Boldly Shaping Ethical Leaders

Viterbo's Doctorate of Education in Ethical Leadership is a transformative, interdisciplinary program designed to develop and support leaders who can meet the demands of 21^st century organizations. In the Ed.D. in Ethical Leadership program, students will explore various philosophies of leadership and ethical decision-making skills to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. 

• Post-master program (graduate degree required)

• Advances skills in decision making, negotiation, collaboration, and change management

• Embedded real-world experiences

• Average of three years to degree completion

• Low-residency program: Online (synchronous and asynchronous) coursework in the fall and spring, with a one-week summer residency in La Crosse, WI (June 24-28, 2024)
  • Education courses for those in the EdD+Superintendent Licensure course meet weekend in person in La Crosse​​​​​​​

• Culminating in a dissertation

• Two tracks:

  • Generalist track (48 credits)

  • Superintendent track for students seeking licensure in the state of Wisconsin (51 credits)

• Utilizing consulting, research, and projects, this program aims to prepare students to use their gained expertise to support the needs of their current organization and community.