Educational Leadership & Administration
Master of Arts in Leadership and Administration
Preparing K-12 Administrators
Leaders in education today are dealing with rapidly changing environments, are managing diverse points of view and are constantly being asked to do more with less. Education leaders need to also be able to collaborate with others to develop sound polices, listen well to diverse points of view and think critically while acting ethically.
Through this program, you will develop a strong foundation and understanding of leadership in education. These skills will help you analyze and implement sound administrative policy, create successful strategies for change and put into service leading practices for the day-to-day needs of your schools.
The St. Thomas Difference
This program prepares educational professionals to be leaders within their school districts. It can be the first step in your plan to earn principal or superintendent licensure in Minnesota. Through collaboration with the University of Wisconsin – River Falls, you can also earn licensure in Wisconsin.
By earning this degree you will:
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Discover the foundations of leadership and leadership theory.
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Gain knowledge of content related to administrative practice in education.
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Understand organizational theory related to school administration.
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Develop skills to analyze and implement administrative policy.
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Enhance your leadership skills.
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Use research skills for program planning, policy analysis and evaluation.
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Be prepared to continue on for your administrative licensure.
