Master of Education, Higher Education Administration concentration
Overview
Now offered in hybrid format at Northeastern's Charlotte campus.
Due to advances in e-learning and increasing student enrollments, the need for capable and effective school administrators has never been greater. In addition to providing solid guidance and direction, they must work to meet the needs of faculty, student, and parents alike. In response, the College of Professional Studies offers a Master of Education program with a concentration in higher education administration.
This innovative master’s degree program explores complex industry issues such as student demographics, financial concerns, legal and policy requirements, technology, and competitive forces.
Program Objectives
- Examine the need for new educational models
- Assess the structure, governance, and operations of institutions of higher education, as well as the roles and functions of various administrative positions and offices
- Review collaborative approaches to developing and improving curriculum development and delivery
- Explore the legal issues that impact institutions of higher education, including regulations concerning privacy, reporting, admissions, and financial aid practices
- Examine real-world case studies to gain a better understanding of institution’s best practices
- Identify specific strategies and approaches for building inquiry and application pools, improving retention, targeting specific populations, and positioning the institution in the market
- Analyze the latest trends and technology in distance education
Curriculum
Attention students enrolled before winter 2012: download your curriculum here. |
Total Quarter Hours: 45 q.h. (effective for students starting in winter 2012)
Required Core Courses (15 q.h.)
| EDU 6054 | Emerging Trends in Education | 4 q.h. |
Choose one of the following courses:
| EDU 6051 | Race and Ethnicity in Education | 4 q.h. |
| EDU 6055 | Socio-Cultural Context of Learning and Development | 4 q.h. |
Choose one of the following courses:
| EDU 6320 | New Technologies and Emerging Trends for Distance Learning | 3 q.h. |
| EDU 6325 | Teaching Strategies in E-Learning | 3 q.h. |
Choose one of the following courses:
| GST 6410 | Global Focus: Education and Information Technology | 4 q.h. |
| EDU 6445 | Internationalization at Home: Concept and Application | 4 q.h. |
Required Higher Education Administration Specialty Courses (16 q.h.)
| EDU 6200 | Management of Higher Education Institutions | 3 q.h. |
| EDU 6210 | Faculty: Evolving Roles | 3 q.h. |
| EDU 6215 | Higher Education Law | 3 q.h. |
| EDU 6220 | Retention and Enrollment Strategies | 3 q.h. |
| EDU 6225 | Cases in Higher Education Administration: Capstone* | 4 q.h. |
Elective Courses (14 q.h.)
| LDR 6100 | Developing Your Leadership Capability | 3 q.h. |
| LDR 6110 | Leading Teams | 3 q.h. |
| LDR 6125 | Managing Organizational Culture | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 6060 | Negotiation, Mediation, and Facilitation | 3 q.h. |
| HRM 6020 | Strategic Recruitment, Training, and Performance | 3 q.h. |
| EDU 6437 | Assessment and Student Learning | 4 q.h. |
| EDU 6465 | Creative and Critical Thinking | 4 q.h. |
| EDU 6520 | Learning and the Brain: Translating Research into Practice | 4 q.h. |
| COP 6940 | Personal and Career Development | 3 q.h. |
Total Quarter Hours: 45 q.h.
Tuition rates, all fees, rules and regulations, courses, and course content are subject to revision by the president and the Board of Trustees at any time.
*This course should be taken during the last third of your program.
Admissions Requirements
Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words): identifying your educational goals and expectations from the program; please be aware that the University's academic policy on plagiarism applies to applicant's statement of purpose
- Professional resume: current resume that displays job responsibilities, relevant experience, and education history
- Two letters of recommendation: from individual(s) with either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities, such as a faculty member, current employer, mentor, or colleague
- Official undergraduate degree documentation
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Graduate Admissions.
Tuition
Estimated total tuition for this program is $19,755.00.
Tuition for individual courses is based on the number of quarter hours. Most courses are 3-6 quarter hours. See Graduate Tuition Rates for details.
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Please note: The estimated total tuition is based on tuition rates for Academic Year 2011-12 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.
Student Profile
Who Will Your Classmates Be?
This master’s degree program is designed for entry to mid-career professionals who are employed in institutions of higher learning, not-for-profit or for-profit organizations, or work for accrediting agencies, consulting and publishing houses, or other organizations that serve higher and tertiary education.
Students may work in admissions, student services, study abroad division, public relations, marketing, institutional advancement, alumni affairs, or financial aid, or hold titles such as: department manager, administrator, information technologist, instructional designer, program manager, editor, consultant, librarian, policy analyst, or budget analyst/coordinator.
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Lisa P.Master of Education, Higher Education Administration, Class of 2011 |
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Why she chose to study at Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies: "The MED program at the College of Professional Studies allowed me the opportunity to complete my program while maintaining my full-time job. The flexibility in the curriculum was great and really allowed me to get what I wanted out of the program." |
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On how this degree will impact her professionally: "From day one of class I was able to apply the materials in my current position. Now, I feel equipped with the tools I need to pursue a leadership position in higher education." |
Margaret L.
Master of Education, Higher Education Administration, Class of 2011
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Why she chose to study at Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies: "As a Northeastern alumni, completing my MED through the College of Professional Studies was the perfect way to get a great education while getting to work on campus and stay true to my husky roots." |
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About her favorite class: "My favorite MED class was our capstone course that allowed us to create an educational program ad, something I will be using in my current position." |
Career Outlook
Put Your Career to Work
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in education administration are projected to be excellent due to a large number of expected retirements and fewer applicants for some positions. Recent graduates of this program have been promoted or taken new positions with the following titles:
- Loan officer
- Academic coordinator
- Director of admissions
- Consultant
- Senior director of strategic marketing
- Head instructor
- Assistant dean of admissions
- Education entrepreneur
- Director of student services and support
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