Jesus Christ.
Personal Growth Knowledge
Students will strive to be educated with the insight to apply that education wisely.
Students will take responsibility to develop unique God-given gifts and talents.
Alumni Highlight
Philip Breitenbucher Class of 2023
Philip Breitenbucher serves as an Assistant Professor of Social Work and a Research Associate at California Baptist University. He provides consulting services to numerous organizations and government agencies throughout the nation. His research interests include leadership, organizational change, social work instructional design, and the intersection of child welfare and substance abuse.
Q: Why did you want to study Organizational Change and Administration?
A: Pursuing a doctoral degree has been a lifelong dream of mine. Having a doctorate allows me to advance my career in higher education and serve in a variety of capacities.
Q: Why did you choose to study Organizational Change and Administration at CBU?
A: I choose CBU for several reasons. First, because of its excellent reputation and my experience as an undergraduate. Additionally, after researching other doctoral degrees, CBU’s curriculum and organization best met my needs.
Q: What is the most rewarding thing about working in your industry or specific job role?
A: Watching students grow and develop.
Q: How did CBU prepare you for your career?
A: The doctoral program developed me as a leader and as a professor.
Q: What is a piece of advice you would give to someone looking to apply to this program?
A: Talk with your family and be sure everyone is committed to the journey. Completing a doctorate program is a major commitment, but one you will never regret.
Faculty Spotlight
Greg Bowden, EdD
Program Director, Organizational Change and Administration (Online)
I have always been interested in leadership and how some people seem better at it than others. In my years of teaching, I have worked at each level in K-12 education and post-secondary education, and I have always relished my work with students and enjoyed the transfer of knowledge in teaching. However, my passion is supporting teachers to be effective in the classroom. When I decided to pursue a position in K-12 school administration, I was fortunate to enroll in the first Leadership Studies program in the country and study with a leading author in the field, Dr. Joseph Rost, author of “Leadership for the 21st Century.” The program completely changed my concept of effective interdisciplinary leadership and shaped who I was as a leader during the 18 years I served as an administrator in public schools.
Effective teaching requires so many skills, and leading teachers requires even more. Throughout my career, I have been interested in the pedagogy of teaching and learning. As my career progressed and I transitioned to higher education, I focused on learning andragogy principles. I found that one key to successful online adult learning strategies is for students to use the process of metacognition. Indeed, addressing how this connects to the teaching and learning of effective leadership among adults is another theme. The need for engaged followership and knowing how to support effective collaboration is commensurate with leadership. Finally, I am interested in the development of online doctoral students – and how university faculty and staff can best help them. All of these are outshoots of my work here at CBU.
Admissions Requirements
Application for admission with a $45 application fee.
Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting completion of a master’s degree.
3.0 cumulative or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA.
Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice). Written statement (500-word maximum) or interview will address:
• What are your educational goals?
• How will this program help meet those goals?
• What makes you a good fit for CBU?
Additional requirements may be requested.
How to Apply
Submit a graduate application at calbaptist.edu/gradapp.
Send official college or university transcripts.
Provide any supplemental documents required.
Application Deadlines
Fall
Priority Standard May 15 August 1
Spring November 1 December 1
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