Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: ABSTRACT In an era marked by rapid change and complex challenges, the demand for effective leadership has never been more critical. This manuscript explores the transformative impact of doctoral-level education on leadership effectiveness across various sectors, including healthcare and education. Through a comprehensive review of recent literature, this study examines how advanced scholarship fosters critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and strategic insight, which are essential traits for successful leadership. The methodology involves a systematic review of peer-reviewed articles, books, and other scholarly resources published within the past decade, utilizing databases such as PubMed, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and Google Scholar. The findings reveal that doctoral education significantly enhances leadership capabilities, particularly in areas such as transformational leadership, ethical leadership, and emotional intelligence. The discussion highlights the implications of these findings for leadership development programs and offers recommendations for future research. This study underscores the importance of advanced education in cultivating visionary leaders who can drive meaningful change in their respective fields.
Author: James R Kilgore
Institution: University of Lynchburg
Language: English
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4414810921
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