UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AMHERST
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
|
Program name: Higher Education College: School of Education Department: Department of Educational Policy, Research & Administration Degrees and Emphases: M.Ed. Higher Education/Student Affairs Administration |
Contact Persons:
Phone: (413) 545-1391
Web Page: http://www.umass.edu/education/academics/epra/ed_policy.shtml |
PROGRAM STATEMENT
Program Statement: The major purpose of this program is to develop graduates who desire to build environments that support academic achievement and stimulate student growth and development. This complex work requires skilled practitioners who are capable of working in conjunction with all members of the higher education community in a wide range of institutions. The philosophical position of the program is that preparation for practice in higher education requires a broad base of knowledge of the foundations of post-secondary education, including student development theories, theories on the organization and administration of higher education, issues of diversity, the practice of the academic profession, and techniques of assessment, evaluation, and research. The equivalent of two years of full-time academic study (nine credits per semester) is required to successfully complete this master's degree. / The program emphasizes that all students must gain knowledge in the general administration of institutions of higher education as well as student affairs administration. The following 8 core competencies related to higher education must be studied: history, law and ethics, administrative management/leadership, student learning and development, research methods, academic affairs, diversity, and politics/policy.
NATIONAL STANDARDS
Meets ACPA Professional Preparation Commission Standards: Yes
Meets CAS Standards: Yes
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Entrance Exam: None required
Thesis: Not an option
Comprehensive exam: Not an option
Hours/credits required: 36
Total number of faculty: 9
Number of faculty dedicated full time to the program: 4
2010 ACPA Professional Preparation Commission Disclaimer.
Updated: 10/18/10