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Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership

Alliant International University - San Diego Campus

USA,California

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 19,590/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 2001

Total Students: 3,662 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

10455 Pomerado Rd. San Diego, CA 92131

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership

Program Overview

Elevate your expertise and redefine your professional trajectory. In this unique doctoral program, you will benefit from the collaboration of two esteemed colleges: the California School of Management and Leadership (CSML) and the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP). Our PhD in Organizational Leadership program is designed to see you graduate with a doctoral degree in as little as three years and gain the skills and experience to be an organizational leader in the current and future AI-leveraged era.

AI is rapidly evolving and our program trains you to be ahead of the curve by meeting the unique and evolving demands of a post-COVID, AI-driven world. Students are trained in the intricacies of AI-driven decision-making, predictive analysis, and data interpretation to ensure leadership in technologically advanced settings. The program emphasizes the understanding and application of AI, its integration with leadership roles, and how it can drive organizational success.

The doctoral program is offered online and at our San Diego campus, allowing you to choose the option that best fits your lifestyle. Both platforms include on-ground fieldwork each term. Doctoral candidates also benefit from our robust professional alumni network and cutting-edge, career-expanding programs. Each program is designed to help you stand out with unique, valuable resume-building experience for success in the corporate world and academia.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open
may 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 65 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 19,590 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Alliant International University - San Diego Campus

CAD 17,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Master’s Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Automatic Scholarship CSML Merit Scholarship Alliant International University Alumni Grant	Automatic Scholarship-The first 100 applicants before October 31, 2025, will qualify CSML Merit Scholarship-Students with a GPA of 3.3 or higher may be eligible Alliant International University Alumni Grant-Students who complete their master’s degree at Alliant and proceed to the MBA or DBA maybe eligible for this grant	Automatic Scholarship- $6,000 CSML Merit Scholarship-Up to $2,000 Alliant International University Alumni Grant-Up to $5,000

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.