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Advanced Leadership in Teaching, Learning, and Institutional Development
Doctor of Education
In response to the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST), the mandate of the Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) and consistent to the philosophies Foundation University and the College of Education, the Doctor of Education (EdD) is a terminal academic program designed for experienced educators, administrators, and policy professionals seeking to deepen their command of educational theory, leadership, and research. The program integrates scholarly inquiry with applied practice, enabling graduates to lead transformative initiatives in schools, universities, and education policy environments. With an emphasis on organizational systems, curriculum innovation, and evidence-based leadership, the EdD develops professionals capable of addressing the structural and pedagogical challenges of 21st-century education.
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Educational Leadership and Governance – Designing and directing policies that promote institutional excellence and equity. Demonstrate competencies in understanding research in specific areas within the broad field of educational science and practice. Express exemplary leadership in innovation, cooperation and genuine appreciation of lifelong learning.
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Curriculum and Instructional Design – Leading curriculum reforms and crafting pedagogical models that respond to learner diversity and systemic needs. Possess comprehensive repertoire of knowledge in the field of specialization, refined skills in effectively addressing pertinent issues or concerns with utmost efficiency coupled with positive attitude in dealing with situations requiring highly refined decisions.
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Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods – Designing and conducting rigorous studies that inform educational practice and reform. Dedicate life in the pursuit of new knowledge and innovation at par with global standards and the pace of progress. Influence others in imbibing the culture of research with utmost integrity, scholarship and honor.
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Policy Analysis and Advocacy – Interpreting educational policy frameworks and contributing to legislative and administrative decision-making.
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Organizational Development in Education – Applying systems thinking to lead institutional change and improve organizational culture.
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Assessment and Evaluation Systems – Developing tools and metrics for measuring academic effectiveness and school performance.
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Sociocultural Foundations of Education – Examining education in its historical, cultural, and political contexts to advance inclusive practice. Manifest patriotism and humanism through ethical acts of performing duties of a learned individual gearing towards the program of the nation and mankind in general.
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Ethics in Educational Leadership – Grounding leadership decisions in ethical reasoning and public accountability.
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School Superintendent or Division Head – Managing regional or national educational systems.
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University Dean or Academic Director – Overseeing academic units and institutional policy.
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Curriculum Specialist – Leading curriculum innovation at the system or institutional level.
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Education Policy Consultant – Advising on reforms and strategies for national or regional education systems.
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Professor of Education – Teaching and mentoring at the graduate level, engaging in advanced educational research.
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Organizational Development Specialist (Education Sector) – Designing institutional structures for improved learning outcomes.
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Educational Researcher – Conducting policy and classroom-based studies that influence systemic change.
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Training and Development Executive – Designing large-scale professional learning systems in both public and private sectors.
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Dissertation-centered training grounded in research and institutional impact
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Mentorship under seasoned academics, researchers, and education executives
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Opportunities for publication and conference presentation at the national and international level
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Curriculum aligned with global standards in leadership, ethics, and educational governance
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Access to advanced seminars on educational innovation, digital learning, and comparative education
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Flexible weekend and modular formats for working professionals
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CHED-recognized and PACUCOA-accredited graduate program
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Research support services and partnerships with education bureaus, school systems, and NGOs