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Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring

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Start dates: September 2025 / September 2026

Part time: 3 to 5 years

Location: Distance learning

Department(s): Oxford School of Nursing and Midwifery

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We designed this course for experienced coaches/mentors looking to deepen their knowledge, show commitment and contribute to the evidence base of the field.

The Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring programme develops the capabilities needed to become a researcher and leader in the field and foster excellence in your practice. We will challenge you to build on your existing expertise and push the boundaries of your knowledge so you can:

• operate at the highest level in coaching, mentoring and personal development
• develop confidence in providing facilitation and consultancy
• be competent in researching the field.

Our teaching staff have specific research interests in coaching and mentoring or related fields. We also invite specialists to provide further expert input. To complete your doctoral thesis, the course includes:

• doctoral thesis training (taught modules and workshops)
• design of original empirical research
• professional expertise and scholarly inquiry.

This is a part-time, distance learning course, delivered by the International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies.

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Why Oxford Brookes University?

Benefit from a supervisory team of experts to support your work. You will also be joining a centre with an international team, who are experienced and research active

Network and discuss your work with staff, alumni and students within ICCaMS and beyond. Engage with the Coaching and Mentoring community, including professional bodies

Flexible distance learning through online delivery with regular intensive blocks of study available via on-campus or synchronous virtual attendance

Range of coaching and mentoring, and related topics supported. Regular milestones to support progression and timely completion of doctoral award

Opportunities to present work in progress and gain feedback from the OBBS research community. Staged development of research knowledge and skills through modules/workshops

The Coaching and Mentoring Programme is accredited with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC). Upon completion of the Certificate Stage of the Programme, students typically obtain accreditation as Senior Practitioners with EMCC. Students need to be members of the EMCC and pay their own accreditation costs although these fees are at a much discounted rate.

Course details

Course structure, learning and teaching.

The course is designed as a part-time, distance learning programme over 3 or 5 plus years. The first two stages focus on taught level 7 and 8 modules, and usually takes three years to complete. You will then move on to the third stage, the thesis, which usually takes a further two years to complete. Stage One (Graduate entry) - comprises two years of part-time study covering six level 7 modules plus a research project module (same as MA Coaching & Mentoring). With level 7 exemptions, for existing masters qualifications the direct entry point allows candidates to complete in three years.  Stage Two (Direct entry) - comprises one year of part-time study covering four level 8 modules and doctoral supervision.  Stage Three - comprises a minimum of two years of part-time study focused on the development and execution of a research project. You will be supported through doctoral supervision, structured workshops and practice viva opportunities.

This programme has been designed as a distance learning where you will learn via interactive and high-quality online resources. At the DCM stage (admission with credit) you participate in live online seminars. Each semester, has an intensive 3-5 day block of sessions you can join synchronously or attend on campus. You are supported supervisory team throughout Stage Two and Three of the DCM.  Your learning will be visual, written and verbal - emphasising written work. Each module builds upon the last, helping you to deepen your practice. Your tutors will closely support you as you develop your research skills and deepen your academic abilities.

You will be assessed on a variety of coursework assignments and a thesis at both Stage 1 and stage 3. Progress to stage 2 depends upon a satisfactory merit profile and merit thesis at level 7.

To progress to the third stage of the course, you must successfully complete assignments based on methodological taught modules at level 8. The final doctoral thesis (60,000 words) is examined by traditional viva voce (oral examination) by an internal, and at least one, external examiner.

The International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies is at the forefront of coaching and mentoring research. The Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring has operated since 2006.

Our journal (International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching & Mentoring), annual Research and Coaching supervision conferences, and professional network OBCAMS (the Oxford Brookes Coaching and Mentoring Society) offer excellent opportunities for the dissemination and sharing of research and ideas.

Research areas include: philosophical underpinnings of coaching; developmental, leadership and team coaching; resilience; embodiment; transfer of learning; coaching and mentoring and social change; ethics and coaching and the coaching relationship.

By graduating from the Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring programme, you can expect to be recognised as experts in your field. This will enhance existing organisational and freelance careers and create employment opportunities or promotions.

You are encouraged to publish while on the course and after completion of the thesis. It is likely that you will continue to write for both the popular practitioner and academic press following your doctoral award. Several DCM alumni have published book chapters and books on their doctoral studies.

There may be further career opportunities in academia and industry where the highest level of achievement is recognised and rewarded.

Student profiles

Larissa Thurlow

"Thesis title: Supervision for team coaches: The issues, challenges and experiences and what those may indicate about the capabilities needed for supervisors to be fit for this role"

Benita Mayhead

"Thesis title: Duty of care of the executive coach"

Mike Sailsman

"Thesis title: Exploring the usefulness of incorporating neurofeedback training and mobile EEG technology into the coaching process"

Christine Vitzthum

"Thesis title: How do coaches and organisational stakeholders approach coaching to support gender diversity?"

Mitaali Katoch

"Thesis title: Survival learnings of family-run fashion firms: Expanding the significance of organisational adaptation and environmental selection in organisation studies"

Bozkurt Cendey

"Thesis title: Phenomenological research on user experiences of AI coaching"

Janine Roberts

"Thesis title: Working with emotions in leadership coaching"

Mike Livingstone

"Thesis title: How meaningful and useful is the concept of the Life Space in Executive Coaching"

Sebastian Fox

"Thesis title: Team members' and team coaches' perceptions of the most productive parts of their sessions"

Thesis title: Supervision for team coaches: The issues, challenges and experiences and what those may indicate about the capabilities needed for supervisors to be fit for this role

Dr Benita Mayhead

Thesis title: Duty of care of the executive coach

Thesis title: Exploring the usefulness of incorporating neurofeedback training and mobile EEG technology into the coaching process

Thesis title: How do coaches and organisational stakeholders approach coaching to support gender diversity?

Thesis title: Survival learnings of family-run fashion firms: Expanding the significance of organisational adaptation and environmental selection in organisation studies

Thesis title: Phenomenological research on user experiences of AI coaching

Thesis title: Working with emotions in leadership coaching

Thesis title: How meaningful and useful is the concept of the Life Space in Executive Coaching

Thesis title: Team members' and team coaches' perceptions of the most productive parts of their sessions

Dr Judie Gannon

Judie is a senior lecturer and programme coordinator for Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring. She is also Deputy Head of Doctoral Programmes for the Oxford Brookes Business School. Her research interests include coaching and mentoring as forms of social change, the coaching and mentoring relationship, managing coaching and mentoring interventions and activism and social movements in coaching and mentoring, as well as undertaking doctoral studies.

Professor Tatiana Bachkirova

Tatiana is Professor of Coaching Psychology my responsibilities include teaching on the MA and Doctorate in Coaching and Mentoring Practice; research and academic supervision of MA and doctoral students; supervision of the coaches for Oxford Brookes programmes.

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Entry requirements, specific entry requirements.

There are two entry points for the Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring:

Graduate entry

For graduate entry into the five-year DCM programme you should normally have a good honours degree, plus three years' minimum experience in coaching/mentoring.

Direct entry

For direct entry into the later stage of the DCM programme you should have an appropriate master’s level qualification, with a merit profile and a minimum of five years’ experience of coaching/mentoring.

Depending on the entry stage, you may be eligible for exemptions from certain elements of the programme.

Please also see the University's general entry requirements .

Selection process

We are now accepting applications for September 2024 entry. This programme has a limited number of places so early applications are advisable. Applications received by mid June 2024 will be considered for September 2024 entry with late June/July 2024 interviews scheduled. For further details on the DCM programme, including our information pack, module descriptions, funding information, FAQs, guidance on completing a research proposal, reference forms and staff profiles please email Dr Omar Abou Hamdan  [email protected]  or  [email protected]

English language requirements

IELTS minimum level 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in the reading and writing components.

Please also see the University's  standard English language requirements .

Pathways courses for international and EU students

We offer a range of courses to help you meet the entry requirements for your postgraduate course and also familiarise you with university life in the UK.

Take a Pre-Master's course to develop your subject knowledge, study skills and academic language level in preparation for your master's course.

If you need to improve your English language, we offer  pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements of your chosen master’s course.

English requirements for visas

If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements.  Find out more about English language requirements .

Credit transfer

Terms and conditions of enrolment.

When you accept our offer, you agree to the  Terms and Conditions of Enrolment . You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.

How to apply

Application process.

• Complete your research proposal
• Compile a personal/motivation statement and identify relevant members of the ICCAMs team who may be interested in your proposal
• Gather your supporting documents (listed below)
• Make a direct application .

If you have any difficulty completing your application, please visit our  Frequently Asked Questions page .

Supporting Documents

When applying for this programme of study please upload all of the required supporting documents listed below to the  online application portal .

We suggest merging your supporting documents into a single PDF file. Please note there are two specifically designated options for you to upload your two references to.

