Master of Science (M.S.) and Specialist in Education (Ed.S) in Educational Leadership
Randall W. Peterson, EdD, Program Director
Mission Statement
The degree programs (M.S., Ed.S.) offered in Educational Leadership reflect the latest issues and knowledge in education and are responsive to the needs of a diverse student population. Faculty members draw upon students’ life experiences to facilitate mutual professional and personal growth and to promote meaningful change. Students completing the program are prepared to assume leadership positions in various organizations in their community.
Program Goals
The program integrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become highly accomplished professionals and outstanding leaders of public and non-public educational organizations. These include:
- the ability to be proactive and decisive with a moral and ethical commitment to the organization’s mission;
- the cognitive and communication skills necessary to facilitate meaningful change;
- the flexibility in using decision making and motivational strategies for effective stewardship of time, resources, and personnel;
- the assumption of roles which require Florida State Certification in Educational Leadership for the K-12 Leadership specialization;
- the assumption of teacher leadership positions within public and non-public schools for the K-12 Leadership specialtion; and
- the assumption of leadership roles in general education settings.
K-12 Leadership Specialization Student Learner Outcomes
Upon completion of the M.S. or Ed.S. program in Educational Leadership, graduates will have increased their abilities to:
- plan and assess effective change processes and lead organizational development within a caring environment;
- make sound decisions, allocate with scarce resources, and manage complex systems;
- demonstrate and inspire integrity in instructional and institutional leadership;
- apply current technologies to improve instructional and administrative processes and envision, plan, implement, and evaluate new applications of technology; and
- critically address the challenges of education, yet champion a positive vision of its future.
Higher Education Administration Specialization Student Learner Outcomes
Upon completion of the M.S. in Educational Leadership with a Specialization in Higher Education Administration program, graduates will have increased their abilities to:
- plan and assess effective change processes and lead higher and postsecondary organizational development within a caring, equitable, and inclusive environment;
- make sound decisions, allocate with scarce resources, and manage complex systems within the higher and postsecondary educational institutions.
- demonstrate and inspire integrity and leadership in supporting student development, equitable access to higher education resources, and student success;
- apply current technologies to improve instructional and administrative processes and envision, plan, implement, and evaluate new applications of technology; and
- critically address the challenges of higher and postsecondary education in contemporary society and apply foundational higher and postsecondary concepts to meet these challenges.
Certification Track
The M.S. certification track is a 36‑credit degree program. Upon completion candidates are eligible for the Florida Educational Leadership Certification (All Levels). The program, which is approved by the Florida Department of Education, includes study of the dynamics of educational organizations and successful practices that inspire the full realization of human potential. Completion of the M.S. degree qualifies the student to pursue his/her individual career goals.
**The Ed.S. program, referred to as the Modified Core, permits students to take all of the courses in the Florida State Approved Program and upon completion, the student is eligible for the Florida Educational Leadership Examination which leads to certification in Educational Leadership (All Levels).
Note:
Students participating in the MS Educational Leadership with Certification, who reside out of state, must check with their home state Department of Education for acceptance and/or transfer. Barry University does not guarantee certification acceptance in any state other than the state of Florida.
Prerequisites for the Certification Track
- Application for Admission;
- Response to the prompts provided as part of the online application process;
- Two most recent annual performance evaluations with a rating of “effective” or higher;
- A resume, which includes two professional references (with phone numbers and email addresses) and highlights the applicant’s educational leadership experience and potential;
- Copy of current professional educator’s certificate*;
- Official transcripts from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized college, or university, indicating conferral of a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA or at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; and
- ESOL endorsement on teaching certificate or documentation attesting to the completion of one ESOL survey course.
Non-Certification Track
The M.S. and Ed.S. non-certification track are 36‑credit degree programs. Upon completion, candidates are prepared to assume leadership positions in educational organizations for which state certification is not required. While the courses are aligned with state and national standards for Educational Leadership, candidates are not required to demonstrate a passing score on the state certification exam in order to be eligible for graduation.
Prerequisites for the Non-Certification Track
- Application for Admission;
- Responses to the prompts provided as part of the online application process;
- A resume which includes two professional references;
- Documentation of at least two years of teaching or school experiences; and
- Official transcripts from a regionally accredited or Internationally recognized college, or university, indicating conferral of a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. NOTE: Students whose GPA falls below a 3.0 must submit a MAT or GRE score.
Graduation Requirements (M.S. and Ed.S.)
- Achieve an overall 3.0 GPA.
- Have no more than 2 “C” grades in coursework; and all F grades, I grades, and IP grades have been replaced with passing grades.
- Pass all sections of the Florida Educational Leadership Examination (FELE).*
- As the state implements new requirements for this certification, they will be compulsory with or without notice in this Catalog. The student has the sole responsibility to comply with Florida State Department of Education certification requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to secure the application and submit the necessary documents to the State to be eligible for the certificate.
*Not required for students in the non-certification track.
Master of Science (M.S.) in Educational Leadership (36 credits)
Leadership Core (18 credits)
| EDR-601 | METHODOLOGY OF RESEARCH | 3 |
| EDU-614 | VISIONARY LEADERSHIP IN EDU | 3 |
| EDU-615 | ETHICS AND COMMUNICATION FOR LEADERS | 3 |
| EDU-623 | SCHOOL&COMM RELATIONS | 3 |
| EDU-637 | EDUCATIONAL DECISION MAKING | 3 |
| EDU-687 | EMERGING TECHNO & EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHI | 3 |
Choose one area of specialization
K-12 Leadership Specialization (18 credits)
| EDU-624 | INSTR DESIGN MEASUREMENT & EVALUATION | 3 |
| EDU-662 | LEADERSHIP FOR ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNT | 3 |
| EDU-674 | THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF EDUCATION | 3 |
| EDU-675 | SCHOOL FINANCE | 3 |
| EDU-676 | SCHOOL PERSONNEL ADMIN & DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| EDU-699 | INTERN EDU LEADERSHIP | 3 |
Higher Education Administration Specialization (18 credits)
| HED-587 | STUDENT AFFAIRS PRACTICE HIGHER EDU | 3 |
| HED-601 | CURRENT ISSUES HIGHER ED | 3 |
| HED-630 | LEGAL ISSUES & COLLEGE STUDENT | 3 |
| HED-634 | ADMINISTRATION HIGHER ED | 3 |
| HED-646 | DIVERSITY & COLLEGE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| HED-648 | PRACTICUM IN HIGHER EDU | 3 |
Specialist in Education (Ed.S) (36 credits)
Required Courses (36 credits)
| EDR-708 | DIRECTED RESEARCH | 3 |
| EDU-614 | VISIONARY LEADERSHIP IN EDU | 3 |
| EDU-615 | ETHICS AND COMMUNICATION FOR LEADERS | 3 |
| EDU-623 | SCHOOL&COMM RELATIONS | 3 |
| EDU-624 | INSTR DESIGN MEASUREMENT & EVALUATION | 3 |
| EDU-637 | EDUCATIONAL DECISION MAKING | 3 |
| EDU-662 | LEADERSHIP FOR ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNT | 3 |
| EDU-674 | THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF EDUCATION | 3 |
| EDU-675 | SCHOOL FINANCE | 3 |
| EDU-676 | SCHOOL PERSONNEL ADMIN & DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| EDU-687 | EMERGING TECHNO & EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHI | 3 |
| EDU-699 | INTERN EDU LEADERSHIP | 3 |