Doctor's degree Higher Education/Student Affairs Student Affairs - Claremont Graduate University

Doctor's degree Higher Education/Student Affairs Student Affairs from Claremont Graduate University is a Campus Ph.D Education Management degree that prepares you for a Education career. CGU's diverse and experienced student body is comprised mainly of education professionals. Study is based on a multidisciplinary view of theory and research, and a commitment to developing educational environments that are just, relevant, and rigorous. Collectively the faculty is knowledgeable and grounded in education as well as sociology, cultural studies, anthropology, philosophy, psychology, law, sociolinguistics, gender/sexuality studies, politics, religion, and literature. The Ph.D. program is designed for individuals with a commitment to applying a multidisciplinary view of theory and research. While CGU Education students are as diverse as the programs they design, they are, in general, mature professionals who bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to their studies, as well as a commitment to scholarly endeavors. The degree is highly individualized and designed to meet the career and personal goals of each student . Doctoral level studies in higher education lend themselves to subfields in the area: Student Affairs Courses In order to accommodate the schedules of full-time professionals, courses are taught mainly at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Transdisciplinary study is encouraged and students are supported if they wish to take some of their course work in fields other than education . Some courses specifically relating to higher education/adult development include: Historical and Philosophical Foundations of American Higher Education The Politics and Governance of Higher EducationThe American Faculty Organizational Implications of Diversity in Higher Education Public Policy Dimensions of Higher Education Adult Development Adolescent Development The College Student Experience and Implications for the Administration of Higher Education College Student Development Leadership in Higher Education Institutional Planning and Assessment in Educational Settings Gender Issues in Education Adult Education The Economics and Finance of Schools and College Issues in Community College Administration View more details on Claremont Graduate University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Education Management courses.