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 Doctoral Program in K-12 Educational Administration
The doctoral program in K-12 Educational Administration provides advanced study and experience with the broad aim of preparing administrators at school and district levels in Michigan as well as nationally and internationally, policymakers at various levels of the educational system, and universitybased administrator educators and researchers. The program is integrated with the master's program, which includes core knowledge related to general administration and educational leadership functions. Entering students are expected to possess knowledge equivalent to that represented in the master's program, and to build on that knowledge in their doctoral study. Some students, then, may need to supplement the minimum requirements of the doctoral program with foundational coursework.
The specific objectives of the doctoral program are:
- To provide students with grounding in the conceptual underpinnings of the practice of Educational Administration.
- To provide students with a broad appreciation and understanding of educational systems in social historical, and normative perspective as one basis for the exercise of educational leadership.
- To provide opportunities to connect theoretical understanding to problems and contexts of practice through field-based experiences.
- To expand students' theoretical understanding of administrative practice through study of one or more disciplines related to Educational Administration.
- To convey inquiry skills useful to the practice of administration and to the conduct of research in this field.
The program of study consists of at least 61 post-M.A. semester hours of coursework distributed in four areas:
- The major field of educational leadership, which includes a selective and an internship
- Inquiry-related coursework and research practicum
- Related area coursework that may be organized by theme or discipline, and
- The dissertation
In addition, students take a preliminary comprehensive examination at the conclusion of their first year, and complete a comprehensive examination upon completion of approximately 80% of their coursework and their inquiry course.
Students who wish to be considered for fellowships must apply to the Ph.D. program by December 1 and all others must apply by February 28. For more information, see http://ed-web3.educ. msu.edu/ead/K-12/PHD.htm
Educational Specialist Degree Program in K-12 Educational Administration
The educational specialist degree program is beyond the master's degree. It is intended for school administrators who have earned a master's degree in educational administration and want to further their formal training. Educators who have the master's degree in other fields may select this degree to prepare themselves for leadership roles in local and intermediate school districts, state agencies, and related educational and governmental institutions. The program consists of at least 30 semester credit hours of graduate study beyond a graduate degree in an appropriate field. The coursework is distributed into four areas, including educational leadership, clinical and/or field studies, general professional education, and a related discipline. Students must pass a comprehensive examination.
Students who wish to be considered for admission to the Ed.S. program must apply by February 28. For more information, see http://ed-web3.educ.msu.edu/ead/K-12/Educspecialist.htm
Master's Degree Program in K-12 Educational Administration
The master's program in K-12 Educational Administration is the entry-level graduate degree for aspiring educational administrators in K-12 schools, in the central office, and at the school level, for classroom teachers and others interested in the practice of administration. Candidates take courses in educational administration and general professional study in education, including a culminating research course.
Candidates fulfill an internship and complete 15 elective credits connected to the student's professional and career needs, providing more in-depth study (e.g., school leadership, teacher leadership, business management, staff development, policy analysis, others), and approved by the student's academic advisor. These may be made up of courses within the K-12 program, courses within the Department of Educational Administration, courses outside the department, and field experiences or independent studies. Students complete a comprehensive examination. The program consists of a minimum of 30 semester credits.
Application deadline is June 1 for fall; November 1 for spring; and April 1 for summer. For more information, see http://ed-web3.educ.msu.edu/ead/K-12/MA.htm
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