About the School of Advanced Studies

Our Purpose

Prepare leaders who put scholarship to work as they improve their communities and build a legacy of learning.

Mission

The School of Advanced Studies develops doctoral leaders who conduct research as a foundation for creative action to influence policy and guide diverse organizations through effective decision-making.

Vision

To be recognized by peers, students and employers as the school of choice for leaders to earn a professional doctoral degree. We achieve this by:

• Creating a program structure that allows students to complete their program in the most efficient manner
• Providing students with the guidance necessary to focus on areas that are most relevant to their organizations and their personal development
• Increasing visibility of our brand, scholarship and research through publication in leading journals
• Sustaining a values-driven environment dedicated to the success of one another

We do this by living the University Core Values:

• Having a Passion for Learning
• Embracing Innovation
• Treating Others as We Would Like to be Treated
• Improving Society
• Acting with Integrity
• Empowering Excellence

To  learn more, visit our program webiste at: www.phoenix.edu/schoolofadvancedstudies