• copies of your previous degree transcripts and certificates (both undergraduate and postgraduate)
• a scan of your passport
• two academic references
• a 2,000-word Research Topic Proposal (Direct entry) or a 1,000-word Research Topic Proposal (Graduate entry)
• evidence of funding (we require evidence of personal funds or letter from funder if being sponsored)
• international students must also provide an English Language Certificate with an IELTS score of at least 7.0.
• *Please comment in your motivation statement and research proposal upon your ability to access resources (IT, library) which will ensure you can attend relevant online and intensive sessions, and how you intend to manage your time commitment to doctoral studies. 

Application deadline is Monday 10 June 2024 for September/October 2024 entry. We cannot guarantee that applications submitted after this date can be considered for Autumn 2024 entry.

Tuition fees

The following factors will be taken into account by the University when it is setting the annual fees: inflationary measures such as the retail price indices, projected increases in University costs, changes in the level of funding received from Government sources, admissions statistics and access considerations including the availability of student support. 

How and when to pay

Tuition fee instalments for the semester are due by the Monday of week 1 of each semester. Students are not liable for full fees for that semester if they leave before week 4. If the leaving date is after week 4, full fees for the semester are payable.

• For information on payment methods please see our Make a Payment page.
• For information about refunds please visit our Refund policy  page

Additional costs

Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course are detailed below.

Compulsory costs

Optional costs, funding your studies, financial support and scholarships.

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Programme changes : On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been published on the website. For more information, please visit our changes to programmes page.

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The Doctorate in Coaching, unlike similar leadership degrees, is a relatively new degree program. Online programs for this doctorate are rare.

An online doctoral degree in coaching is designed for those who want to pursue high-level coaching skills and knowledge to provide executive coaching for professional and organizational success.

Graduates of these programs can work as executive coaches, consultants for leadership development, coach educators, researchers, organizational management experts, organizational leadership specialists, or consultants across various industries.

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The study of coaching theories, practices, and research methods is the main focus of a doctorate in coaching, an advanced academic degree. A doctorate in coaching often entails a combination of core courses, research courses, and a doctoral dissertation or capstone project, though the particular structure and content may vary depending on the university offering the program.

Doctoral students often explore courses such as coaching theories and models, coaching psychology, leadership coaching, strategic leadership, human resource management, coaching ethics, research techniques, and data analysis.

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The Best Online Doctorate in Coaching programs on our list were selected because of the top-quality quality academics they are known to deliver! Each doctoral program and graduate school is a standout with these features:

• Delivered as a hybrid program, allowing adult students maximum flexibility to complete a doctoral program that works around their schedule,
• Employs a curriculum that helps doctoral students develop skills necessary for career growth and leadership coaching,
• Provide online students with several student support services dedicated to students’ success,
• Offers financial aid opportunities to reduce total program costs,
• Features a faculty of experts with years of experience in their respective coaching fields, 
• Received regional accreditation to ensure the degree’s value in the job market.

Please look at our Methodology to learn about our ranking process.

Top 5 Online Doctoral Programs in Coaching

Liberty university.

Doctorate in Management – Executive Coaching Program

Liberty University’s Doctorate in Management offers several emphases, including an online Executive Coaching concentration designed for professionals who want to obtain superior coaching, leadership, and management knowledge and abilities.

Focusing on executive-level professionals, this concentration is primarily completed online, giving working individuals the freedom to further their education while still advancing their jobs. The curriculum combines theoretical underpinnings, research methodology, and real-world executive coaching applications.

Organizational behavior, leadership theory, strategic management, coaching techniques, and coaching ethics are just a few subjects that students in this doctoral program may anticipate studying. The curriculum seeks to give students a solid grasp of coaching ideas and techniques while emphasizing the difficulties and dynamics of executives and senior leaders. Students may have the chance to participate in case studies, research projects, and practical coaching experiences throughout the curriculum.

The dissertation or doctoral thesis students complete as part of Liberty University’s doctorate in management with an emphasis on executive coaching often serves as the program’s capstone. As a result, they can contribute to the study of and practice of coaching. Graduates have various job options after graduation, such as executive coaching roles in corporate settings, consultancy, leadership development, or academic opportunities in coaching instruction and research.

Regent University

Doctor of Strategic Leadership in Leadership Coaching

Students who want to study a doctoral degree program in a hybrid learning format can opt for Regent University’s Doctor of Strategic Leadership in Leadership Coaching, a 51-credit hour program conducted online with residency.

This program aims to train students in coaching and mentoring skills while preparing them for leadership positions in various industries. The program’s curriculum strongly emphasizes building coaching and leadership abilities within the framework of organizational change and strategy.

Students study subjects including history & theory, skills & assessments, organizational initiatives, and advanced coaching. These courses are designed to help you become an executive coach for various organizations.

Graduates will develop and implement a coaching style of management for enhanced job performance in soft skill development and be able to evaluate an organization’s capacity to create innovative learning environments with rising effectiveness and efficiency.

Students will research leadership coaching as part of the Doctor of Strategic Leadership curriculum. They will get the chance to enhance their critical thinking skills, put coaching principles to use in practical situations, develop coaching relationships with clients, and partake in supervised coaching activities.

Program graduates can choose from various employment choices; they might work as executive coaches for nonprofits, businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and the military.

Walden University

PhD in Industrial Organizational Psychology in Evidence-Based Coaching

An Evidence-Based Coaching concentration is offered at Walden University through their Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, which focuses on applying psychological principles and research to improve workplace dynamics, organizational behavior, and employee performance.

The doctoral program offers two tracks. The first track is designed for applicants with a master’s degree in I/O psychology, while Track II is for those entering with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in non-IO-related fields.

Students gain an in-depth understanding of workplace individual, group, and organizational behavior, advanced research design and analytical skills, and expertise in applying evidence-based I/O practices in various organizational settings.

The Evidence-Based Coaching concentration produces graduates to fill in the gap of the growing demand for certified professional coaches in multiple fields, including business administration, government organizations, educational institutions, health and wellness, and corporations.

Courses of the specialization include leadership coaching and theories, leadership development, practices and application, and coaching skills.

Students will be qualified to apply for the credential in Evidence-Based Coaching and take the Board Certified Coach examination after completing the program, which includes 30 hours of coaching practice interwoven into Walden’s distinctive virtual residency.

Before graduating and submitting their application for the Board Certified Coach examination, students who have completed the program and the Evidence-Based Coaching prerequisites should apply for the Evidence-Based Coaching certificate.

West Virginia University

PhD and EdD majoring in Coaching and Teaching Studies

As the only state in Virginia offering online coaching degrees, West Virginia University offers one of the best doctorate majors in Coaching and Teaching Studies. Students interested in academic, governmental, non-profit, and industrial-organizational research should pursue the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) track.

On the other hand, those interested in employment as organizational leaders in various school, university, and community-based contexts should enroll in the Doctor of Education (EdD) track. The Ph.D. and EdD tracks are both prestigious programs; the only difference is their focus.

Students in either the Ph.D. or EdD track must complete four benchmarks: Qualifying Exam, Comprehensive Exam, Dissertation Proposal, and Dissertation Defense. PhD candidates, however, must also submit three peer-reviewed articles.

All students must pass the written and oral qualifying exams during the first two semesters of the program. A rigorous exam chosen by the candidate’s doctoral committee, the dissertation proposal, and a successful dissertation defense are additional requirements for all candidates.

Graduate students can collaborate with academics on various projects, gain data-collecting experience, write empirical or practitioner-focused research papers, or participate in program assessment and/or evaluation in addition to conducting their own dissertation research. Adapted Physical Education/Activity and Coaching Leadership are two of the four research and academic opportunities offered by WVU.

Fielding Graduate University

Doctoral Concentration in Coaching

Part of Fielding Graduate University’s larger degree in Human Development includes a doctorate focus in coaching. The coaching program at FGU, which has a reputation for emphasizing applied and interdisciplinary research, trains students to work as advanced practitioners and scholar-practitioners in the coaching industry.

The curriculum strongly emphasizes a reflective and experiential method of learning wherein students are encouraged to combine theory with practice, and they frequently get the chance to practice coaching, work with peers, and get criticism and guidance from seasoned coaches.

The doctoral emphasis in coaching includes a challenging curriculum, in-depth research, and real-world experience to advance students’ coaching abilities and understanding. Coaching theory, methodology, ethics, supervision, and advanced themes in coaching practice are covered in the program’s courses.

Upon graduation, students can pursue a professional coaching career in various organizations, from nonprofits and international business organizations to governmental and educational institutions.

Furthermore, students in the coaching doctoral concentration can pursue credits for a Certificate in Evidence-Based Coaching, a Level 2 ICF-accredited coaching education provider.

This certification offers a specific training course focusing on coaching techniques founded on empirical research and evidence-based methods. It gives coaches the information, abilities, and resources they need to integrate scientific research and data into their coaching practice successfully.

Common Coursework of Online Doctorates in Coaching Programs

Here are some typical courses you might find in these programs, while the specific courses offered in online doctorates in coaching may vary across different institutions:

• Coaching Theories and Models

An overview of numerous coaching ideas, models, and methodologies is provided in this course. It investigates the fundamental concepts and ideas that guide coaching practice.

