2021-2022 School of Graduate and Professional Studies Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Higher Education Administration
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Program Description
The Master of Science Higher Education Administration program at New England College is an innovative 40‐credit program that combines on campus and experiential instruction designed for students working or seeking to work in higher education. Coursework provides a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of higher education administration and covers functional areas and issues critical to effective management in college and university settings including advising and helping skills, multicultural competence, legal issues, organizational and administration, personal and organizational leadership, and research and assessment. Case studies, applied research, field experience, and a capstone project enable students to apply learning immediately to higher education practice and professional development.
The coursework provides a strong foundation in the theory and practice of higher education administration. Students are introduced to a broad range of administrative leadership at 2‐and 4‐year colleges and universities. Graduates pursue careers in academic advising, admissions and enrollment management, fundraising, career placement, financial aid, student affairs, and related fields.
The master’s program in higher education administration at New England College is unique. In this accelerated program comprised of 7‐week terms, students can finish their degree in 10 months if they choose to attend full‐time taking two courses per term. Students can also choose one course at a time if they would like to attend part‐time. While the courses are fast‐paced, knowledge and skill development isn’t compromised. The expert faculty are committed to student learning. There are three possible tracks for higher education program. In the hybrid program, students take one class on campus and one class online per term, if attending full-time. There is also a fully online track, and a Campus Public Safety Administration concentration.
Campus Public Safety Concentration
The need for highly trained campus public safety leaders and strategic managers at our nation’s colleges and universities has never been greater.
The MS in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Campus Public Safety is an innovative 40-credit program that combines on-the-ground and online education with hands-on learning for individuals seeking to advance in this dynamic, critical field.
The only program of its kind in the United States, New England College’s goal is to prepare skilled campus public safety administrators who can address issues of today, and tomorrow.
The MSHEA-CPSA is designed for individuals new to campus public safety, experienced law enforcement professionals seeking to transition to campus public safety, and veteran campus public safety professionals eager to acquire advanced knowledge, and leadership and management skills.
The program integrates a variety of innovative learning methods, including case studies as well as problem-based, project-based, and collaborative learning to prepare exceptional campus safety practitioners to be leaders in the field.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the MS in Higher Education Administration program will demonstrate:
- Identify and articulate implications of contemporary issues for higher education administration;
- Apply administrative, leadership, and management practices to the variety of organizational structures found in diverse institutions of higher education;
- Employ a broad range of higher education resources and scholarship in program planning, implementation, and assessment;
- Connect theory to practice, applying course learning to professional work experiences;
- Make data‐informed decisions and recommendations related to professional practice;
- Develop and hone effective personal and organizational leadership skills;
- Effectively advise and help students individual and in group settings;
- Develop skills and knowledge required to work with diverse individuals and organizations and foster inclusive communities;
- Demonstrate effective and inclusive written and oral communication skills, and;
- Think critically to identify, strategize, and solve issues within higher education.
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