Program Overview

Educational Administration and Leadership Program

The Educational Administration and Leadership program is designed for K-12 Principals, Superintendents, and Special Education Directors. This program focuses on developing transformational leadership through various methods, including projects, research, case studies, scenarios, simulations, in-box activities, and field experiences.

Program Overview

The program is rigorous and experimental, with a focus on developing skills in reflective leadership, data-driven decision-making, quality assessments, and research-based strategies to improve student learning. Participants will also develop a professional portfolio based on national and state standards. The program has received approval from the Minnesota Board of School Administrators (BOSA).

Course Layout and Structure

The courses will be offered in a learning community format, providing educators with the opportunity to gain their degree or licensure close to home. Each Learning Community studies together for two academic years, meeting an equivalent of twenty times or ten-weekend meetings each year. The program utilizes group participation and exchanges between students and administration professionals.

Program Duration and Credit Load

The Educational Administration and Leadership program is designed as a five-semester program. Each semester, the course load ranges between one and ten credits to accommodate teachers' busy schedules. The program will begin with one weekend per month to earn it in under two years.

Curriculum and Course Descriptions

For more information on the curriculum, please refer to the course descriptions located in the academic catalog.

Administrative Licensure

To apply for an administrative license, please follow these steps:

• Review the requirements for licensure
• Complete the PELSB Administrative Licensure Application
• Mail all application materials to the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board

Administrative Licensure Renewal

Licensed MN School Administrators need to complete 125 CEUs in a five-year period. Approved CEU options are located at the Board of School Administrators website.

Program Details

• The program is designed for K-12 Principals, Superintendents, and Special Education Directors
• The program focuses on developing transformational leadership
• The program is offered in a learning community format
• The program duration is five semesters
• The course load ranges between one and ten credits per semester
• The program has received approval from the Minnesota Board of School Administrators (BOSA)