• Coaching Supervision

This course emphasizes how coaching supervision can improve the efficacy and standard of coaching practice. It examines various supervision models, reflective practice methods, and the ethical ramifications of leadership.

• Coaching Psychology

This course goes deeper into the psychological components of coaching, examining issues including motivation, emotional intelligence, individual variations, and cognitive and behavioral processes. It looks at how psychological concepts can improve coaching techniques.

• Coaching for Diversity and Inclusion

This course explores how coaching may advance inclusion, equity, and diversity. It discusses cultural competence, prejudice awareness, inclusivity in coaching practice, and techniques for coaching clients from varied backgrounds.

• Research Methods in Coaching

This course focuses on coaching-relevant research approaches and techniques. Research design, data collecting and analysis, qualitative and quantitative research techniques, and ethical coaching research issues are covered.

• Leadership Coaching

The focus of this course is coaching within the framework of leadership development. It investigates how coaching can support leadership effectiveness and development while examining leadership theories, competencies, and problems.

• Organizational Coaching

This course examines coaching in corporate environments. It looks at issues including coaching in teams, coaching for managing change, organizational culture, and the function of coaching in raising productivity and performance.

• Ethics and Professional Practice in Coaching

The ethical issues and professional standards in coaching are covered in this course. It addresses issues including discretion, limitations, dual relationships, and frameworks for making ethical decisions.

• Professional Development and Marketing in Coaching

The subjects covered in this course involve starting and running a coaching business. It discusses coaching professionals’ ongoing professional development, marketing tactics, client acquisition, and professional branding.

• Coaching Practicum/Internship

A practicum or internship is a common feature of online coaching doctoral programs. This gives students supervised real-world coaching experience, allowing them to use their coaching knowledge and abilities.

Career Opportunities for Doctorate in Coaching Graduates

A doctorate in coaching opens up a wide range of professional options in coaching and related fields. Following are a few possible job possibilities for somebody with a doctorate in coaching:

Executive Coach

With a doctorate, you can work as an executive coach, supporting senior-level executives with their leadership development and coaching them one-on-one. Executive coaches frequently assist clients in developing their leadership abilities, overcoming organizational obstacles, and achieving their career goals.

Higher Education Educator/Professor

You can pursue a career in academics as a professor or coach if you have a degree. You can build coaching curricula, mentor prospective coaches, and instruct coaching courses. This position frequently entails researching and writing scholarly articles in the coaching industry.

Leadership Development Consultant

To create and conduct leadership development programs, many firms use coaching specialists. You can design coaching solutions, organize workshops and training sessions, and assist businesses in identifying and developing their future leaders.

Leadership Consultant

Leadership consultants can advise organizations on organizational performance, personnel management, and leadership development techniques. Your coaching knowledge will strengthen your capacity to assist organizations in recognizing and developing leadership talent.

Organizational Coach

Organizations frequently use coaching to improve team performance, promote a coaching culture, and effect organizational change. As a corporate coach, you can support organizational development goals by working with teams, departments, or entire companies.

Professional Association Leadership

Within professional coaching associations, you can assume leadership positions, assisting in the growth and advancement of the coaching profession. This could entail participating in task teams, committees, or boards while establishing moral and ethical norms.

Program Developer

As a program developer, you can design coaching interventions and programs suited to certain organizational requirements. This includes developing and putting coaching initiatives into practice, identifying coaching needs, and gauging how coaching activities affect individual and organizational outcomes.

Coaching Researcher

You can undertake research in the coaching profession with the help of a doctorate in coaching. Research on coaching effectiveness, coaching approaches, or related issues can be done as a career in coaching. The results of your study may help to advance coaching as a profession.

Thought Leader/Author

You can position yourself as a thought leader in the coaching industry with a doctorate. You can contribute to trade publications and write books, articles, or blog posts. Speaking engagements, workshops, and webinars are excellent ways to share your knowledge and become known as an expert in coaching.

Executive Coaching vs. Leadership Coaching

The coaching industry has two distinct but closely linked subfields: executive coaching and leadership coaching. While the two have similarities, they differ in many subtleties and areas of interest. 

Here are critical points of their differences: 

Targeted Audience

• Senior-level executives, including CEOs, C-suite executives, and high-level managers, are the primary audience for executive coaching.
• Individuals at different levels of leadership, such as mid-level managers, emerging leaders, and high-potential employees, might benefit from leadership coaching.
• Enhancing leadership effectiveness, executive presence, strategic thinking, decision-making, and overall organizational performance are the main goals of executive coaching. It frequently entails addressing particular difficulties experienced by executives and assisting them in achieving their professional objectives.
• Leadership coaching focuses on establishing leadership competencies at various organizational levels, developing leadership abilities, expanding self-awareness, and improving interpersonal dynamics and communication.
• Executive coaching frequently occurs in the context of the executive’s position and duties inside the company. The coach may collaborate closely with the executive’s peers, direct reports, and stakeholders to encourage growth and development.
• Individual leaders or entire leadership teams may receive coaching in leadership. It attempts to increase leadership skills and encourage collaboration to boost team dynamics and organizational performance.
• The goal of executive coaching is to strengthen the leadership skills of senior executives to have a strategic organizational influence. It supports the executive’s capacity to lead and direct the organization successfully and is in line with the company’s strategic goals.
• Leadership coaching can address various leadership difficulties, including team building, conflict resolution, change management, and increasing leadership presence.

Leadership coaching has a wider application and can target leaders at all organizational levels, unlike executive coaching, which is typically more confined to top-level executives and has a strategic focus on organizational impact.

The distinctions between executive and leadership coaching might change depending on how various coaching practitioners or organizations define and utilize these terminologies. The particular demands and circumstances of the clients and organizations engaged may also impact the focus and breadth of coaching engagements.

Coaching Certifications

Coaching certifications are credentials that attest to a coach’s proficiency in coaching. They demonstrate a coach’s formal education and dedication to moral principles. Numerous coaching organizations and organizations provide several reputable coaching credentials. Here are a few well-known coaching credentials:

International Coach Federation ( ICF ) Credentials

The organization called International Coach Federation (ICF) offers three levels of credentials:

• Associate Certified Coach (ACC)
• Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
• Master Certified Coach (MCC)

European Mentoring and Coaching Council ( EMCC ) Credentials

Various levels of coaching credentials are available from the EMCC, including:

• Foundation Level
• Practitioner Level
• Senior Practitioner Level
• Master Practitioner Level
• European Individual Accreditation (EIA)

Certified Professional Coach ( CPC )

The CPC certificate, provided by the Professional Coach Certification Board (PCCB), is intended to show a coach’s proficiency and adherence to professional standards.

Board Certified Coach ( BCC )

The BCC credential, managed by the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE), is intended for coaches specializing in executive, business, or personal coaching.

Certified Executive Coach ( CEC )

The Center for Executive Coaching provides the CEC credential for coaches working with top leaders and executives.

The CPC credential, provided by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), certifies a coach’s successful completion of an extensive coaching training course.

Certified Life Coach ( CLC )

The World Coach Institute (WCI) offers the Certified LifeCoach credential, which focuses on coaching for leadership development.

Every coaching certification program has its requirements, which may include particular training hours, coaching experience, mentor coaching, and adherence to ethical standards. This is vital to keep in mind. The certifying bodies also have their own evaluation procedures and may ask applicants to pass tests, give references from previous clients, and submit coaching recordings for review.

Coaching vs. Consulting

Both consulting and coaching are professions that support people or organizations in reaching their objectives and raising performance. Although there may be some overlap, the two have different methodologies and different focuses. 

• Focus:  Coaching emphasizes professional or personal development, enabling people to develop their own answers. Problem-solving and offering knowledgeable counsel or solutions are the main goals of consulting.
• Approach:  Coaching takes a client-centered, non-directive approach that prioritizes self-discovery. Consultations are expert-driven, directive processes that depend on the consultant’s knowledge.
• Relationship:  Through coaching, the coach and client form a helpful, cooperative collaboration. A client-consultant relationship involves consulting when the consultant offers knowledge and solutions.
• Outcome:  Coaching enhances the client’s abilities, self-awareness, and personal development. Delivering particular advice, approaches, or solutions to the client’s problems is the goal of consulting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a great coach .

Inspiring, educating, guiding, supporting, and joining the client on their professional journey of self-discovery are all qualities of a successful coach. 

How important is coaching in career development?

Career growth can benefit greatly from coaching, providing individuals looking to advance and thrive in their careers with helpful assistance, direction, and resources. A coach can assist people in being more aware of their values, areas of interest, strengths, and career goals. 

What are the admission requirements for a coaching doctoral program?

A master’s degree in a relevant subject, such as coaching, psychology, leadership, or organizational development, is the most common admissions requirement for coaching doctorates. Professional coaching experience, letters of recommendation, a statement of intent, and academic transcripts will also be required.

What is the duration of a Doctorate in Coaching program?

A Doctorate in Coaching program’s length varies. However, a doctoral degree can usually be earned after 3 to 5 years of full-time study. 

