Doctoral Foundations

Catalog description

This foundational course is designed to equip doctoral students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in their academic and research pursuits. Students will hone their scholarly writing abilities, applying critical thinking to review existing literature, and synthesizing diverse sources of information to address research problems. Emphasis will be placed on understanding various research designs and methodologies, ensuring students can distinguish among them and apply appropriate strategies to their own work. Students will also gain familiarity with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) process, along with other critical ethical considerations and protocols related to research. This course aims to prepare students for the rigors of doctoral research and support their ongoing development as leaders in their chosen disciplines to contribute meaningfully in their field as a scholar and practitioner.