Swiss School of Business and Management
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
Online
Doctor of Education
DURATION
24 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,900
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) at SSBM Geneva is a global, research-driven doctoral programme in educational leadership and digital innovation. Topics include AI in education, digital transformation, curriculum and learning sciences, emerging educational technologies, online learning ecosystems, policy and data-informed decision-making. The online format uses a platform trusted by Harvard and MIT.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into leadership, research and strategy roles across higher education, K‑12, corporate learning and policy. Potential roles include university leader, academic researcher, curriculum director, chief learning officer, learning and development director, instructional designer, educational technologist, policy advisor, consultant, school principal. You'll apply research methods.
The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) focuses on 3 key areas that address the future of education, leadership, and innovation in a rapidly changing global environment:
- EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & TRANSFORMATION
- DIGITAL INNOVATION & FUTURE LEARNING
- RESEARCH-DRIVEN EDUCATIONAL IMPACT
The Online Ed.D. program consists of advanced core courses, specialization pathways, and applied research modules designed for educators, administrators, executives, and learning professionals who want to drive meaningful change in education and organizational learning.
Some of the topics include: AI and the future of education, Digital transformation in learning environments, Educational leadership and institutional strategy, Curriculum innovation and learning sciences, Emerging technologies in education, Organizational learning and talent development, Online learning ecosystems, Educational policy and governance, and Data-informed decision-making in education.
Overall, the Online Global Ed.D. is composed of advanced doctoral-level courses and research-intensive modules, taught by distinguished scholars, educational leaders, and industry experts from leading international institutions.
For the online learning system, we use a platform trusted by Harvard and MIT.
Specializations
- Doctor of Education in Corporate Learning & Organizational Development
- Doctor of Education in Digital Transformation in Education
- Doctor of Education in AI & Future of Learning
- Doctor of Education in Higher Education Management
- Doctor of Education in Emerging Technologies in Education
- Doctor of Education in Online Learning and Education Technology
- Doctor of Education in K-12 Educational Leadership
- Doctor of Education in Higher Educational Leadership
- Doctor of Education in Curriculum Studies and Learning Sciences
The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program is designed to develop visionary educational leaders, researchers, and innovators who can address complex challenges in education and organizational learning on a global scale.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Critically evaluate contemporary educational theories, leadership models, and learning sciences in diverse global contexts.
- Design and implement innovative strategies for digital transformation in education and organizational learning environments.
- Apply advanced qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to solve real-world educational and institutional challenges.
- Integrate emerging technologies, including Generative AI, into teaching, learning, and educational leadership practices.
- Lead organizational change and foster innovation within schools, universities, corporations, and learning institutions.
- Develop evidence-based solutions that improve educational effectiveness, learner engagement, and institutional performance.
- Analyze ethical, cultural, and policy implications of educational leadership and technology adoption in global learning environments.
- Demonstrate advanced communication, academic writing, and scholarly dissemination skills suitable for doctoral-level research and leadership.
- Conduct independent doctoral research that contributes to educational innovation, institutional improvement, and professional practice.
- Become transformative leaders capable of shaping the future of education, learning technologies, and organizational development worldwide.
The DBA curriculum is composed of several core courses. We organize elective courses in collaboration with our business and industry partners on specific topics relevant to global business and management challenges, as well as several events.
YEAR 1
- Research Methodology I (mandatory)
- Research Methodology II (mandatory)
- Research Proposal (mandatory)
- Research Methodologies and Academic Writing in Education (optional course)
- Advanced Quantitative Methods and Analysis in Education (optional course)
- Generative AI (optional course)
- Publishing Your Paper (optional seminar)
- Writing Research Proposal (optional seminar)
- Software Citation Tools (optional seminar)
YEAR 2
- Thesis
* final list of available courses is subject to change
Online learning is delivered through asynchronous and synchronous methods.
Asynchronous learning takes the form of prerecorded lectures supplemented by a variety of engaging activities such as quizzes, readings, assignments, capstone projects, knowledge checks, etc.
Synchronous learning takes the form of live lectures in the form of Live Q&A Sessions, live seminars and webinars, guest lectures, live lectures on specific topics, one-to-one sessions with the professor, etc.
SSBM Geneva employs a hybrid approach to deliver online learning, seamlessly blending asynchronous and synchronous learning methods to deliver the most effective and dynamic educational experience. By combining prerecorded lectures, quizzes, readings, assignments, and capstone projects with live sessions such as seminars, webinars, and interactive discussions, SSBM Geneva ensures that students benefit from the flexibility of self-paced learning while also enjoying the benefits of real-time engagement and interaction with instructors and peers. This integration of asynchronous and synchronous elements enhances student comprehension, engagement, and overall learning outcomes.
You also have the opportunity to increase your learning by attending our webinars.
Our interactive, supportive teaching model is designed for busy professionals and is delivered through our best-in-class learning management system.
We offer various scholarship opportunities. We invite you to carefully check which one can apply to you.