Educational Specialist (ED.S) in Educational Leadership and Administration (Online)

Educational Specialist

The Educational Specialist (Ed.S) in Educational Leadership and Administration program is designed to equip individuals with the skills, techniques, and qualities of leadership required for professional excellence as educational leaders and administrators in K-12 schools. The Ed.S. program is a unique pathway to senior-level positions in educational leadership and administration.

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Why earn your Education Specialist (Ed.S) in Educational Leadership and Administration (Online) at CBU?

Receive credit for your CTC Clear Administrative Services Credential program.
Flexible online and asynchronous courses allow you to start and finish your academic journey at your own pace.
Distinguish yourself by earning this unique degree that provides additional training for K-12 school administrators.

The Educational Specialist (Ed.S) program in Educational Leadership and Administration degree provides a purposeful balance between theory, practice and research. Graduates will be prepared to lead and transform their schools for optimal growth. The program is designed for working professionals looking to apply theory to their practice and is ideally suited for current administrators to expand their career paths and advance their academic and professional goals.

New Era Organizations

ORG 710

This course prepares learners for the program by studying essential research-based theories on administration and management leading up to contemporary ones. Emphasis is on reviewing current and emerging organizational theories and concepts, business ethics, organizational change, talent development, and social responsibility, and developing and articulating a personal philosophy related to managing change in new era organizations.

Organizational Communication

ORG 720

This course examines effective principles of communication critical for effectiveness within diverse organizations. Principles focus on opportunities for administrators to reflect on their own communication style and examine the components of effective communication strategies. Students will address the challenges inherent to effective communication present in today's multicultural, multilingual work environments.

Human Resource Management

ORG 725

This course examines the processes an organization uses to attract, retain, motivate and develop the best people for their jobs. Concepts of study include organizational recruitment, retention, engagement, evaluation, identification and development of high potential employees, succession planning, and employee development from the perspective of the organization's innovators and talent management professionals.

Student Learning Outcomes

Consistent with the University student outcomes, upon completion of the Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership and Administration, graduates will be able to:

Students will examine and evaluate organizational behaviors and leadership effectiveness within a wide spectrum of industries and types in order to cultivate contextual intelligence.
Students will examine organizational experiences, events or issues that are challenging, ambiguous or unexpected in order to enhance their leadership capabilities and navigate future challenges effectively.
Students will communicate effectively.
Students will enhance their relational capability through development of the four domains of EQ: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
Students will develop and enhance strategies for leveraging cultural intelligence, diversity, and inclusion.

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

CBU accepts applications for online enrollment throughout the year, and most online degree programs can start at 6 semester entry points per calendar year.