Doctor of Philosophy in Professional Practice
The PhD in Professional Practice is a 100% online program designed to provide experienced professionals from diverse fields with an opportunity to carefully examine and thoughtfully assess the outcomes and professional contributions of their careers. This unique program focuses on the scholarly analysis of their work within current theoretical and theological frameworks, industry best practices, vocational understanding of their professional practice, and theological reflection. Students receive individualized mentorship from a doctoral supervisor, leading them on a personalized and intellectually stimulating path towards professional and personal development.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: Describe and Define the Artifact (9 Credits) Focus: Theological reflection on work/vocation and portfolio development. Successful completion establishes Confirmation of Candidature. | ||
| DPPR 810A | Professional Practice in Review 1 | 3 |
| DPPR 810B | Professional Practice in Review 2 | 3 |
| DPPR 911 | Professional Practice Portfolio | 3 |
| Phase 2: Gather and Interpret Data (19 Credits) Focus: Field research, literature review, and data analysis. | ||
| DPPR 912A | Field Research 1 | 3 |
| DPPR 912B | Field Research 2 | 3 |
| DPPR 999 | Research Continuation | 1 |
| DPPR 912C | Field Research 3 | 3 |
| DPPR 913A | Literature Review 1 | 3 |
| DPPR 913B | Literature Review 2 | 3 |
| DPPR 914 | Professional Practice Exegesis | 3 |
| Phase 3: Identify and Ideate Options (6 Credits) Focus: Innovation and theoretical advancement. | ||
| DPPR 915 | New Theoretical Insights for Innovation | 3 |
| DPPR 916 | Best Practice for Innovation | 3 |
| Phase 4: Create and Evaluate (10 Credits) Focus: Production of new professional output and testing insights. | ||
| DPPR 917A | New Professional Output 1 | 3 |
| DPPR 917B | New Professional Output 2 | 3 |
| DPPR 999 | Research Continuation | 1 |
| DPPR 918 | Exegesis of New Professional Output | 3 |
| Phase 5: Composition and Assessment (3 Credits) Focus: Final dissertation compilation and defense. | ||
| DPPR 919 | Dissertation and Defense | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 47 | |