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PhD in Creative Leadership for Innovation and Change
Program Description
The Ph.D. in Creative Leadership for Innovation and Change and the University of the Virgin Islands are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education https://www.msche.org/institutions_view.asp?idinstitution=518. This Ph.D. program will prepare learners in the field of leadership by offering an extensive study of relevant leadership knowledge. This advanced knowledge will be applied toward developing innovative practice(s) in leading institutions and other complex human organizations.
This doctoral program will be academically rigorous, emphasize applied research, and employ a scholar-practitioner model. The program consists of a core curriculum of 18 credits that serve as a foundation for advanced study of leadership and organization, a series of courses in research methods comprising 9 credits, and specialization tracks, of which the student shall choose one. The application deadline has been updated to open enrollment status.
Specialization Tracks
The Ph.D. in Creative Leadership for Innovation and Change requires that all admitted students enroll in an approved specialization track. The following three tracks are proposed with the initial program:
- Creativity and Leadership for Change (CLC) Track
- Graduates receive a Ph.D. from the University of the Virgin Islands and a graduate certificate from Buffalo State University.
- Organizational Development and Leadership (ODL) Track
- Graduates receive a Ph.D. from the University of the Virgin Islands and a graduate certificate from Fielding Graduate University.
- Educational/Academic Leadership for Change (ELC) Track
- Graduates receive a Ph.D. from the University of the Virgin Islands.
Tuition & Fees
| Tuition and Mandatory Fees | USVI Resident | Non-USVI Resident |
| Tuition (per credit hour) | $368.00 | $735.00 |
| Registration Fee | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Property Fee | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Technology Fee | $90.00 | $90.00 |
Additional Program Information
- Information Sheet
- Entry Requirements
- Online Application
- Paper-based Application
- Courses
- Residency Requirements for USVI Tuition Rates
- Assessment
- Graduation Requirements
- CLIC Ph.D. Residency Fall Schedule 2016
- CLIC Ph.D. Frequency Asked Questions (FAQ's)
For More Information Contact
| Admissions, Financial Aid & Registration | Call 1-877-Go-To-UVI |
| Associate Provost | Dr. James Maddirala |
| Program Director | Dr. James Maddirala |
| Administrative Specialist | Ms. Leslyn Tonge |