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Degree Progression

The following points illustrate the step-by-step process of completing the Ph.D. in Global Leadership program.

  • Complete program coursework
  • Fulfill residency requirements
  • Begin qualifying paper process
    • Complete RES 8001: Qualifying Research Seminar
    • Complete any remaining coursework as needed
    • Complete Continuous Development of Qualifying Paper courses, as needed
    • Complete and successfully defend qualifying paper
  • Begin dissertation proposal process
    • Complete Continuous Development of Proposal courses, as needed
    • Complete and successfully defend proposal
  • Begin dissertation process
    • Complete Continuous Development of Dissertation courses, as needed
  • Defend dissertation
  • Doctoral degree conferred
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