Doctor of Executive Leadership

This program is for those seeking to maximize their executive value to organizations, communities, and institutions. The Doctor of Executive Leadership (DEL) program aims to educate the next generation of senior-level leaders as scholars and practitioners who can integrate theory and practice into the discipline of leadership. This rigorous program develops the skills needed in aspiring mid-and senior-level leaders who can then integrate theory with practice and extend the knowledge to a wide variety of industries or sectors. The DEL program is designed to train individuals in the effective use of business principles and leadership skills while providing skill development and understanding of a wide range of areas.

The School of Business and Leadership offers career-oriented undergraduate and graduate degree programs designed to provide students a broad education, encompassing the knowledge base, analytical thought processes, ethical grounding, technology, communication skills, and professional preparation necessary to meet the challenges of today’s fast-changing business world.

The University of Charleston’s School of Business & Leadership has been approved for membership in the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP is a leading global accreditation body for business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).