Leaders aren't born, They Learn
Step up, stand out and team with leaders.
Learn alongside rising leaders in a cohort of diverse professionals. Challenge conventional thinking, drive meaningful change, and build a network that elevates your impact and influence. Empower yourself and your community with a doctorate in applied leadership from UW-Green Bay, the trusted destination for advanced leadership development.
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With a simple application process and no entry exam requirements, we have pathways for you to earn your doctorate with or without a prior master's degree. Dive in to get started.
Level Up Your Career
Gain the advantage of learning from a diverse and powerful professional network. You’ll open doors to opportunities as you cultivate your authentic leadership skills.
Invest in Your Success
Earning your doctorate is an important pursuit, and so is finding ways to afford the investment. Explore cost and financial support options.
Learn with Other Leaders
Our cohort model fosters a richer learning experience.
Immerse yourself in a learning journey with a diverse group of peers. The cohort model means you benefit from the wealth of varied perspectives and experiences, sparking innovative thinking for your projects and professional growth. You'll hear new viewpoints and approaches that will help you think outside the box in your life and career.
More to Explore
Choosing to pursue your doctorate is a big decision. Learn more about our program to help solidify your path forward.
Emphases
Selecting an emphasis in public and non-profit leadership tailors your studies to specific career paths, while our specialized studies option allows you to customize your program to fit your unique professional vision.
Online Learning
Enjoy the flexibility of a fully online program while also getting the opportunity to interact and engage with your peers and professors during our week-long summer immersion.
Resources
From forms to dissertation information to library services, find the resources you need to succeed while earning your doctorate degree.
Take the Next Step
You’ve been in the workforce for a while. Or you’re right out of college. Or you have a master’s degree and know the next step. No matter where you are in your career, our program provides the opportunity to earn the highest degree in leadership. You’ll open doors to opportunities as you develop skills in leadership that will empower and enrich your professional—and personal—life.
Lead Beyond Limits
“The diversity of the cohort, with people from various industries, makes it an ideal environment for collaboration and growth. We’ve got such a robust cohort. It’s a great opportunity to collaborate with people from different fields like law enforcement, education, business, healthcare and activism.”
Lt A.J. Walker
Doctorate in Applied Leadership
University Police
UW-Green Bay
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Wondering if our Applied Leadership Ed.D. is right for you? Our professors can help you determine what path is best for you.