Key Takeaways

• Doctorates in coaching are terminal degrees that specialize in studying coaching theory, research, and practice.
• It is designed for those looking to become coaching experts, enhance their professions in coaching-related fields, or contribute to coaching research and scholarship.
• Graduates with a doctorate in coaching might go in several different directions; they can serve as organizational coaches, executive coaches, leadership development consultants, professors or educators in coaching, researchers in coaching, or program developers.

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As a student in CIU’s program, you will have the opportunity to learn from distinguished faculty members who are both accomplished scholars and experienced practitioners in the field of organizational leadership. Their mentorship and guidance will enable you to develop a comprehensive skill set and a nuanced understanding of effective leadership strategies. We believe in the power of research to transform organizations and shape the future of leadership. In CIU’s PhD program, you will have the flexibility to explore your research interests and contribute to the advancement of the field. Whether your passion lies in leadership development, diversity and inclusion, organizational culture or other areas of study, you will have the resources and support necessary to pursue groundbreaking research that makes a tangible impact. 

At Columbia International University, we value diversity and foster a multicultural learning environment. You will join a vibrant community of scholars and fellow students who bring unique perspectives and experiences to the table. Through engaging discussions, collaborative projects and cross-cultural interactions, you will broaden your horizons and enhance your ability to lead effectively in diverse settings. Our program also emphasizes the importance of networking and professional connections with fellow students. These connections will not only enrich your academic experience but also open doors to potential career opportunities and collaborations. 

By pursuing a PhD in Organizational Leadership at Columbia International University, you are embarking on a transformative journey that will empower you to make a significant impact in the realm of leadership. We invite you to join our community of scholars and practitioners, where you will gain the skills, knowledge and connections necessary to excel as a leader in today’s fast-paced and evolving organizations. 

Are you ready to unlock your full leadership potential? Discover the endless possibilities that await you in Columbia International University’s PhD in Organizational Leadership program.   

Alumnus Darryl Wilkerson

Why Choose Columbia International University

Ethical Perspective : In pursuing a PhD in Organizational Leadership at CIU, you will benefit from a learning environment that integrates faith, ethics and values into the study of leadership. Our faculty and curriculum will guide you in exploring how eternal principles inform and enhance your understanding of leadership, enabling you to approach organizational challenges with integrity, compassion and a servant-leadership mindset. 

Expert Faculty : Our faculty members are not only accomplished scholars but also experienced practitioners in the field of organizational leadership. With a wealth of real-world experience, they bring a unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights to the classroom. Their mentorship, guidance and commitment to your success will help you develop the essential leadership competencies and critical thinking skills required to excel in today’s complex organizational environments. 

Rigorous Curriculum : CIU’s PhD program in Organizational Leadership features a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum that prepares you to tackle the multifaceted challenges of leadership in the 21st century. Through a blend of foundational courses and research-focused modules, you will gain a deep understanding of leadership theories, research methodologies and practical applications. Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to the scholarly body of organizational leadership literature and make a significant impact in your chosen field. 

Research Opportunities : As a student, you will have access to state-of-the-art resources, research centers and academic networks that facilitate in-depth exploration and scholarly inquiry. Our faculty members will provide guidance and support as you develop your own research agenda. Whether you aim to contribute to theoretical advancements or address practical challenges within organizations, CIU’s program will empower you to conduct meaningful research and generate insights that can drive positive change. 

Collaborative Learning Environment : At Columbia International University, we foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment. As a PhD student in Organizational Leadership, you will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse community of scholars and practitioners who share your passion for leadership. Through discussions and peer feedback, you will refine your ideas, broaden your perspectives and benefit from the collective wisdom of your peers. These interactions will not only enrich your academic experience but also forge lifelong connections with fellow leaders and potential research collaborators. 

Flexibility and Personalization : We understand that every student has unique interests and career aspirations. Our program offers flexibility and customization, allowing you to tailor your studies to align with your specific research interests and professional goals within the field of organizational leadership. Whether you wish to specialize in areas such as leadership development, organizational culture, change management or other domains, our faculty will work closely with you to create a program of study that suits your individual needs. 

Global Perspective : In an increasingly interconnected world, leaders must possess a global mindset. Columbia International University celebrates diversity and promotes a global perspective within the PhD program in Organizational Leadership. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse student body, representing various cultural backgrounds and perspectives. This exposure to different worldviews and cross-cultural interactions will enhance your intercultural competency, broaden your understanding of leadership in a global context and prepare you to navigate the complexities of leading diverse teams and organizations. 

By choosing Columbia International University for your PhD in Organizational Leadership, you will join an academic community dedicated to nurturing exceptional leaders who are grounded in faith, equipped with expertise and prepared to make a positive impact in the world of organizations. With our distinctive Christian perspective, expert faculty, rigorous curriculum, research opportunities, collaborative learning environment, flexibility and global perspective, CIU provides an ideal platform for your academic and professional growth in the field of organizational leadership.   

Overall Benefits of this Degree

Earning a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Columbia International University offers a multitude of benefits and opens diverse career opportunities. 

Advanced Leadership Expertise : The program equips you with an advanced understanding of leadership theories, research methodologies and practical applications. You will gain a deep knowledge of effective leadership strategies, organizational dynamics and change management techniques. This expertise will enhance your ability to lead with confidence, make informed decisions and drive positive change within organizations. 

Research and Consulting Opportunities : A PhD in Organizational Leadership paves the way for research and consulting careers. You can pursue academic positions as a professor, researcher or scholar, conducting cutting-edge research and contributing to the field’s knowledge base. Additionally, you can offer consulting services to organizations seeking expertise in leadership development, organizational culture or change management. These opportunities allow you to have a direct impact on organizations, contribute to the advancement of knowledge, and shape the future of leadership practice. 

Thought Leadership and Publication : With a PhD in Organizational Leadership, you have the platform and credibility to become a thought leader in the field. You can contribute to the scholarly community through publications in academic journals, books and conference presentations. Your research findings, theories and practical insights can influence the discourse surrounding leadership and make a lasting impact on the field’s development. 

Personal Growth and Fulfillment : Pursuing a PhD in Organizational Leadership is not only a professional endeavor but also a personal journey of growth and self-discovery. The program challenges you to think critically, expand your intellectual horizons and refine your leadership philosophy. It provides a platform for personal development, enhancing your communication skills, critical thinking abilities and capacity for empathy. This personal growth enriches all aspects of your life, equipping you to be a more effective leader in both professional and personal contexts. 

CIU’s PhD in Organizational Leadership offers advanced leadership expertise, diverse career opportunities, research and consulting prospects, thought leadership potential and the ability to drive organizational transformation. It is a transformative journey that prepares you to make a significant impact on organizations and society.   

What Will I Study?

Our journey into the realm of effective organizational leadership begins with an analysis of the biblical, historical, and contemporary leadership model of Steward Leadership. Steward leaders understand how to transform themselves, others and the organizations they lead. This course will provide a framework for leaders to utilize as they lead their organizations with excellence.

This course explores theories informing effective leadership including motivation, decision-making, organizational change, and organizational systems. Further, this course examines the relationship dynamics which occur in organizations between leaders and followers.

This course examines practical principles guiding effective organizational team-building. Principles for building a leadership team, evaluating team performance, avoiding common problems many teams experience, and managing group dynamics, including promoting necessary conflict are discussed.

This course examines the principles of effective board governance. These principles include discussion about the fiduciary, strategic and generative leadership roles of board members. This course will serve as a guide for organizational leaders who work with boards as well as those serving as board members. Specifically, this course will explain in detail what works and why.

This course is designed to introduce students to descriptive and inferential statistics and how these statistics are employed in conducting research studies. Emphasis in this course will be placed upon helping students gain an understanding of the basic principles of statistics and how these principles apply to real life settings.

This course equips students with the research tools required to design the study of a doctoral dissertation. It prepares students to select a topic, review literature, design a study, and collect data, analyze and interpret data, and report and evaluate research.

This course is designed to equip students to analyze and interpret data, report and evaluate research. Simply put, students will learn how to organize data and then interpret that data in order to make sense from the findings via an understanding of what dissertation results actually mean.

In this course, students will create a problem statement. This problem statement will guide their research as they collect data and complete a dissertation. The problem statement will be clear, concise and practical.

In this course, students will build on the work done in LDR 9940 to complete the first draft of the dissertation proposal. Students will work with their advisors to produce their papers.

In this course, the students will revise and edit the proposals to become dissertation documents.

In this course, students will complete and successfully defend doctoral dissertation proposals.

In this course, candidates will initiate, conduct and complete their research. Students will then complete a draft of the final two chapters of their dissertations.

In this course, candidates will complete the writing of their doctoral dissertations.

In this course, candidates will defend and post for public access doctoral dissertations.

This course serves as a guide for leading organizational change from ideation to implementation. A model for strategic planning will be introduced. Practical tools and techniques for leading specific steps in the strategic planning process will be explained, and leaders will be equipped to effectively guide the entire deliberative and collaborative strategic planning process.

