University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Celebrates Dissertation Article Publication in Peer-Reviewed Journals

Dissertation to Publication Workshop support ushers multiple doctoral graduates into author status with articles in peer-reviewed journals

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies celebrates the success of doctoral students and graduates being published as a result of participating in the popular Dissertation to Publication workshop series, led by Mansureh Kebritchi, Ph.D., chair, Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR). Between April 2024 and April 2025, a total of 16 authors reported publishing 11 articles based on their doctoral dissertations at University of Phoenix. Overall, 194 authors have reported publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals with the support of the Dissertation to Publication workshop.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of 194 University of Phoenix authors who published their articles in peer-reviewed journals,” states Kebritchi. “With years of research and dedication informing a scholar’s dissertation development, achieving publication ensures the longevity of their work and knowledge contribution to communities of practice.”

The Dissertation to Publication Workshop is a four-month web-based workshop that teaches the art of developing a publishable manuscript based on a dissertation and supports the participants in submitting their manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals. The workshop focuses on the process and the finished product – a publishable manuscript. The Dissertation to Publication Workshop is offered in winter and fall semesters. Participants can register in January and August through the College of Doctoral Studies.

Publications reported in April 2024 to April 2025 as a result of the Workshop participation include:

• Bond, M. C. (2024), A quantitative analysis of cosmeceuticals: business service quality and client satisfaction. Management Matters, 21(1). 54-77. https://doi.org/10.1108/MANM-01-2024-0003
• Johnson, M. M. (2024). Guidelines for non-profit organization governance in cyber resilience. Cyber Security: A Peer-Reviewed Journal, 8(2). https://doi.org/10.69554/HQQA9393.
• Kitchingham, C., Sienrukos, J., Reynolds, V.L. (2025). The importance of restorative leadership practices in organizations: A Delphi study. Journal of Behavioral Studies in Business, 15, 1-20. https://www.aabri.com/manuscripts/253915.pdf
• Gonzales, R., Rice, D., & Bosch, S. A. (2024). Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps policies regarding professional development. Journal of Infrastructure, Policy, and Development, 13(8). https://doi.org/10.24294/jipd7958
• LaFontaine, A. (2024). One element of the emergency department nurse burnout epidemic – who can help? Based on a qualitative exploratory case study. International Journal of Healthcare Management, 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1080/20479700.2024.2405324
• Sternberg, J. (2024). Development of nurses’ critical thinking skills: Implications for clinical practice. Management in Healthcare, 9(2), 159-172. https://www.ingentaconnect.com/contentone/hsp/mih/2024/00000009/00000002/art00006
• Toombs, J. (2024). Pandemic business continuity planning. Journal of Behavioral Studies in Business, 14. https://www.aabri.com/manuscripts/243823.pdf

Authors are counted per publication. Some articles were co-authored by University of Phoenix doctoral graduates and their dissertation committees. The accumulated list only includes the publications that were reported by the authors and there may be additional publications developed at the workshop that were not shared by the authors.

A complete list of published articles based on doctoral dissertations completed at University of Phoenix is available here.

About the College of Doctoral Studies

University of Phoenix’s College of Doctoral Studies focuses on today’s challenging business and organizational needs, from addressing critical social issues to developing solutions to accelerate community building and industry growth. The College’s research program is built around the Scholar, Practitioner, Leader Model which puts students in the center of the Doctoral Education Ecosystem® with experts, resources and tools to help prepare them to be a leader in their organization, industry and community. Through this program, students and researchers work with organizations to conduct research that can be applied in the workplace in real time.

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