Research @ Institute Of Coaching

Welcome to the Institute of Coaching, where we are advancing the field of coaching through cutting-edge research and evidence-based practice. Conducting research projects on timely issues and trends in coaching

At IOC, We are committed to using rigorous scientific methods to address practical problems faced by coaches and their clients. From experimental research designs and longitudinal studies to qualitative analyses and case studies, our research endeavors are guided by a commitment to methodological rigor and scientific integrity.

By collaborating with coaches, organizations, and stakeholders, we ensure that our research is relevant, practical, and responsive to the needs of the coaching community.

An IOC-led team completed a two-year study of competencies specific to coaching physicians.
Our largest ever IOC research project, with $500k funding over four years by AceUp, is the exploration, defining, and measuring Human-Centered Leadership and Coaching.
IOC leaders and fellows studied the impact on leaders and coaching of the pandemic, leading to our seminal report