Master's Programs
Our master's programs in higher education prepare aspiring leaders in higher education administration for the next level in their careers.
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Higher Education, M.S.Ed.
Full or Part-Time | 1 year
This on-campus program gives students the flexibility to shape their plan of study and select courses from a wide array of topics that affect the ever-evolving higher education landscape.
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Global Higher Education Management, M.S.Ed. (Online)
Full-Time | 1 year
The online master's in higher education management is strategically designed for full-time professionals with at least five years of work experience in universities and education-related organizations and agencies.
Doctoral Programs
Our doctoral programs prepare future researchers and scholar-practitioners for careers in academic research, higher education administration, or university leadership, driving better educational outcomes.
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Executive Doctorate in Higher Education Management, Ed.D.
Executive-Style Format | 2 years
This program prepares future higher education leaders from campuses, government, and affiliated organizations to manage resources strategically, make evidence-based decisions, foster innovation, and navigate organizational complexities.
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Higher Education, Ed.D.
Part-Time | 4 years
Tailored for experienced professionals, this program prepares practitioner-scholars to use research to address significant practical issues, ultimately making a meaningful impact on students and institutions.
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Higher Education, Ph.D.
Full-Time | 4 years
Designed for individuals aspiring to transform their passion for higher education into impactful research and leadership, this highly individualized program provides critical skills in research design, data analysis, and qualitative and quantitative research methods.
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