Winona State University - College of Education
Department of Educational Leadership   

The Master of Science Degree (M.S.)

Areas of Specialization

General Leadership
The General Leadership emphasis is designed for individuals who wish to prepare for leadership in educational settings outside of K-12 education. Students who choose this option can prepare for leadership careers in technical or community colleges, recreational science, 4-year colleges, or non-profit organizations. An individualized program of study can be tailored to meet the general requirements of leadership. (see course requirements)

Teacher Leadership
The Teacher Leadership emphasis is designed for individuals who wish to develop their leadership ability for use in the classroom or in such expanded roles as lead teacher, team leader, curriculum developer, department chairperson, new teacher mentor, special project leader, administrative assistant, or dean of students. Professionals who enter this program are the leaders and future leaders of our schools. They come to this program from positions as teachers, school and district staff, and from positions in other state and private organizations committed to improving education and are distinguished from other educators, in part, by their willingness to take a more active role in the decision-making processes that occur at their schools. You must earn a minimum of thirty-three (33) graduate semester credits approved by your advisor. According to the requirements below, you will complete a minimum of 19 required semester credits and 14 elective credits. (see course requirements)

K-12 Principalship (Non-licensure except in Iowa)
The M.S. degree provides a program of study that leads to licensure as a principal or assistant principal, except in Minnesota and Wisconsin. In these states, a Specialist degree (Ed.S.) or equivalent (M.S. + 30 credits) is required for full administrative licensure. (see course requirements)

Outdoor Recreation/Adventure Based Leadership (Also results in a Certificate of competence)
The Outdoor Education/Adventure Based Leadership certificate of specialization program is designed to prepare individuals for leadership roles in outdoor/adventure settings. Students who choose this option can prepare for leadership careers in outdoor/adventure recreation in campus recreation, National Outdoor Leadership School, Outward Bounds, and as entrepreneurs in the outdoor recreation industry. An individualized program can be created through the advisor to best meet the professional needs of the students. The 18 credit certificate of speciaization can be taken independently, if you already hold a Master's degree, or as the specialized component of our Master's in Educational Leadership. (see course requirements)

Sports Management (Also results in a Certificate of competence)
Our graduate program in Sports Management is designed to prepare students for leadership opportunities in an exciting and competitive sports industry. Students will develop expertise in facility management, sports marketing, finance and sports law and ethics. The 18 credit certificate of speciaization is an entirely online program and can be taken independently or as the specialized component of our Master's in Educational Leadership. (see course requirements)


Course and Credit Requirements
You must earn a minimum of thirty three (33) graduate semester credits taken from the following areas:

Major Field Core Course (15 S.H.; required)

601 Foundations of Educational Leadership (3)
626 Educational Assessment (3)
635 Public Relations and Politics (3)
640 Ehtical Leadership(3)
670 Research and Writing (3)

Specialization (required - choose one category)

General Leadership (non-education focus)
705 Partnership Foundation (3)

Teacher Leadership (non-licensure)
604 Curriculum Development (3)
610 School Law(3) (Iowa Licensure Only)

K-12 Principalship (Iowa Licensure Only)
604 Curriculum Development (3)
610 School Law (3)
622 The Principalship (3)
627 School Business Management (3)
628 Human Resources and Collective Bargaining (3)
655 Philosophical and Sociological Connections for Educational Leaders (3)
780/781 Practicum/Internship in Educational Administration (6)

Outdoor Recreation/Adventure Based Leadership
RTTR 544 Leadership in the Natural Environment (3)
RTTR 601 Research Methods (3)
RTTR 633 Admin Problems in PE and Rec (3)
RTTR 641 Current Literature and Research in RTTR (3)
Choose two:
CE 595 Workshop - Counseling Specialities (3)
CE 615 Group Theory and Practice (3)
CE 620 Tests, Measurements and Research Design (3)
EL 600 Workshops in Educational Leadership (1)
EL 699 Master's Thesis (3)
RTTR 514 Recreational Leadership (3)
RTTR 517 Special Topics in RTTR (3)
RTTR 613 Independent Study in RTTR (3)
EL 780/781 Practicum/Internship (may be taken twice) (3)

Sports Management
PESS 636 Sports Law (3)
PESS 626 Planning of Facilities in PE or Sport (3)
PESS 629 Sport Marketing Management (3)
PESS 642 Sports Leadership/Internship (3)
PESS 645 Sport Sales Management (3)
Choose one
PESS 633 Administrative Problems in Physical Ed or Sport (3)
EL 699 Master's Thesis (3)

Writing Requirement (choose one)

Without Thesis:
Candidates must write a comprehensive research paper substantively related to educational leadership to show proficiency in research and writing at the graduate level

With Thesis:
Candidate must write a thesis for 3 credits demonstrating ability to use scientific methods and procedures in the solution of an independent study project in the area of educational leadership. The 3 credits will be applied to administration course requirements in major field courses.the candidate will also be required to pass an oral examination on the thesis.

Examinations

Each candidate must pass a comprehensive written examination on course work.
 
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