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Feb 22, 2025
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2024-2025 University Catalog
Higher Education Leadership, MS
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Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership
Normal Time to Completion: 22 Months
This program is offered online.
The Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership is a specialized degree program. Students will participate in coursework designed to prepare them to respond to the challenges faced by professionals in the field of higher education administration. Core coursework will explore leadership and change management theory; analysis of demographic trends; assessment and evaluation practices; exploring the delivery of all aspects of student services; and solving problems of practice. Following the core, students will select a four-course concentration in either Student Affairs or Administration. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate mastery of educational research, planning, methodology, and design as they work towards the completion of an action research project in the capstone courses.
The Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership degree is not designed to fulfill the educational requirements for any educational credential, such as a state teacher's license or TESOL certification. Post University assists in researching and providing information regarding licensure; however, each state has different requirements for such licensure outside of the required education. Such state requirements may include licensure exams, background checks, certain work experience, and more. It is ultimately the responsibility of each student to manage their own licensure process and to ensure that all requirements are met in order for the student to obtain licensure. Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body and does not guarantee licensure. Requirements for licensure are subject to change without notice. Learn about teaching certification requirements through the state departments of education: https://www2.ed.gov/about/contacts/state/index.html.
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership Outcomes
- Prepare - Students will be able to evaluate, analyze, and propose educational solutions supported by history, philosophy, and research around higher education theories, policies, and laws.
- Apply - Students will be able to integrate ethical standards, cultural competency, and organizational context in the application of effective solutions to professional problems of practice in higher education.
- Adapt - Students will be able to formulate new approaches designed to shape and govern contemporary practices in higher education.
- Lead - Students will be able to apply strategic planning, decision-making, and problem-solving skills for leadership roles in diverse educational environments.
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Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership Core Courses: 12 Required Credits
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership Concentration Courses: 12 Required Credits
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership Capstone: 9 Required Credits
Total Program: 33 Required Credits
Administrative Leadership Concentration
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership with a Concentration in Administrative Leadership The Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership with a concentration in Academic Affairs is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to serve as leaders and administrators in academic affairs. Students will develop foundational knowledge in the following areas: policy, politics, and pressing issues; leadership in administrative services; organizational structure and governance; and, the role of faculty in post-secondary education. Higher Education Leadership with a Concentration in Administrative Leadership Outcomes - Students will identify, analyze, evaluate, and apply effective leadership approaches in the professional practice of higher education administration.
- Students will explain and apply the policies and laws that shape and govern contemporary higher education practices.
- Students will describe and discuss processes of institutional decision making with a focus on interpreting the roles and influences of various stakeholders.
- Students compare the changing roles of faculty in post-secondary education.
Concentration in Administrative Leadership: 12 Required Credits
Student Affairs Concentration
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership with a Concentration in Student Affairs The Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership with a concentration in Student Affairs is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to serve as leaders and administrators in student affairs. Students will develop foundational knowledge in the following areas: the adult learner, multiculturalism, student leadership development, and law and ethics. Higher Education Leadership with a Concentration in Student Affairs Concentration Outcomes - Students will define and describe the various functions of student affairs professionals and the impact of current issues on professional practices.
- Students will integrate key student development and leadership approaches into student affairs practices.
- Students will examine, discuss, and integrate foundational concepts and theories of working with diverse student populations into professional practices.
- Students will relate the concepts of equity, bias, and ethical decision-making to the laws that govern higher education practices.
Concentration in Student Affairs: 12 Required Credits
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