MS in Higher Education, Higher Education Leadership and Administration
School of Public Service and Education
The master’s Higher Education Leadership and Administration specialization integrates current, recognized theory and best practices with practical application. Learners pursue a specific concentration within their program, engaging in a curriculum that focuses on history, politics and public policy, law and governance, finance and development, and program administration. Successful graduates of this specialization are prepared to pursue leadership positions at community colleges; universities; or other public, private, or for-profit postsecondary educational institutions. These specialization requirements are not designed or intended to meet professional licensure requirements for the education profession.
Higher Education Program Administration concentration
The Higher Education Program Administration concentration is designed for learners who desire flexibility in their higher education careers. Learners are introduced to the major divisions of higher education institutions and to related topics including law and internal governance. In addition, learners apply theory to common, practical challenges faced by leaders in higher education. These concentration requirements are not designed or intended to meet professional licensure requirements for the education profession.
Core courses
| ED5010 | Foundations of Master's Studies in Education | 4 |
| ED5006 | Survey of Research Methodology | 4 |
| ED5012 | Overview of Higher Education | 4 |
| ED5016 | Foundations of Higher Education Assessment and Evaluation | 4 |
Specialization courses
| ED5570 | History, Issues, and Trends in Higher Education | 4 |
| ED5572 | Politics and Public Policy in Higher Education | 4 |
| ED5574 | Financial Management and Institutional Development | 4 |
| ED5890 | Higher Education Leadership and Administration Capstone | 4 |
| ED6504 | Leadership in Higher Education | 4 |
Higher Education Program Administration concentration courses
| ED6572 | Organization and Functions of Higher Education Programs | 4 |
| ED6574 | Law and Governance in Higher Education | 4 |
| ED6576 | Higher Education Program Administration | 4 |
Total
At least 48 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
This specialization is not designed to lead to license, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. Contact your school district for a determination on qualifications for salary advancement.