Iowa State University Master's of Higher Education
http://www.public.iastate.edu/~catalog/2009-2011/courses/hged.html
Graduate Courses |500 |600 |
Frankie Laanan, Program Coordinator
Degrees Higher Education offers work for the master of science degree with thesis and master of education degree (non-thesis) and a specialization in higher education, as well as postgraduate professional development. A community college leadership certificate program and a community college teaching and learning certificate program are also offered.
The Master's Program in Higher Education
EmphasisThe Higher Education program provides graduate instruction and leadership development in community college education, student affairs practice, institutional research, post-secondary curriculum, and higher education administration.
PrerequisitesPrerequisite to major graduate work in educational leadership is completion of an undergraduate degree with coursework appropriate to the planned specialization, and evidence that the student ranks above average in scholastic achievement and promise of professional competence.
Learning OpportunitiesMaster's students in Higher Education will complete courses, practical experiences, and independent research or a culminating experience that will enable them to serve as leaders in various educational settings.
CareersMaster's students in Higher Education are prepared for entry level positions in student affairs administration, general institutional administration, teaching positions in community colleges, and support positions in post-secondary settings.
OutcomesGraduates of the Master's Program in Higher Education with a specialization in student affairs will demonstrate leadership in student affairs settings. By the time of graduation, students will possess the necessary skills and knowledge to:
•Demonstrate effective oral communication.
•Effectively communicate in writing.
•Work effectively with a diverse student population.
•Employ interventions designed to facilitate the development and learning of college students.
•Create, design, and implement programs and interventions.
•Effectively advise students individually and in groups.
•Organize and administrate student services in post-secondary settings.
•Conduct basic assessment, evaluation, and research.
Graduates of the Master's Program in Higher Education with a specialization in community college teaching and learning will possess teaching and learning leadership skills. By the time of graduation students will possess the necessary skills and knowledge to:
•Facilitate college student learning.
•Employ pedagogical techniques.
•Demonstrate a clear understanding of the foundations of education, grounding their work in theory and Philosophy.
•Use technology effectively in learning and organizational processes.
•Articulate the concepts, theories and practices related to the content of higher education as emphasized in their course work.
•Develop curriculum.
•Assess student learning.
•Understand the Philosophy, organization, functions, and current issues of community colleges.
Graduates of the Master's Program in Higher Education with a specialization in community college administration will demonstrate leadership in community college settings. By the time of graduation, students will possess the necessary skills and knowledge to:
•Create positive environments for community college students.
•Perform administrative functions in community college settings.
•Assist community college students with the academic and personal issues they face.
•Develop effective teaching and learning strategies.
•Work effectively with diverse student populations.
•Shape community college curricula.