Lead Systems. Shape Policy. Drive Impact Across Education.
The Doctor of Education (EdD) concentration in Educational Leadership at Concordia University Texas is designed for experienced educators and professionals who aspire to lead at the district, central office, and system-wide levels. This concentration prepares scholar-practitioners to navigate complex educational organizations, guide strategic change, and lead with integrity in diverse educational settings.
Grounded in applied research and ethical leadership, the Educational Leadership concentration equips students to address real-world challenges facing schools, districts, and education-focused organizations.
What You’ll Learn in the Educational Leadership Concentration
Students in this concentration develop advanced leadership competencies, including:
- Systems-level leadership and organizational theory in education
- Strategic planning, continuous improvement, and change management
- Educational policy, governance, and legal considerations
- Data-informed decision-making and accountability
- Ethical leadership and professional responsibility in educational contexts
Coursework emphasizes applied practice, allowing students to connect theory and research directly to their professional roles.
Ready to lead educational systems with clarity and purpose?
Build district and system-level leadership skills through applied research, strategic change, and ethical decision-making in Concordia Texas’s EdD concentration in Educational Leadership.
Curriculum Snapshot: Educational Leadership
This concentration focuses on leadership at the district and organizational level, preparing students to influence policy, manage complex systems, and lead sustainable improvement efforts across educational environments.
Program Structure
- Advanced leadership and research coursework aligned with doctoral-level study
- Emphasis on applied inquiry and problem-solving
- Culminates in a dissertation focused on a problem of practice relevant to the student’s professional context
Sample Areas of Study
Course offerings may vary by catalog year and availability.
- Organizational Leadership in Education
- Educational Policy and Governance
- Strategic Leadership and Change
- Ethics and Law in Educational Leadership
- Research Methods for Educational Leaders
Career Pathways in Educational Leadership
Graduates of the EdD concentration in Educational Leadership are prepared for advanced leadership roles across K–12 systems, higher education, and education-focused organizations, including:
- Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent
- District or Central Office Administrator
- Executive Director or Chief Academic Officer
- Director of Accountability, Assessment, or Student Services
- Leadership roles in education nonprofits, agencies, and faith-based organizations
This concentration supports professionals seeking to expand their leadership influence, advance into executive roles, or engage in consulting, policy, and system-level improvement work.
Why Study Educational Leadership at Concordia Texas
Students in the EdD Educational Leadership concentration benefit from a doctoral experience designed for impact and professional growth, including:
- A scholar-practitioner model focused on solving real problems of practice
- Faculty with leadership experience across K–12 systems and higher education
- A cohort-based structure that encourages collaboration and peer learning
- Ethical leadership development grounded in a Christ-centered academic tradition
- Flexible design tailored to the needs of working professionals
Ready to lead educational systems with clarity and purpose?
Explore how the Doctor of Education concentration in Educational Leadership at Concordia University Texas can help you expand your influence and advance your career.
Frequently Asked Questions: EdD in Educational Leadership
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Who should consider the Educational Leadership concentration?
This concentration is ideal for educators and professionals seeking district-level, central office, or system-wide leadership roles.
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Is this concentration focused on research or practice?
The program follows a scholar-practitioner model, blending applied research with practical leadership focused on solving real problems of practice.
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Does this concentration lead to licensure?
The EdD in Educational Leadership is a doctoral degree focused on leadership and research. Licensure requirements vary by state and role and are not guaranteed by this program.
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How does this concentration differ from Curriculum & Instruction?
Educational Leadership focuses on systems, policy, and organizational leadership, while Curriculum & Instruction emphasizes instructional leadership, teaching strategy, and curriculum development.