6.3 External Readers
If an external reader is required, the qualified external reader becomes a third member of the Dissertation Committee. The following standards apply to the selection of external readers.
The external reader must hold an earned research doctorate in the appropriate field of expertise.
The external reader must be a current or retired graduate faculty member at an accredited academic institution or hold equivalent status if the person is currently serving in a non-academic position.
An external reader should be used only when the content of the dissertation warrants the feedback of an outside expert. External readers should not be honorary roles for former mentors or colleagues.
The external reader must be approved by the Program Director. The student does not invite the external reader to serve as a consultant on the Dissertation Committee.
An external reader who serves as a member of the student's Dissertation Committee will be paid a $500 honorarium by the student at the completion of the dissertation. This honorarium is sent to the external reader through LBC|Capital with a letter of appreciation from the student. The honorarium is paid only to persons not employed by LBC|Capital.