LEAD 890 - Dissertation Advisement

1 - 15 Credit Hours
This 1-15 credit hour course is the culminating scholarly activity required for completion of the doctoral degree in Leadership Studies. Work on the dissertation commences with the selection of a faculty advisor to supervise the development and completion of an approved doctoral research project. All dissertation advisement credits are completed under the supervision of this faculty advisor who serves as co-investigator on the dissertation. Dissertation advisement includes guidance in the development of a viable research question, a comprehensive review of relevant literature, an effective plan of inquiry and data analysis, thorough articulation of findings and appropriate presentation and interpretation of results. Preparation and oral defense before a dissertation committee chaired by the faculty advisor are required for both the dissertation proposal and the final dissertation. Committee approval is required before the proposed research can be conducted. A successful defense of the final dissertation is required for graduation. Fifteen total hours of dissertation advisement are required but may be spaced out over multiple semesters. Continuous enrollment in Dissetiation Advisement is required until graduation to maintain degree eligibility, until the nine-year statute oflimitation expires.

Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Leadership Studies

Levels: Graduate

College of Professional Sci Leadership Studies & HRD