Master of Science in Education-School Administration and Leadership

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The program of study follows the specifications outlined in the MSE curriculum. However, the cluster of classes that meets the requirements for advanced instruction, curriculum theory, human development, and social foundations also meets the coursework requirements for licensure as a P-12 building level administrator in Indiana. If a student already has a master’s degree, the 24-hour cluster may be completed as a non-degree student to obtain the license.

Required courses (24 hours)

The program of study is listed below. Please note all coursework for licensure must be completed at USI.

EDUC 681 - Foundations of Principalship Credits: 3 (SF)
EDUC 682 - Issues in Educational Leadership Credits: 3 (SF)
EDUC 683 - Leadership in the Principalship Credits: 3 (AI)
EDUC 684 - Legal Aspects of School Administration Credits: 3 (AI)
EDUC 685 - Curriculum and Learning for Educational Leaders Credits: 3 (CT)
EDUC 686 - Management of Human Resources in the Principalship Credits: 3 (HD)
EDUC 688 - Internship for School Leaders Credits: 3
EDUC 689 - Special Topics in Educational Leadership Credits: 3 (Finance and Facilities)

Research Sequence (9 hours)

All MSE students must complete the research sequence requirement – 9 hours. (Note these courses must be taken at USI. Transfer courses will not be accepted for these courses.)

EDUC 601 - Research in Education Credits: 3
EDUC 631 - Analysis of Instruction Credits: 3
EDUC 671 - Integrating Research Seminar in Education Credits: 3