This course examines best practices of exemplary leaders when they are functioning at their best. The focus of the course will be on actions and behaviors of effective leaders. The fundamentals of outstanding leadership will be explored in detail. This course will provide a field guide for leaders committed to becoming the best that they can be.

This course explores the importance of institutional advancement for all organizations. Principles of finance will be discussed in detail, and students will gain a practical understanding of the fundamentals of each of the primary reports essential to providing effective fiduciary leadership for organizations.

This course examines best practice in creating and leading effective organizations. Most workers do not work alone. Most work for organizations. These organizations must be led, and this course prepares these leaders to achieve results.

Admission Requirements

• Completed application
• Official transcripts for highest earned graduate degree
• Academic writing sample (Master’s thesis or graduate research paper)
• CV or Resume that demonstrates 3–5 years of leadership experience
• Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA

Accreditation and Accolades

Career Path Opportunities 

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 
• Chief Organizational Officer (COO) 
• Organizational Development Consultant 
• Leadership Development Specialist 
• Change Management Consultant 
• Human Resources Director 
• Director of Organizational Effectiveness 
• Nonprofit Executive Director 
• Leadership Coach or Mentor 
• Higher Education Administrator 
• Researcher or Professor in Organizational Leadership 
• Talent Management Consultant 
• Diversity and Inclusion Specialist 
• Strategic Planning Consultant 
• Executive Leadership Trainer   

A PhD in Organizational Leadership is highly regarded in various professional settings. This degree is extremely versatile and applicable to every type of organizational setting. Alumni work in all sectors as organizational leaders, including business (both for-profit and non-profit), healthcare, ministry, government, military, and education (public, private, and higher education). Many of our alumni hold high positions of leadership in their organizations, including CEO, President, and other C Suite positions. 

This degree has content course assignments that can meet a person at their individual organization setting, and each student's dissertation topic is catered to the individual's area of interest and expertise.

The program is designed to be completed in 27 months. In extenuating circumstances, a student may petition for additional time to complete the program of study.

Yes, our program is designed to accommodate the needs of working professionals, making it feasible to pursue the PhD program while continuing to work full-time. This flexibility enables you to apply your newly acquired knowledge and skills directly to your professional context, creating a synergistic learning experience.

Please check the Tuition and Fees page for the most up-to-date information. There are certain discounts and benefits given for military status and to employees and family members of our partner organizations. Our financial aid counselors will help you determine the best way to finance this important investment in your future career earnings. For more detailed information, check our Financial Aid page and select the option for online students here.

Students should plan around 15-20 hours of study per week. A typical week would be completing an initial content discussion post by Wednesday night. 2 content response posts are due on Saturday night.

Most courses end with a capstone project. While taking courses, we have woven the writing of the dissertation step by step into the program of study to ensure that students graduate early and on time. 

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Coaching Skills for Effective Leadership

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Plan, prepare, and practice coaching skills for managers using a proven, research-backed framework.

Coaching is a transformational experience, whether you’re on the giving or receiving side, which is why it’s an essential skill for managers to get right. The curriculum for Coaching Skills for Effective Leadership gives you a proven framework developed by practitioners and Stanford GSB faculty with immersive assignments to help you apply skills to real-world coaching conversations. The EFECT (Engage, Frame, Explore, Commit, and Test) framework walks you through the steps and skills needed to have effective coaching conversations. It makes coaching skills for managers more concrete and actionable. You’ll gain both the knowledge and skills to promote the personal growth of your team members, the excellence of your organization, and the strength of your leadership.

What You Will Learn

Module 1: engage.

• Understand how dialogue and cognitive and implicit biases impact coaching.
• Identify personal biases and leadership hot-buttons as an important step to engaging others in a coaching conversation.
• Analyze effective ways to build trust, the potential obstacles to engagement, and strategies for resolving them.
• Key assignment: Activate your coaching experience by reflecting on a previous coaching conversation. Consider how you set goals with your employee and evaluate your own level of engagement.

Module 2: Frame

• Develop skills to be a more active, engaged, and empathetic listener.
• Discover ways to guide the framing of issues to promote clarity and agency.
• Recognize the contextual and personal elements that can affect the coaching conversation.
• Key assignment: Tune into an actual coaching conversation conducted by one of the course instructors. Tackle questions to develop your understanding of the Frame stage and receive course facilitator feedback on your answers.

Module 3: Explore

• Learn strategies for asking questions to support the employee’s exploration of potential courses of action.
• Formulate multiple coaching questions that consider the impact of the employee’s perspective and their position in the organization.
• Understand the potential negative effects of power differentials and performance evaluations.
• Key assignment: Listen to an actual coaching conversation conducted by one of the course instructors and answer reflection questions to understand how the Explore stage can lead to effective solutions.

Module 4: Commit and Test

• Help employees plan a course of action to solve a problem, recognizing common challenges to behavioral change.
• Create effective accountability mechanisms that consider the employee’s objectives.
• Follow up and re-engage with the employee for the next steps in the coaching process.
• Key assignment: Develop a plan, conduct, and answer reflection questions about your own coaching conversation, applying the tools and techniques you learned in the course. Receive course facilitator feedback on all aspects of the assignment.

Learning Model

This on-demand, online course is offered in four modules. Each module combines theory and practice with assignments that turn course learnings into real-time results. Course content includes videos, interactive presentations, workbook, experiential exercises, and personal feedback on key assignments to help you apply what you learn.

After you register, you will unlock course material for 60 days and can save select materials for future reference.

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College of Applied Human Sciences: School of Sport Sciences

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WVU is the only institution in West Virginia to offer a doctorate degree (PhD and EdD) majoring in Coaching and Teaching Studies.

Our doctoral programs provide a high-quality and meaningful educational experience that enables each learner to succeed in achieving their chosen academic and career goals. Furthermore, the related experiences promote the development of learners as analytical thinkers who are confident in the application of the scientific method and who can excel professionally as educators and researchers.

The PhD is a research doctorate, the purpose of which is to prepare program graduates for careers as researchers in university, government, not-for-profit and industry settings. As its primary learning outcome, program graduates develop the competencies needed to lead innovation in the field through their contributions as independent researchers. Our PhD students also acquire complementary experiences and skill sets that enhance their professional readiness in teaching, service, administration and clinical practice.

The EdD is a professional doctorate, the purpose of which is to prepare program graduates for careers as organizational leaders across a range of school, university and community-based settings. As its primary learning outcome, program graduates develop the competencies needed to facilitate organizational change using data-based approaches to problem solving and decision-making. Our EdD students also acquire complementary skill sets that enhance their professional readiness in teaching, service, administration and clinical practice.

Your Degree Plan

The PhD in Coaching and Teaching Studies is a research doctorate, the purpose of which is to prepare program graduates for careers as researchers in university, government, not-for-profit and industry settings

• Plan of Study

Our curriculum is designed to prepare researchers, teachers and professional leaders to address critical issues in the field by developing research skills, engaging in reflective teaching and expanding knowledge.

Qualifying Exam During the first semester of coursework, all doctoral students will be required to take and pass an oral qualifying exam based on assigned reading lists.

Comprehensive Exam Prior to proposing their dissertation to their committee, students must take and pass a Comprehensive Exam to assess their ability to synthesize and critically reflect on the literature related to their research area of interest related to physical education, physical activity or athletic coaching education. The faculty members on the students’ committees from the CATS faculty will adjudicate the quality of a presentation, the written document and the student’s ability to respond to questioning.

Benchmarks Students enrolled in the PhD in Coaching and Teaching Studies program submit two research papers as part of their doctoral benchmarking processes. Both PhD and EdD students submit their final dissertation/thesis manuscript for publication.

Dissertation Proposal and Defense The dissertation is the culmination of the research efforts of the student. The program coordinator will work with students during their first year of study to designate an appropriate adviser to oversee and mentor their research. The advisor will chair the dissertation committee and work with the student to select a committee based on expertise specific to the related line of inquiry. Once the committee is in place, they will convene to discuss and approve the student’s plan of study and designate each member’s role in mentoring the student in designing and carrying out his/her dissertation research. Once proposed to and approved by the committee, the student may complete his/her research study and prepare to defend the findings to the committee. The final dissertation must be defended in a public forum and approved by the committee.

Take advantage of special options related to this major:

Expand your curiosity — and enhance your curriculum — through the WVU Honors College. Two programs are offered: Honors Foundations for first- and second-year students and Honors EXCEL for third- and fourth-year students.

The WVU Difference

What sets this program apart from its competitors?

• PhD and EdD degree pathways are customizable based on academic and career goals.
• Research, teaching and service assistantships are available and include a stipend and full graduate tuition waiver.
• Students develop focused lines of research, while also gaining valuable experience in teaching and supervision.
• Faculty are international and national experts in the fields of physical education, coaching education and kinesiology.
• Graduates serve as leaders in K-12 schools, higher education, nonprofits and specialized areas of the sport industry.
• 100% job placement rate in diverse fields throughout the nation and beyond.
• The WVU School of Sport Sciences was recently recognized as one of the best in the country by Newsweek.

Learn by Doing

Learning happens outside the classroom. Get involved.

