The minor in Leadership Studies is a multi-disciplinary program that focuses on the study of leadership from various perspectives and contexts. It is designed to provide students with learning opportunities to develop their leadership potential.
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Students who have previously earned degrees (including lateral entry teachers)
may earn licensure in any of the above areas by completing required courses as
determined by an advisor.
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education, Curriculum/Instruction Supervision, Language and Literacy Education, Middle Grades Education, Secondary Education, and Special Education. The programs in these areas address the need for conceptual and procedural foundations for decision-making and for specific alternatives within the student's area of professional practice. The M.Ed. programs address the North Carolina Masters/Advanced Competencies requirements. Designed for individuals who have "A" level teaching licenses.
Master of School Administration (M.S.A.) in Educational Leadership prepares personnel to become school principals. The program is authorized by the Principal Fellows Program, which provides two-year scholarship loans in the amount of $20,000 annually. Principal Fellows information may be obtained by calling (919) 962-4575. Designed for individuals seeking principal licensure. (View the Program Sheet PDF)
To be eligible for consideration for the add-on licensure option, candidates must have:
The program focuses upon the application of research and best practices in instructional technology. The courses provide a balance of product development and utilization of technology with theoretical basis for design, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational and training programs. Designed for individuals seeking advanced technology training. (View the Program Sheet PDF)
Master of Arts In Teaching (M.A.T.) is designed for individuals who have degrees in English, history, mathematics, science, or Spanish, but have not earned teacher licensure. The program includes coursework in pedagogy, academic discipline, and an internship. Designed for individuals who have degrees in English, history, mathematics, or science, but have not earned teacher licensure. (View the Program Sheet PDF)
The mission of the doctoral program in Educational Leadership and Administration is to prepare graduates to be informed, proactive and reflective agents of change to improve public schools and other educational organizations for the benefit of all students, particularly in southeastern North Carolina. The primary target audience for the program is current B-12 educators who will become public school leaders, superintendents, state policy makers or higher education curriculum, instruction, and supervision specialists. Three years of school leadership experience is required. (View the Program Sheet PDF)