Doctor of Human Resources and Religious Studies
- 100% Online (Optional)
- 30 Credit
- Intensive Courses
The Doctor of Human Resources and Religious Studies (D.H.R.R.S.) is a 30-credit advanced doctoral program designed for senior human resource executives, organizational leaders, consultants, and administrators.
The program equips candidates with cutting-edge expertise in strategic human resource leadership, organizational development, workforce policy, talent strategy, ethics, and applied research. Students develop the skills to address complex workforce challenges, drive organizational transformation, and lead institutions effectively in dynamic, multicultural, and values-driven environments.
The curriculum emphasizes strategic decision-making, evidence-based human capital management, and research that contributes to both academic knowledge and real-world improvements in organizational leadership, employee engagement, workplace ethics, and overall performance excellence.
Overview
This program is offered 100% online (optional), anytime and anywhere, complete you studies from the comfort of your home. All intensive courses are completed 100% online (optional) with a one month format courses.
Students can enroll any day of the week in one-month-intensive-courses and the course ends within 30 days from the enrollment date.
All intensive courses contains reading content and a final exam or a final research based paper.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Doctor of Human Resources and Religious Studies (D.H.R.R.S.) program will be uniquely prepared for senior executive and strategic leadership roles across corporations, faith-based institutions, nonprofit organizations, academia, and consulting sectors.
Executive Human Resource Leadership
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
Vice President of Human Resources
Global Director of Talent Strategy
Executive Director of Organizational Development
Director of Workforce Transformation
Chief People and Culture Officer
Organizational Leadership & Strategy
Senior Organizational Development Consultant
Corporate Strategy and Human Capital Advisor
Director of Leadership Development Programs
Enterprise Change Management Executive
Ethics and Governance Director
Education & Research
Professor or Lecturer in Human Resource Management, Leadership, or Organizational Studies
Dean or Director of Human Capital or Leadership Programs
Researcher in Workforce Policy, Organizational Behavior, or Workplace Ethics
Academic Program Developer in HR and Leadership Studies
Nonprofit & Faith-Based Sector
Executive Director of Faith-Based or Values-Driven Organizations
Human Capital Director for Nonprofit Institutions
Organizational Leadership Advisor for Community-Based Organizations
Director of Ethics, Culture, and Organizational Integrity
Consulting & Policy Development
Senior Human Resource Strategy Consultant
Workforce Policy Advisor
Organizational Performance and Culture Specialist
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Executive Leader
Senior Advisor for Ethics, Governance, and Human Capital Strategy
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Doctor of Human Resources and Religious Studies (D.H.R.R.S.) program will be able to:
Executive Human Resource Leadership
Lead complex organizations, human capital systems, and workforce initiatives with strategic vision, ethical decision-making, and operational excellence.
Demonstrate cultural competence and executive-level leadership across diverse, multicultural, and values-driven organizational environments.
Apply advanced human resource leadership principles to drive organizational performance, employee engagement, and sustainable workplace culture.
Strategic and Administrative Excellence
Design and implement comprehensive human capital strategies that align organizational mission, vision, and long-term objectives.
Apply advanced financial, workforce planning, and resource management practices within corporate, nonprofit, and faith-informed institutions.
Lead multidisciplinary teams with accountability, emotional intelligence, and effective change management expertise.
Innovation and Organizational Impact
Employ data-driven workforce analytics and evidence-based human resource practices to improve organizational effectiveness and talent outcomes.
Utilize innovative leadership models and organizational development strategies to enhance employee performance and institutional growth.
Foster collaboration across departments, executive leadership teams, and community stakeholders to maximize organizational and social impact.
Scholarly and Applied Research
Conduct advanced research in human resource leadership, organizational behavior, workforce policy, ethics, and religious studies.
Develop and complete a doctoral dissertation or applied research project that addresses a complex real-world challenge in human capital management, organizational leadership, or ethical governance.
Transfer Credits to Exodus University
Exodus University is dedicated to saving you time and money by providing easy and fair transfer evaluation for eligible course credit.
Students can transfer to Exodus University up to 75% of credits into a Doctoral degree for courses with a grade of C- or higher are generally transferrable.
Admission Requirements
Featured Courses
| General Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics for Organizational Research | 3 | DHRR 601 |
| Ethics and Governance in Human Resources | 3 | DHRR 602 |
| Global Workforce Perspectives and Society | 3 | DHRR 603 |
| Operational Research in Human Capital Management | 3 | DHRR 604 |
| Executive Leadership in Human Resource Administration | 3 | DHRR 605 |
| Advanced Organizational Management | 3 | DHRR 606 |
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | DHRR 607 |
| Philosophy, Ethics, and Workplace Integrity | 3 | DHRR 608 |
| Professional Development and Executive Character | 3 | DHRR 609 |
| Strategic Human Capital Management | 3 | DHRR 610 |
| Religious Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | RELI 711 |
| Christian Apologetics | 3 | RELI 712 |
| The Old Testament | 3 | RELI 713 |
| World Religions | 3 | RELI 714 |
Religion (select one)
| 3 | RELI 715 |
| Hermeneutics | 3 | RELI 716 |
| Research Courses (Choose any 2 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus | 3 | DISS 790 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | DISS 791 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | DISS 792 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | DISS 793 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | DISS 794 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | DISS 795 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | DISS 799 |
| Graduation | 3 | GRAD 800 |
Courses
Credits Courses
3 Introduction to Online Learning
Credits Courses
3 An Introduction to the Bible
3 Biblical Foundation of Ethics
Credits Courses
3 Dissertation Prospectus
3 Dissertation I
3 Dissertation II
3 Dissertation III
3 Dissertation IV
3 Dissertation V
3 Dissertation Defense
Courses
| General Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | EXOD 501 |
| Bible Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| An Introduction to the Bible | 3 | EXOD 511 |
| Specialization Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Foundation of Ethics | 3 | EXOD 513 |
| Research Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus | 3 | EXOD 901 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | EXOD 902 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | EXOD 903 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | EXOD 904 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | EXOD 905 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | EXOD 906 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | EXOD 907 |
Career opportunities
Doctoral Tuition
Tuition & Fees
Doctoral Programs
The basic costs listed here reflect the average total and are intended to be a planning guide for new students and their parents. As applicable, tuition, costs, and fees are subject to change without notice.
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Tuition Costs - Domestic
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How to Apply?
- You Apply
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- We Connect
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- You Get Ready
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