This M.A. program focuses on the practical application of leadership and management theories, design and implementation of performance improvement strategies in organizations, with a strong emphasis on training and development. Taught by experienced and knowledgeable professors, the curriculum enables students to acquire the necessary skills and tools to analyze complex public sector challenges and manage the day-to day operations of public agencies.
Admissions Requirements
Admission will be open to holders of baccalaureate degrees from accredited colleges or universities. Faculty will evaluate each applicant based on the following criteria and materials:
- Statement of purpose;
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts;
- Three letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional references;
- Current résumé; and
- Personal interview.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Degree Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours, as listed below. Up to 6 credits not applied to previous degrees may be transferred.
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Hours |
| ELMP 6006 | Current Issues-Pol Implic | 3 |
| HRTD 6501 | Intro to Human Resource Devl | 3 |
| HRTD 6502 | Adult Learn-Hum Res Devl Prof | 3 |
| HRTD 6503 | Design-Eval-Hum Res Devl Prog | 3 |
| HRTD 7100 | Selected Topics (Final Research/Case Study) | 3 |
| HRTD 8891 | Directed Research | 3 |
| 18 |
| 6 |
| Performance Analysis | |
| Performance Improv Strategies | |
| Consulting Skills | |
| 6 |
| Instructional Design | |
| Curric Dvlpmt and Eval | |
| Supv of Instr and Eval | |
| Curric Design and Engineering | |
| 6 |
EDST 6323 | | |
| Human Relations | |
| Current Legal Issues | |
| Personnel Administration | |
| Finance in Administration | |
| Prin-Pub Sec Bargain | |
| Policy Analysis in Admin | |
| Public Relations in Admin | |
| Cybernetic Research for Ed Adm | |
| Lead Dyn Analysis Sup | |
| Interdisc Stu-Admin | |
| Dir Research Admin Supervision | |
| Indep Study-Administration | |
| 18 |
| Total Hours | 36 |
