Online Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership and Innovation
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Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation Overview
It’s time to take your education career even further. Become a change agent ready to make a difference in your workplace. Earn an EdD degree online in leadership and innovation.
- Advance in leadership roles within all areas of education, including postsecondary, government, corporate, and nonprofit institutions.
- Take doctoral courses 100% online and complete a research project you can apply to your workplace, community, or area of expertise.
- Find resources and support every step of the way, including access to a comprehensive online library, writing support, and more.
- Gain skills to create innovative and transformative learning environments.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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What Courses Will I Take?
The 100% online courses for the EdD degree build your skills in leadership and innovation. Topics include transformative learning; ethics and accountability; and more. Your studies culminate in an applied research project and paper, which you can complete at your workplace or in your community.
Sample Courses
- Research in Responsive Curriculum Design and Development
- Learning and Professional Practice
- Transformative Learning Environments
- Creativity, Innovation, and Intrapreneurship in Education
- Ethics and Accountability in Leadership
Extension Courses
The doctoral program also includes extension courses as a standard component designed to provide additional support and structure for students developing their applied research projects. These courses may be scheduled to provide additional support for you through each phase of the research process — from proposal development and literature review to research design, data analysis, and the final paper. Through ongoing mentorship and faculty feedback, you receive personalized assistance in the extension courses to stay on track and meet important milestones.
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
Admissions Requirements
A master’s degree in a related field is required to enroll in a postgraduate program. You will need to provide an official transcript that shows completion of your master’s degree from an accredited institution, though an unofficial copy may be provided during the application process. Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Graduate tuition savings for military include a 17–30% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 14% per credit for veterans for graduate programs.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. We offer credit for ACE-evaluated training and CLEP and DANTES examinations.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Tell me about a time you led a team through change. How did you address resistance and maintain morale?
- How would you describe your leadership style, and in what ways has your Ed.D. program shaped or enhanced it?
- Describe a time when you led a strategic initiative. What was your process, and what impact did it have?
- How do you balance data-driven decisions with the needs and input of your team?
- How do you build trust and collaboration among team members?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Higher Education Administration
- Student Services
- Academic Affairs
- Student Development
- Student Engagement
- Program Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Communication
- Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operations
- Coordinating
- Research
- Innovation
Get to Know Our Faculty
Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.
Faculty members who have advanced degrees
Faculty members who have terminal degrees
Faculty publications in 2024–2025
Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2024–2025
Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.
Join an Extensive Alumni Network
Upon graduation, you’ll become part of the Purdue Alumni Association, a vast and prestigious network of professionals. You’ll be able to make connections and access alumni benefits.
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