Research and Academic Opportunities

In addition to a student’s own dissertation research, opportunities are provided for graduate students to engage with faculty on various projects, for experiences in data collection, writing empirical or practitioner-focused research papers or being part of program assessment and/or evaluation.

Students complete research in the following areas:

Adapted Physical Education/Activity This area of focus addresses teaching and scholarship advancing the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in school-and community-based physical education/activity contexts. Our faculty and graduate students are members of a multi-institutional Adapted Physical Education Mentoring Consortium funded by a doctoral training grant from the U.S. Department of Education. As members, our doctoral scholars have opportunities to collaborate on high-quality research projects, multi-institutional seminars and summer training with APE faculty at nine leading institutions of higher education across the nation. Our faculty are engaged in several multidisciplinary research and service projects related to adapted physical education/activity, teacher education, health disparities, motor development and motor skill interventions.

Applied Sport Science Our doctoral students studying applied sport sciences conduct research focused on long-term athlete monitoring and performance assessment. This research better informs coaches as to how their athletes are responding to the training and recovery cycle. As a doctoral student in this area, you will engage in a variety of hands-on learning opportunities with our many campus partners, including the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Human Performance Innovation Center, an applied sport science laboratory. You will have access to the innovative technologies and professionals who are working on the cutting-edge of applied sport science.

Coaching Leadership This area of focus addresses research on the foundational scientific and sport-specific knowledge structures that underlie effective coaching practice. Additional areas of study include the interpersonal and intrapersonal skills needed for organizational leadership in sport settings. As an emerging research concentration, coach development and education affords doctoral students multiple pathways to pursue a focused and impactful line of research. Our faculty engage in a wide range of international and national service opportunities in coach development that many doctoral students contribute to as well.

Physical Education Teacher Education Physical education teacher education enjoys a long-standing tradition with doctoral students completing research studies in educational policy development, comprehensive school physical activity programming, curriculum and instruction, instructional technology use, teacher preparation and many other areas. Collectively, our research in this area targets the improvement of learners in K-12 settings with an overarching goal of facilitating the development of physically active lifestyles. Our faculty are engaged with several large-scale, multidisciplinary research projects involving healthy food and physical activity access in rural communities, state-wide surveillance of cardiovascular risk in school-aged children and policy and accountability systems in school physical education.

Professional Organizations

Network with professionals in your field as a student member of:

• International Council for Coaching Excellence
• National Strength and Conditioning Association
• United States Center for Coaching Excellence

Internships

Graduate Teaching Assistantships

• Basic Instruction Program (BIP)
• Physical Education Teacher Education Program
• Coaching Education Program
• Adapted Physical Education Clinic

Graduate Research Assistantships

• Center for ActiveWV (grant funded)
• WV CARDIAC Project (grant funded)
• CDC High Obesity Program (grant funded)
• Monongalia County Strength and Conditioning
• USDE Adapted Physical Education (grant funded)

Graduate Service Assistantships

• WVU Athletics
• WVU Student Recreation Center
• Graduate Service/Teaching Assistantship
• University Advising Center

What Skills You'll Take Away With You

Attending college will prepare you for many things. The Coaching and Teaching Studies major will give you the following skills:

• Analytical Skills: develop skills that help identify and solve complex problems, such as critical thinking, creative thinking, data analysis, organization and communication.
• Research Skills: find and consume research, formulate research questions, data collection, statistical skills, writing, publishing
• Communication Skills: share and understand information presented, respect others’ points of view, listen to others
• Leadership Skills: lead with confidence, display a positive and optimistic attitude, open to new and different experiences with a global mindset
• Strategic Vision: identify outcomes and long-term goals, and strategize how to prioritize and accomplish them accordingly

What you learn outside of the classroom is just as important as what you learn during class. We’ll help you follow your curiosity.

Careers and Outcomes

How does this degree prepare students for a career?

• Career Profiles
• How We Prepare You

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary School

Plan, direct or coordinate the academic, administrative or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.

May require a Graduate Degree

Median Salary: $103,460

Possible job titles include: Assistant Principal, Middle School Principal, Principal, Superintendent.

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct or coordinate research, instructional, student administration and services and other educational activities at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges and junior and community colleges.

Median Salary: $102,610

Possible job titles include: Academic Dean, Dean, Provost, Registrar.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators or fitness instructors.

Median Salary: $57,570

Possible job titles include: Fitness and Wellness Director, Fitness Coordinator, Fitness/Wellness Director, Wellness Director.

Community Health Workers

Assist individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Conduct outreach for medical personnel or health organizations to implement programs in the community that promote, maintain and improve individual and community health. May provide information on available resources, provide social support and informal counseling, advocate for individuals and community health needs and provide services such as first aid and blood pressure screening. May collect data to help identify community health needs.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $48,200

Possible job titles include: Community Health Outreach Worker, Community Health Program Coordinator, Community Health Promoter, Community Nutrition Educator.

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Median Salary: $73,240

Possible job titles include: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Education Professor, Professor.

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Median Salary: $75,770

Possible job titles include: Coach, Professor, Health and Physical Education Professor (HPE Professor), Physical Education Professor (PE Professor).

Instructional Coordinators

Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology in specialized fields that provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.

Median Salary: $74,620

Possible job titles include: Curriculum Coordinator, Curriculum Director, Curriculum Specialist, Instructional Systems Specialist.

Where our PhD grads are working

• Adam Katchmarchi, Executive Director at National Drowning Prevention Alliance, Assistant Professor, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PA
• Brooke Towner, Assistant Professor, Appalachian State University, NC
• Kiel Illig, Superintendent, Attica Central School District, Attica, NY
• Renee Brown, Assissant Women's Basketball Coach and International Services Director, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, PA
• Tyler Goad, Assistant Professor, Emporia State University, KS
• Hannah Kipfer, Assistant Professor, Emporia State University, KS
• Adam Keath, Assistant Professor, Winthrop University, SC
• Cory Breithoff Moskovich, Secondary Physical Education Teacher, MD
• Junhyung Baek, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, South Korea
• Lindsay Hammond, California University of Pennsylvania, PA
• Meghan Phillips, Business Owner, Kinematics, Morgantown WV

Meet Your Community

The Coaching and Teaching Studies family will inspire and support you.

• Future Classmates
• Program Faculty
• Alumni Network

The main reason for why I opted to come to WVU initially was because I really wanted to be able to impact change in the most relevant ways possible.

I have aspirations to eventually work in higher education, with pre-service physical education teachers in a Physical Education Teacher Education program.

• “I am grateful for the hands-on experiences mentoring and supporting PETE undergraduates in student-teaching individuals with disabilities in community-based settings. These opportunities have provided me with invaluable skills I will use as a professor of adapted physical activity.” A. Chloe Simpson Listen to Chloe's experience
• “Working with Dr. Dieffenbach, an international leader in the field of coach education and development, has allowed me the opportunity to help improve support, efficacy and effectiveness of coach developers and sport coaches across systems.” Christina Villalon

Sean Bulger

Professional highlights:

• Received the 2016 Ray O. Duncan Award from the state HPERD association for outstanding service and leadership.
• Co-authored more than 70 books, chapters, and journal articles on physical activity promotion and best teaching practices.
• Collaborated on over $6 million in external funding to support physical activity in school, community, and family settings.
• Delivered over 130 presentations at state, regional, and national conferences/conventions.

Kristen Dieffenbach

• Past President (founding), United States Center for Coaching Excellence
• Fellow, Association of Applied Sport Psycholog
• Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Association for Applied Sport Psychology
• Professional cycling and endurance sport coach for 25+ years
• Sport Steering Committee, National Physical Activity Plan

Eloise Elliott

• Ware Distinguished Professor in the WVU College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences since 2009
• Co-Author of the book, Teaching Children and Adolescents Physical Education (Graham, Elliott, Palmer, 2016)
• Recent Honors: Research Fellow, Society of Health and Physical Education (SHAPE) America (2017), Outstanding WVU CPASS Grantsperson Award (2019), Chair, U.S. President’s Council for Fitness, Sport, and Nutrition Science Board (2017)

Guy Hornsby

• Head Coach of West Virginia Weightlifting and Volunteer (throws) Coach for WVU Track and Field
• Coaching Science Coordinator at WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, Human Performance Innovation Center
• West Virginia State Director for the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Peter McGahey

• Former NCAA Division I and II Women’s Head Coach
• United States Soccer Federation A Licensed Coach
• United States Center for Coaching Excellence (USCCE) – Nominating Committee

Samantha Ross

• Research emphasis: The impact of disability on participation in community-based physical activity across the life span
• American Kinesiology Association, National Writing Award 2018
• Recipient of U.S. Department of Education Graduate Training Grant, OSU Leadership Personnel in Adapted Physical Education (PI: Yun), 2016-2019.

