Northcentral University

Dr. Leila Sopko brought her diverse career in government, business and education to Northcentral University in 2016 to serve as Assistant Dean for the dissertation faculty, and a professor, in the School of Business. "At NCU, I work with dissertation faculty and students. This is the last and most important task for a student before receiving a doctoral degree," said Dr. Sopko. She knows all about that process having earned her own PhD in Applied Management and Decision Sciences with a specialization in learning management, from Walden University. She also earned a dual MBA in eBusiness and Knowledge and Learning Management from Walden University. Before entering the education world, Dr. Sopko worked with the U.S. Department of the Interior, Pulte Homes Inc., Chicago Title, and as an entrepreneur. She has taught management, leadership and organizational change at Argosy University, Trident University International, and Front Range Community College. On the administration side of education, Dr. Sopko has served as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer, Department Chair of Graduate and Undergraduate Business, and in many dissertation committee roles. "NCU stands out from the other universities with its exceptional student focus and one-to-one learning model," Dr. Sopko said. Having worked at, and been a student at, online universities, Dr. Sopko is a fan of the one-to-one model, especially the way it is implemented at NCU. "In many cases, today's adult learners need an online option to begin and accomplish their education goals," she said. "NCU's online graduate degrees are extremely flexible for the adult, professional learner." OUR PROFESSORS EMBRACE ONE-TO-ONE TEACHING THROUGH ENGAGEMENT Leila Sopko PhD 22

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