Justifying the Inclusion of Organizational Theory and Behavior (OTB) in PhD Programs in Educational Leadership and Policy (ELP)

Nwachukwu Prince Ololube *

Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Nigeria.

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.


Abstract

This literature focused on an emerging construct in justifying the inclusion of organizational theory and behavior (OTB) in PhD programs in educational leadership and policy (ELP), and comparing this construct in relation to the rationale for inclusion, key organizational theories and behaviors for leadership and policy, and the benefits of organizational theory and behavior to PhD graduates that share a common concern in the dimension of effective leadership and policy in organizations. Drawing broadly from the interconnections and intersections of the organization theory and behavior literature, I offer a justification about the qualifications and benefits of OTB in ELP programs. The study likewise identified the concerns and questions to be addressed in the future and discuss their implications for research, leadership and practice. The present review indicated that OTB remains largely beneficial by offering insights into the evolution, functioning, process, progress, and research opportunities for new discoveries in leadership and policymaking to improve organizational effectiveness. Effective integration of organizational theory and behavior enhances graduate outcomes and preparing them to handle organizational challenges as future leaders and policymakers.

Keywords: Inclusion, organizational theory, organizational behavior, PhD programs, educational leadership, policy, comprehensive knowledge, decision-making, strategic leadership, effectiveness, professional versatility


How to Cite

Ololube, N. P. (2024). Justifying the Inclusion of Organizational Theory and Behavior (OTB) in PhD Programs in Educational Leadership and Policy (ELP). Journal of Global Economics, Management and Business Research, 16(2), 45–62. https://doi.org/10.56557/jgembr/2024/v16i28959

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