The master's degree program in P–12 educational leadership is designed to prepare individuals for leadership positions in schools, school districts, and early childhood centers. The program is open to classroom teachers and noneducators who are interested in the practice or teaching of educational administration. Students who successfully complete this program can be recommended for building-level administrator certification from the state of Michigan.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the university and of the College of Education, students must meet the requirements specified below.
Requirements for the Master of Arts Degree in P-12 Educational Leadership
The program is available only under Plan B (without thesis). The student must complete 30 credits.
- 1. All of the following courses (21 credits):
- EAD 806 Evolving Practice of School Leaders (3)
- EAD 811 Data-Informed Instructional Leadership (3)
- EAD 812 Leading Continuous Improvement in Schools (3)
- EAD 820 School Leadership Internship (3)
- EAD 822 Engaging Diverse Students, Families, and Communities (3)
- EAD 852 The School Principalship (3)
- EAD 853 Education Finance and Policy (3)
- 2. A minimum of 9 credits in areas of professional interest and approved by the student’s advisor.
- 3. Pass a final certifying examination, embedded in EAD 812.