Online Master's in Higher Education Administration
Online Course Schedule for Summer 2024
Capstone
All students are required to complete a three-credit capstone project as the culminating experience of the program. This course, taken during the student’s last semester, demonstrates the student’s advanced grasp of the discipline of higher education administration and provides the opportunity to synthesize all of the theoretical and practical content taught during the program into one course experience. Each student works with a faculty advisor who serves as a guide through the detailed development and execution of the project and related deliverables. The capstone project is also an opportunity for students to develop connections and gain mentors to help them progress in their career upon graduation. To successfully fulfill the capstone requirement, students must complete an applied research project or an in-depth research paper, and defend their work in front of a panel of faculty and experts.
Note: This course is completed asynchronously online. Your program must register you for this course - please contact your academic advisor for help registering.
- Course #: MPEA-7990-140
- CRN: 19702
- Instructor: Vandenboom, C.
- Dates: May 20 – Aug 17, 2024
Enrollment Mgmt: Stu Lifecycle
In this elective, students gain an understanding of enrollment management processes as well as strategies for recruiting, retaining, admitting, and enrolling students. The course examines the different stakeholders and gives an overview of the different factors influencing enrollment: financial aid and scholarships, academic standards, demographics, legal precedent, and institutional goals. Students learn recruitment and enrollment strategies based on research, differentiation, marketing, and data analysis and reporting.
Note: This course is completed asynchronously online
- Course #: MPEA-6300-140
- CRN: 19701
- Instructor: Smith, E.
- Dates: May 20 – Aug 17, 2024
Higher Education Policy
This course is designed to survey the policy landscape that has helped shape higher education and considers the direction and implications of current and future policies. Students examine federal, state, and local policies that affect institutions, including policies governing assessment systems and the regulation and financing of schools. They also explore the ways in which policy influences various aspects of the university, including governance, research, and student affairs.
Note: This class is completed asynchronously online
- Course #: MPEA-6000-140
- CRN: 19700
- Instructor: Phillips, B.
- Dates: May 20 – Aug 17, 2024
Higher Education Practicum
The practicum allows students to apply classroom concepts in the field. Participants spend a semester in a department or functional area of an institution and gain experience as a higher education administrator. Students are expected to reflect on the practicum and synthesize the experience with their coursework. Students work with an advisor for this learning experience, and assignments evaluate their learning throughout the duration of the practicum. Students may take up to two elective practicums as part of their course of study. This opportunity gives students a better understanding of possible career paths through hands-on experience.
Note: This course is completed asynchronously online.
- Course #: MPEA-7950-140
- CRN: 19498
- Instructor: Brown-Mckenzie, C.
- Dates: May 20 – Aug 17, 2024