Michael J. Ryan

• Program Coordinator for Athletic Coaching Education
• 10 years of undergraduate and graduate teaching experience in Exercise Science and Kinesiology
• National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) State and Mid-East Sectional Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year
• 20 years of coaching experience at the Division 1 and high school levels
• Coached seven WVSSAC State Championship Teams in cross country and track

• Research emphasis on teachers' content knowledge, motor skills and physical activity engagement, and policy in physical education.
• Teaches classes in introductory of pedagogy and elementary and early childhood physical education methods.
• Has conducted 35 international and national presentations.

Valerie Wayda

• North American Society (NAS) of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport and Dance Professionals Fellow
• National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education - Vice President, 2012
• National Association for Sport and Physical Education Board of Directors, 2003-2006

James Wyant

• WVU Teacher of the Year Award, and CPASS award for excellence in teaching for the 2018-2019 academic year.
• WV Department of Education Teacher Credentials: Physical Education PreK-Adult, Health Education grades 5-12.
• Coordinator of the physical education teacher education student teaching capstone experience.

Jeremy Yeats

• Program Coordinator for Physical Education and Kinesiology
• Research emphases in education policy, the use of music in sport, physical activity breaks and social justice
• Seven years experience as a Teaching Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor

I use the knowledge and competence that I learned during my time at WVU every day in my role as an educational leader.

The dedication and compassion of professors supported my understanding of successful teacher preparation and how to make an impact on the health and wellness of the future.

The content, skills and leadership development i gained through my wvu doctoral program experience have prepared me as an educator and researcher..

Common questions and answers about Coaching and Teaching Studies.

Would I be able to secure a graduate assistantship or other financial support?

WVU graduate students have access to a range of financial supports including fellowships, scholarships, tuition waivers, graduate assistantships, financial aid and loans which are available at the university and college levels. Most all our CATS doctoral students are ensured a graduate teaching, research or service assistantship in our academic majors, or collaboratively with other University and community partners.

After being admitted to the program, in order to be considered for an assistantship, you will need to complete an application form through the CAHS Graduate Student Funding Portal .

Is there an online option for the doctoral programs in CATS?

Both our PhD and EdD programs are currently offered “in person” with some online course offerings throughout your plan of study.

Do the CATS doctoral programs require GRE scores as part of the application process?

At this time, GRE scores are required for the PhD program application; however, GRE scores are not required for the EdD program application.

When are applications due for the following academic year?

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, however each year’s new cohort begins at the beginning of the Fall semester with the deadline for application submission by December 1.

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Student Recreation Center

Our undergraduate majors take several courses that focus on learning to teach a wide range of individual and team sports and activities. The WVU Campus Rec Center provides the backdrop for these important courses, with its state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor activity spaces (e.g., fitness center and weight room, gymnasiums, aquatics facility, climbing wall, disc golf course, playing fields). Learning in these spaces affords our majors an opportunity to learn to teach a wide variety of content areas that are commonly included in the K-12 school physical education curriculum. Our doctoral students assist faculty members in overseeing the Adapted Physical Education Clinic at the Campus Recreation Center. They gain experience working with our undergraduate students as well as students with disabilities from the Monongalia County school system on Fridays throughout a semester.

Steelcase Active Learning Center

The Steelcase Active Learning Center features flexible workspaces designed for collaborative learning and problem-solving. The physical space supports the use of mobile devices, distance learning technologies and other interactive features to facilitate a more fluid teaching and learning environment for both students and instructors. This unique classroom space serves as an ideal setting for the types of collaborative learning activities that our majors engage in across their plans of study.

Center for Applied Coaching and Sport Sciences

• Undergraduate and graduate independent study opportunities are available with the Center for Applied Coaching and Sport Sciences project. (Honors projects encouraged)
• Students have an opportunity to get involved in Center research projects with faculty and fellow students
• Students have an opportunity to get involved in Center organized community-based sport activities.
• Interested students can support sport coaching resource development (infographics, educational video creation).
• Students can attend Center supported invited guest lectures and learning opportunities.

Center for Active WV

Our goal is to generate original research and materials that will fill the gap between cutting edge sport science knowledge and technology, best teaching practices and applied coaching across all levels of sport.

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Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission into a graduate program at WVU an applicant must submit official, bachelor's degree transcripts from a regionally accredited institution and hold a GPA of at least 2.75. WVU operates decentralized admissions. Decentralized admissions allows each graduate program to set its own application requirements in addition to the University requirements.

To be eligible for admission into the Coaching and Teaching Studies graduate program an applicant must submit the following documentation:

• Statement of Purpose
• Letters of Recommendation - Two

Applicants can seek admission to the doctoral program in Coaching and Teaching Studies with either a baccalaureate degree or master’s degree. To be considered for admission, applicants must upload the following documentation within the graduate application :

• Résumé or curriculum vitae
• Transcripts from all previous institutions
• Official GRE scores
• Personal statement (1-2 written pages on professional background, goals and reasons for pursuing doctoral degree at WVU, and rationale for potential faculty advisor)
• Two (2) letters of recommendation

You will not be able to submit your application until the above documents are uploaded. Once the application is submitted and (unofficial/official) transcripts are received, your application will be reviewed for an admission decision. International applicants will not be reviewed with unofficial transcripts.

Please contact the Office of Student Success at 304-293-4800 for more information about the application process.

Additional Application Considerations

Apply by December 1 for priority consideration. Applications that are incomplete or are submitted after the deadline may be reviewed if openings remain. Admission is limited to fall start only.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application with unofficial transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Submitting unofficial transcripts speeds up the application review process as most graduate programs make admission decisions using unofficial transcripts.

If you are offered acceptance, you are required to submit official transcripts from all previously attended institutions to be fully admitted into your intended graduate program. You will not be able to register for classes until the official transcripts are received. The preferred method to submit your official transcripts is through a secure online service, such as eScript, The National Clearing House or Parchment, to [email protected] .

Alternatively, if you are unable to submit an electronic version of your official transcript, the physical, sealed, un-tampered with documents can be mailed to:

WVU Graduate Admissions, PO Box 6510, Morgantown, WV 26501

WVU Graduate Admissions, 1 Waterfront Place, 2nd Floor, Morgantown, WV 26505

• Applications that are incomplete or are submitted after the deadline may be reviewed if openings remain.
• International applicants must also submit required materials for international applicants .

Review Process

Following the priority deadline, program faculty will evaluate applicant credentials based on the materials submitted. After that initial review, a limited number of applicants will be invited to a personal online and/or on-campus interview with the program faculty prior to a final admission decision.

Program Contact

If you have any questions about this graduate program, please contact James Wyant at [email protected] .

Application Deadlines

Each graduate program sets their own terms for admission and application deadlines. Applicants can only apply for admission for the terms displayed below. Any questions regarding the application deadline should be directed to the graduate program representative.

• Fall: December 1

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The doctoral concentration in Coaching offers an interdisciplinary approach to integrating research-based coaching theory with professional practice in organizational and individual coaching. Students are encouraged to consider how the material resonates with, challenges or adds new dimensions to their professional and personal experiences (work life, teaching and consulting, formal coaching practices, and community). Core theories underpinning the principle practices of individual and organizational coaching will be studied; and through research, participants will integrate theory with practice in individual and organizational contexts.

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An increasing demand for professional coaching practitioners in the social and business environments has informed the design and content of this graduate-level certificate program. Our graduate-level coaching program is one of the first in America to offer academic credit towards a graduate degree (MA or PhD). This program is designed to cultivate coaches who practice with personal and professional mastery, and are grounded in evidence-based work.

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• Prepares coaching practitioners and scholars with grounding in the foundational theories in the field of coaching
• Fosters the development of situationally-responsive professional judgment and ethical practices
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• Provides a structure and framework from reflective learning to coaching practice

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• Resources and opportunities for research, scholarship, and contributions to the growing literature of coaching

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Are you interested in gaining advanced business expertise and sharing it with others? Perhaps you’ve worked in business for years, and you see yourself passing on the knowledge you’ve gained by coaching other business leaders – or maybe you’d like to become a professor or the chair of an academic department. Either way, Liberty University’s 100% online Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration – Executive Coaching may be a great fit for you.

Our business administration PhD in executive coaching is taught by a cade of expert professors with years of experience in business and teaching – so you can be confident in the quality of education that you’ll receive. Our online business administration doctorate is also backed by our decades of experience in distance education, our brick-and-mortar campus, and our unwavering commitment to the academic and personal success of our students.

The time to pursue your online business administration doctorate in executive coaching has never been better – and at Liberty, it has never been simpler. Partner with us, gain new skills, and take your career to new heights.

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As a pioneer in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to develop a rigorous online degree program that challenges you to grow while respecting your commitments to your job, family, and community. This degree program is offered 100% online with no required intensives – allowing you to further your education while remaining committed to the things that matter most.

This degree program can help you develop knowledge and expertise in the broader areas of business administration. The executive coaching specialization is designed to complement your business studies with focused training in leadership and talent development. Our PhD in Business Administration – Executive Coaching emphasizes practical, real-world applications in both the coursework and the dissertation.

Terminal degrees like our business administration PhD program in executive coaching also command respect in academia. By earning a doctorate, you can establish yourself as an authority in both business and executive coaching – empowering you to become a professor, a department chair, and more!

