Why ODU for Human Resource Training?

Businesses need highly-trained professionals to stay competitive. To train their employees, industry leaders need experts in instructional design, delivery, and assessment.

With ODU's online doctoral program, you can prepare for leadership in business, industry, and government training.

Association for Talent Development Standards and the International Society for Performance Improvement Standards are developed through this degree.

When you graduate, you will earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Education with a concentration in Workforce and Organizational Development and a focus in Human Resources - Training.

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Ranked
#8

Best Online Human Resources Doctorate, 2025 - Intelligent.com

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Most Affordable Online Doctoral Degrees, 2023 - OnlineU.com

Program Information

Minimum
60 Credit Hours

You will complete core courses in research and workforce and organizational development, electives, an emphasis in human resources training, and a dissertation.

Two 2-week Summer Institutes at main campus in Norfolk, VA, are required.

Explore Course Details in the Graduate Catalog

Attend class online on a regular schedule and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

This program requires students to attend two 2-week Summer Institutes at ODU's main campus in Norfolk, Virginia.

Minimum
60 Credit Hours

You will complete core courses in research and workforce and organizational development, electives, an emphasis in human resources training, and a dissertation.

Two 2-week Summer Institutes at main campus in Norfolk, VA, are required.

Explore Course Details in the Graduate Catalog

Attend class online on a regular schedule and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

This program requires students to attend two 2-week Summer Institutes at ODU's main campus in Norfolk, Virginia.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$486 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$649 per credit hour

Virginia Public School educators may be eligible for a tuition discount of 25% per credit hour. Contact us for more details.

Rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarships & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

Learn more about our scholarships

Careers in Human Resource Training

Our graduates work as training and development specialists, HR managers, organizational development consultants, and workforce educators, helping businesses enhance employee skills and performance in roles such as:

  • Higher Education Faculty
  • Instructional Designer
  • Human Resource Trainer
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Distance Education Specialist
  • Workforce Developer/Trainer
  • Administrator/Director

Note for students in Washington State from the Student Achievement Council: "This program is not intended to lead to teacher certification. Teachers are advised to contact their individual school districts as to whether this program may qualify for teacher advancement."

Human Resources Managers
Growth
6.5%
Median Salary
$136,350
Training and Development Managers
Growth
7.3%
Median Salary
$125,040
Instructional Coordinators
Growth
1.8%
Median Salary
$74,620
Management Analysts
Growth
10.6%
Median Salary
$99,410

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker
Angel Baker
Applications Coordinator
globalgradadmit@odu.edu
Angela Schlender
Angela Schlender
Applications Coordinator
globalgradadmit@odu.edu

Ready to Apply?

To be considered for admission to this PhD in Education program, you will need to:

  • be admitted to ODU as a degree-seeking graduate student
  • have a master's degree in a field related to occupational and technical studies
  • provide GRE scores

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You may be able to take up to four courses (12 credit hours) as a non-degree graduate student, before you are accepted into a specific degree program. 

Please contact us to discuss this option with an expert advisor.

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