WHRE Ph.D.: Comprehensive Work and Human Resource Education (WHRE) Specialization
Overview
The doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in work and human resource education with a specialization in comprehensive work and human resource education (WHRE) is administered by the Graduate School and offered by the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development (OLPD).
Who enrolls in this program?
Students whose focus is research expertise and specialization content
may apply for the doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in work and human
resource education with a specialization in comprehensive WHRE. Students combine study and related experiences to develop, apply,
analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the practices and problems of education
within these contexts; to asses the social, technological, cultural, and
psychological issues of this field; and to contribute to the research in the
field. The degree work is designed by the student and his or her adviser.
What will my program look like?
The Ph.D. requires 60 course credits and 24 thesis credits.
Contacts
For questions regarding the admissions process, admissions documents, or general information about the program contact:
Dr. Jeremy
Hernandez
Coordinator of graduate studies
Phone: 612-626-9377
Email: herna220@umn.edu
Specific questions regarding course content should be directed to the
program coordinator:
Dr. Shari Peterson
Coordinator, work and human resource education program
Phone: 612-624-4980
Email: peter007@umn.edu
Revised April 2012