What Will You Study in Our PhD in Business and Executive Coaching Degree?

In this business and executive coaching doctoral degree, you will study a variety of topics designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to succeed at the highest levels of business and academia. This degree program consists of 4 sections: core business courses, the executive coaching specialization, research courses, and the dissertation sequence.

In the business section, you will begin by taking a PhD program orientation course before diving into classes covering the strategic allocation of financial resources, supply chain management, and marketing for competitive advantage. You will also study human resource management and strategy formulation.

The executive coaching section will guide you through leveraging data for decision-making, coaching theory and practice, and theories and research in industrial/organizational psychology. From there, you’ll branch into research courses – which include foundations of applied research methods, foundational and advanced qualitative and quantitative research, and more. It is in this section that you will likely begin thinking of a potential topic for your dissertation.

The dissertation sequence consists of 4 courses. Each step of the dissertation is designed to build on the previous – meaning that you will research, write, present, and defend your dissertation in a way that empowers you to gain full mastery of your topic.

Potential Career Opportunities

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• Contribute to the body of knowledge in your field through this program’s integrated dissertation process.

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Admission requirements.

• A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required) .
• Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree in business or business-related field with at least 30 hours of graduate business credit and at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
• Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy .

Preliminary Acceptance

If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:

• Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
• Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
• Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
• Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.

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We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want – at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour . Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work toward your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession – for less.

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This business administration PhD can also help you boost your chances of a pay increase. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, professionals with a doctoral degree earned roughly 21% more than colleagues who only held a master’s degree in 2021.* By earning your doctorate in business administration, you too can compete for such a pay increase.

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You can complete this PhD in Business Administration – Executive Coaching degree in 60 credit hours!

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DrPH Executive Coaching

Executive coaching is an integral element of the DrPH students’ leadership development. The DrPH coaching model meets the students where they are in their leadership development. Coaches work with the students to identify the student’s growth edge and leadership development goals. Coaches provide support and challenge throughout the year within executive coaching sessions. The executive coaching sessions build on the student’s academic and field placement work. The students identify their areas of leadership development growth and design a personal learning agenda within the executive coaching sessions. The individualized learning agendas are guided by previous work experiences, experiences in the DrPH program, and personal preferences. With the coaches, the students design and debrief “personal learning experiments” to advance progress on their designated leadership goals.

Executive coaches develop tailored growth programming for each student. The coach meets with each student a minimum of six times over the academic year. Coaching sessions are strategically timed in coordination with the classroom and fieldwork to maximize student development.

The executive coach qualifications include health care or public service executive coaching experience with training in Constructive-Developmental Theory or related leadership development theories. The Harvard Chan Director of Leadership Development supervises the coaches.

Executive Coaching Desired Learning Objectives

• Foster students’ intrapersonal and interpersonal leadership capabilities.
• Deepen students’ ability to identify their own leadership competency gaps and take ownership of their personal development.
• Develop students’ ability to hold uncertainty and complexity productively on behalf of their own and others’ personal leadership, organizational goals, and improving public health.
• Advance students’ functioning in group and team dynamics, including: how to understand, engage, and support and challenge others within group work.

DrPH Coaching Programmatic Framework for Executive and Peer Leadership Development Coaching:

Year 1: One on One Executive Leadership Coaching Year 2: Peer Coaching Training and Practice Year 3: Peer Coaching in the Field

Year 1: One on One Leadership Coaching

Goal: Develop individual students’ leadership skills, especially those needed to meet the adaptive elements of public health leadership. Coaches provide support and challenge throughout the year, including at least six personal coaching sessions per student through the academic year.

Year 2: Peer Coaching Training and Practice

Goal: Further develop students’ self-knowledge of strengths, vulnerabilities, and their ability to understand, engage and effectively support and challenge others as they engage in complex work. In DrPH year two, the focus shifts to a peer-coaching model guided by workshops with an executive coach instructor. Students establish competency in professional development tools and coaching for themselves, for team members, and for their organizations. Students form peer coaching pairs and groups within the cohort to put their competencies into practice.

Year 3: Peer Coaching in the Field

Goal: Refine students’ capacity to support the leadership development of others. Students work with peers to grapple with systemic problems, set new directions, lead change and learn quickly from mistakes made in the process. While students are engaged in their Doctoral Project, they participate in their existing, self-managed, peer coaching pairs and groups. The peer coaching pairs and groups provide a safe space for problem solving and encouragement that is grounded in the leadership development theory acquired in DrPH years one and two.

What is (and isn’t) Executive Coaching?

  A very quick read from Harvard Management Update on “What an Executive Coach Can Do for You”:  http://hbswk.hbs.edu/archive/4853.html

The table below outlines the differences between Coaching and other forms of engagement with a client to help him/her achieve the results s/he desires.

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Executive coaching, penn gse certificate program, you are here, develop a coaching mindset to equip you with tools and methodologies to  support your team in reaching their full potential..

Learn how to develop the mindset, presence, and skills to lead to your organization’s success. 

What Sets Us Apart

About the program.

The Executive Coaching certificate program is designed to equip leaders with the skills and techniques to inspire positive change in others. Our program is led by faculty experts in adult learning, ensuring you receive evidence-based education to achieve your coaching objectives.

  Application Deadline

• Early Application Deadline: November 30, 2024
• Final Deadline: January 10, 2025

  Program Start January 21, 2025

• Standard rate: $11,500
• 15% discount available for:
• Applications received by November 30, 2024
• Penn GSE and Center for Professional Learning alumni
• Penn employees
• Groups of 5+ from the same organization,  contact us  prior to applying.

Length & Time Commitment 4 months

• 1.5-2 hours per week time commitment outside of class for supplementary activities and assignments

Designed for Professionals who want to become executive coaches.

Qualifications Professionals in leadership positions with a graduate degree / ~10 years of professional experience.    

• Develop and implement coaching strategies as a core leadership practice
• De-mystify coaching and coaching presence into actionable steps.
• Identify and deepen key coaching skills, including active listening, powerful questioning, providing useful feedback, working through resistance, creating actionable goals, and empowering others.
• Integrate adult learning principles into your coaching and leadership practice.
• Explore how flexing coaching styles to fit different situations will maximize your impact as a coach.
• Assimilate and apply the foundational theories of evidence-based coaching to elevate coaching, leadership competencies and organizational performance.

International Coaching Federation

Through our partnership   GroupWorks Global , Penn GSE offers an Executive Coaching Certificate that provides 30 of the required 60 credit hours for those seeking an ICF Credential. After the successful completion of this program and a subsequent evaluation conducted by GroupWorks Global, participants will have completed the ICF Level One certificate and will qualify to apply for the ICF ACC Credential. 

Synchronous Instruction Schedules

In an effort to be flexible, we are offering two cohorts of Executive Coaching in Spring 2025. You may choose to apply for either the Standard Schedule cohort or the Accelerated Schedule cohort based on your time zone and schedule preferences. In order for a cohort to run, we need a minimum of ten learners. If your cohort does not meet minimum enrollment, you may choose a full refund, switch to the alternative cohort, or defer to a future cohort. Notification pertaining to your cohort preferences will be sent on January 7, 2025.

Sessions are all held live on Zoom, and attendance for each session is required.

Standard Schedule Cohort

Accelerated Schedule Cohort

Followed by 3- 3 hour follow-up practicums (learners will sign up for a practicum time once the program has started based on preferred schedule and time zone) 

Program Structure and Curriculum

• 15 hours of synchronous teaching
• 15 hours of asynchronous work
• Five 3-hour live sessions across three months. Review the session topics below.

Session1: The Executive Coaching Mindset

• Foster a robust community of executive coaching learners by establishing a common language and becoming familiar with each other.
• Discuss the structure and ambitions of the course, establishing achievable expectations.
• Define executive coaching and distinguish coaching from other disciplines.
• Differentiate between coaching skills and the coaching mindset.
• Introduce the ICF Competencies and Ethical Guidelines.

Session 2: Coaching Conversation Dynamics: Active Listening and the Power of Paraphrases and Questions

• Experience the transformative impact of active listening by practicing presence in coaching conversations.
• Practice paraphrasing to ensure understanding and validation of the client's perspective.
• Experiment with use of open-ended questions to facilitate deeper client insight rather than providing direct advice or solutions.
• Enhance skills in fostering client self-awareness, enabling them to uncover and articulate their own solutions.
• Explore psychological models of change.
• Practice co-creating achievable goals for coaching conversations.
• Explore reframing perspectives.

Session 3: Leadership Competencies for the Coach

• Incorporate the research on leadership and emotional intelligence into your coaching practice.
• Cultivate Self-Awareness in coaches and clients.
• Recognize emotions as data.
• Explore the psychological and neurobiological underpinnings of self-regulation, including the role of the prefrontal cortex and the limbic system.

Session 4: Coaching Power Tools

• Recognize the power of contracting and goal setting in the coaching relationship.

Session 5: Integration of Skills

• To apply and refine coaching competencies through practical experience.
• Receive input on coaching skills.

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