Social Work Doctorate Program – DSW
Advance your career with a fully online, part-time Doctor of Social Work designed for organizational and executive leadership. Developed in partnership with the Gies College of Business, the Illinois DSW equips experienced social workers with the executive leadership, business, strategic management, and financial decision-making skills needed to lead mission-driven organizations in a rapidly changing landscape.
Leading the Organizations Behind the Work: Preparing Executive Leaders for Today’s Mission Driven Sector
A New Approach to Leadership Education
The Illinois DSW is the only Doctor of Social Work program designed exclusively to develop leadership and administrative expertise for today’s complex organizations. Public, nonprofit, and healthcare organizations are navigating unprecedented change, from workforce shortages and financial pressures to evolving technologies and increasing organizational complexity. Success requires leaders who can think strategically, guide teams through change, and make informed decisions that strengthen their organizations and their surrounding communities. The Illinois DSW prepares experienced social workers to meet those challenges with confidence while expanding their influence across the sectors they serve.
A Partnership That Sets Illinois Apart
Few Doctor of Social Work programs offer what Illinois does: a true partnership with one of the nation’s top ranked business schools. Through our collaboration with the University of Illinois Gies College of Business, you’ll develop the executive leadership, finance, and strategic management capabilities to guide your organization through today’s most complex challenges. Designed for working professionals, you’ll immediately apply what you learn, strengthening your leadership skills while advancing your career.
