Public Policy, Educational Leadership and Policy Concentration, Ph.D.

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The Ph.D. in Public Policy with a Concentration in Educational Leadership and Policy is a partnership between the Policy, Planning and Management Program within the Edmund S. Muskie School of Public Service and the Educational Leadership Program within the School of Education and Human Development under the College of Management and Human Service. It is a post-master’s 45 credit hour cohort program designed for experienced educational leaders who may be employed throughout the duration of the program. The program integrates courses in public policy, educational policy and leadership, and research design and methods. The program culminates with the completion of a dissertation. Through the program, educational leaders develop the policy and research skills to influence educational policy and practice.

Program Requirements

Ph.D. in Public Policy with a Concentration in Educational Leadership and Policy (45 credits)

Public Policy Courses (9 credits):

Educational Leadership and Policy Courses (9 credits)

Research Courses (12 credits)

Dissertation (12 credits)

Elective (3 credits)

Students may select one 3 credit elective course in Public Policy and Management, Educational Leadership, or an alternative approved course by their advisor.

Grade Requirement Policy

Grades less than B are not acceptable for the program. Students receiving such grades will be reviewed for retention in the program.

Transfer Credit Policy

Previously completed doctoral coursework may be approved for transfer into the program if the courses are deemed equivalent to courses in the program. Transfer credits must be earned within five years prior to matriculation, with grades of B or better.