Educational Administration and Leadership - Adult and Higher Education (M.A.)

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Admissions Information

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership - Adult and Higher Education Specialization

Master of Arts, Adult & Higher Education, Plan A (thesis): Total 32–34 credit hours

Major Area Coursework

AHED 701 - Adult Learning Theories 3 cr hrs
AHED 710 - Social Justice and Cultural Issues in Adult Education 3 cr hrs
AHED 720 - Principles of Postsecondary Education 3 cr hrs
AHED 752 - Organization and Administration in Higher Education 3 cr hrs
AHED Electives 6-15 cr hours (minimum 6 credits)
AHED 798 - Thesis (M.A.) 1 to 4 cr hrs (4 credit hours required)

Supporting Area Coursework

EDER 761 - Graduate Research & Design (C) 3 cr hrs
Supporting course work: 7-9 credit hours

Master of Arts, Adult & Higher Education, Plan B (non–thesis): Total 32 credit hours

Major Area Coursework

AHED 701 - Adult Learning Theories 3 cr hrs
AHED 710 - Social Justice and Cultural Issues in Adult Education 3 cr hrs
AHED 720 - Principles of Postsecondary Education 3 cr hrs
AHED 752 - Organization and Administration in Higher Education 3 cr hrs
AHED Electives (minimum 6 credits) 6-12 cr hours

Supporting Area Coursework

EDER 761 - Graduate Research & Design (C) 3 cr hrs
Electives 5-11 credit hours

Note:

Students have seven years from the time they are admitted to complete the requirements for their degree program.

Student Learning Outcomes

Use inquiry to identify problems and bring about solutions to complex problems. 
Model equity-oriented inclusive leadership, including challenging injustices within the system.
Acknowledge that every change is systemic change and lead people/institutions through the process.
Respect multiple perspectives and diversity of thought. 
Build strong partnerships through communication, presence, and mutually beneficial endeavors.
Inspire a shared mission and vision focused on the well-being and success of every member of the organization.

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If your learning placement course (internship, externship, clinical, rotation, practicum, independent study, study away, etc.) or your online course will be taken outside South Dakota, please reference the State Authorization webpage.

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