School Leadership

DEGREE: MASTER OF ARTS 30 hours

Program Objectives

This program prepares educators for administrative responsibility. This program is designed to help the student

promote the success of all students through developing and implementing a shared vision of learning and programs, which support this learning
develop basic skills in management of the organization, operations, and resources for a safe, efficient and effective learning environment
collaborate with staff, boards, students, families and community members in response to diverse educational and community interests and needs, and mobilizes community resources
demonstrate integrity, fairness and ethical behavior to help in the development of a caring and moral school community
understand and respond to the larger political, social, economical, legal and cultural context

Students who complete this program and have at least two years of teaching experience in a state-recognized school are eligible for the Illinois State Administrative Certificate (Type 75). Application for this endorsement is made through the Office of the Registrar following graduation.

Degree Requirements

Two years of successful teaching experience
Completion of the School Leadership coursework
Portfolio and oral defense

Note: While not a degree requirement, candidates seeking this degree will not be considered program completers until they have passed the mandated state certification test(s).

Areas of Study