M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Leadership Studies Concentration

The leadership studies concentration of the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership is a 30-credit-hour program for individuals pursuing educational leadership roles. Through a highly individualized program, students explore essential leadership theory and practice through participation in a rigorous core course of study emphasizing equity and social justice, complemented by individualized course options. The program includes 15 credit hours in required courses and 15 credit hours in a concentrated series of interdisciplinary electives chosen with the approval of the student’s adviser.

Designed for working professionals, this program can be completed in as little as 16 months. Applicants are expected to have at least two years of experience in an educational setting.

This program offers:

• 15 credit hours in required courses that provide core knowledge and skills essential to effective leadership
• 15 credit hours in a concentrated series of electives tailored to your interests in leadership (chosen with advisor approval)
• Field-based learning experiences
• Access to experienced faculty and instructor practitioners

Curriculum requirements

Required courses

• ADMS 618 - Leadership for Educational Change and Improvement
• ADMS 622 - Understanding Diversity and Leading for Social Justice
• ADMS 630 - Understanding and Engaging School Communities
• ADMS 633 - Multiple Dimensions of Leadership
• EDUS 660 - Research Methods in Education

Electives

Any planned, concentrated series of courses from ADLT, ADMS, EDUS, PADM, SEDP, and TEDU designed by a student or student group and adviser to meet the needs of the student or student group.

Total Hours: 30

The minimum number of graduate credit hours required for this degree is 30.

Draft Program Course Progression

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Leadership Studies Concentration

Part-Time (30 Credit Hours: 15 EDLP Required, 15 Approved Electives)

Fall - Year 1:

• ADMS 633: Multiple Dimensions of Leadership (3)
• Elective (3)*

Spring - Year 1:

• Elective (3)*
• Elective (3)*

Summer - Year 1:

• ADMS 618: Leadership for Educational Change and Improvement (3)
• EDUS 660: Educational Research Methods (3)

Fall - Year 2

• ADMS 622: Understanding Diversity and Leading for Social Justice (3)
• Elective (3)*

Spring - Year 2

• ADMS 630: Understanding and Engaging Communities (3)
• Elective (3)*
• Graduate (May)

*For M.Ed. Leadership Studies Concentration: Electives must be at the 500 level or higher. If a 500-level course is selected, the course description must indicate that it is a graduate-level course. Courses starting with the prefix ADLT, EDUS, ADMS, PADM, or TEDU are automatically approved. Requests for any other courses must be approved in advance by the advisor.

Please keep in mind exact course requirements may vary so consult your adviser or the program coordinator with any questions.

Educational leadership core outcomes

1. Leverage practices of critical inquiry in promotion of equitable educational environments
2. Apply leadership skills that engage internal and external communities in mutually beneficial ways

Leadership studies concentration-specific outcome

1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and skills in a leadership studies area congruent with current or projected career goals