Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring DCM

OverviewWe designed this course for experienced coaches/mentors looking to deepen their knowledge, show commitment and contribute to the evidence base of the field.The Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring programme develops the capabilities needed to become a researcher and leader in the field and foster excellence in your practice. We will challenge you to build on your existing expertise and push the boundaries of your knowledge so you can:operate at the highest level in coaching, mentoring and personal developmentdevelop confidence in providing facilitation and consultancybe competent in researching the field.Our teaching staff have specific research interests in coaching and mentoring or related fields. We also invite specialists to provide further expert input.To complete your doctoral thesis, the course includes:doctoral thesis training (taught modules and workshops)design of original empirical researchprofessional expertise and scholarly inquiryThis is a part-time, distance learning course, delivered by the International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies.CareersStudents graduating from the Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring programme can expect to be recognised as experts in their field. This will enhance existing organisational and freelance careers and create employment opportunities or promotions.Students are encouraged to publish while on the course and after completion of the thesis. It is likely that you will continue to write for both the popular practitioner and academic press following your doctoral award. Several DCM alumni have published book chapters and books on their doctoral studies.There may be further career opportunities in academia and industry where the highest level of achievement is recognised and rewarded.

You should normally have at least two years of experience in a relevant professional area, along with a good Masters degree—usually at merit or distinction level—from a recognised university.