View our EdD Early Childhood specialization completion requirements
Minimum degree requirements:
60 quarter credits
- Core courses (50 cr.)
- Capstone (10 cr.)
Minimum degree requirements:
60 quarter credits
Courses
In the EdD Early Childhood Education specialization, you’ll build skills and progress toward your final capstone project in every course.
Disclaimers: Walden students have up to 8 years to complete their doctoral program unless they petition for an extension.
In general, students are continuously registered in the dissertation/doctoral study course until they complete their capstone project and it is approved. This usually takes longer than the minimum required terms in the dissertation/doctoral study course shell.
To complete a doctoral dissertation, students must obtain the academic approval of several independent evaluators including their committee, the University Research Reviewer, and the Institutional Review Board; pass the Form and Style Review; gain approval at the oral defense stage; and gain final approval by the Chief Academic Officer. Students must also publish their dissertation on ProQuest before their degree is conferred. Learn more about the dissertation process in the Dissertation Guidebook.
For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-937-8785.
Courses
PhD completion program courses help you return to doctoral work, match with an advisor, and stay on track to finishing your dissertation.
Disclaimers: Walden students have up to 8 years to complete their doctoral program unless they petition for an extension.
In general, students are continuously registered in the dissertation/doctoral study course until they complete their capstone project and it is approved. This usually takes longer than the minimum required terms in the dissertation/doctoral study course shell.
To complete a doctoral dissertation, students must obtain the academic approval of several independent evaluators including their committee, the University Research Reviewer, and the Institutional Review Board; pass the Form and Style Review; gain approval at the oral defense stage; and gain final approval by the Chief Academic Officer. Students must also publish their dissertation on ProQuest before their degree is conferred. Learn more about the dissertation process in the Dissertation Guidebook.
For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-937-8785.
Courses
Develop the skills and confidence you need to tackle complex managerial challenges, contribute new knowledge, or teach at the graduate level.
Courses
Develop the skills and confidence needed for complex managerial challenges and research with Walden’s ACBSP-accredited PhD program.
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If you’re ready to shift your ideas into action, Walden’s Entrepreneurship concentration can help you take the next step. You’ll learn to step into a founder’s mindset and build impactful business strategies while navigating the practical challenges of launching or growing a venture. Build the tools and confidence to move forward with purpose—whether you want to start your own business, spark more innovation where you work, or make a lasting impact in your community.
These courses in entrepreneurship allow you to customize your Walden undergraduate degree with a focus that fits your interests and career goals. You’ll build practical, industry-relevant skills that help you stand out to employers in today’s high-stakes job market.
Concentration Courses
Earn this concentration by completing three courses from the list below:
Running a small business is no small task and it requires knowledge of several key business functions, including finance, accounting, human resources, and marketing. In this course, students explore the variety of responsibilities and opportunities that come with managing a small business. Through interactive resources, discussions, and assignments, they apply their knowledge to address real-world, career-related challenges. Upon successful completion of the course, students have the opportunity to earn a workplace certificate in small business management.
Students in this course examine how corporations succeed and grow by embracing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the organization. Students learn current models for corporate entrepreneurship and innovation that align with the strategic objectives of the enterprise. Students also examine the design of repeatable and sustainable processes that leverage existing business practices and support entrepreneurial initiatives.
Entrepreneurs envision opportunities and take action, and nowhere is this more evident than in the business world. In this course, students examine what it takes not only to start a new business venture but also how to use their knowledge of business functions to grow their initial idea into a successful enterprise over time. Through their assignments, students assume the role of an entrepreneur and build a plan for a real-world business concept. They have the opportunity to earn a workplace certificate in entrepreneurship upon successful completion of the course.
HOW TO ENROLL
Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Specialist who’ll guide you through every step—from choosing the right program to paying for your education.
Start your journey with:
Admission Criteria
Admission is considered for adult students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Applicants must also meet one of the following criteria:
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| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 181 quarter credit hours | $360 per quarter hour | $65,160 |
| Program Fee | $185 per quarter | $2,960 | |
$68,120** | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$20,310 | ||
*Represents course-based learning format, minimum time to completion, no transfer of credit, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Grants and Scholarship for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 135 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,500.
Completion Requirements
*Review the list of required general education courses by program.
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This is a great way to explore your interest in entrepreneurship and consider whether becoming an entrepreneur is right for you. Even if you aren't interested in founding a venture yourself, the skills you gain in entrepreneurship courses could be applied in a variety of work contexts.
Simply register for and complete the three courses in the Entrepreneurship concentration. The concentration will be added to your transcript once you have successfully completed all three entrepreneurship courses.
It takes only one and a half terms (three business entrepreneurship courses) to earn a concentration in entrepreneurship. And, as part of the concentration, you can also earn an industry-recognized micro-credential in entrepreneurship.
Walden’s Enrollment Specialists are trained to help you research, plan, and get started on your academic journey. We can:
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