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District Superintendent

General

Program Title

District Superintendent

Degree Designation

GC

Award Type

Graduate Certificate

Program Level

Graduate

Instruction Mode

On Campus, Online Plus - Hybrid

Program Description

The District Superintendent Graduate Certificate in the Educational Administration and Leadership program develops leaders for Minnesota's schools. The program provides coursework leading to eligibility for a District Superintendent license and is accredited by the Minnesota Board of School Administrators (BOSA). Courses offered are competency-based and focused on developing the skills and personal traits necessary for successful school administration and leadership. This program is student-centered and provides advanced principles of leadership to guide the practice of educational leaders so they can meet the needs of all learners and achieve more equitable outcomes. As learning organizations and society continue to evolve, this program is designed to ensure that educational leaders are ready to meet the challenges and opportunities of today and the future. This certificate program is delivered through a variety of delivery modes to meet the needs of our professional learners. Upon completion of the District Superintendent graduate certificate a graduate may choose to pursue a doctorate of education, using select courses from this certificate.

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Education and Learning Design

Status

Active

Admission Requirements

What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?

Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree

Other requirements applicants MUST complete prior to admission.

A previous Educational Administration masters or related degree is required.

Required GPA for graduation

3

Number of credits in program

30

Requirements

Program Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Assess varied and competing interests to ensure the mission and vision and core values of the school district are aligned with culturally responsive practices.

Outcome

Determine factors that affect school finance and organization operations including sources of revenue and expenditures to produce a safe and efficient learning environment.

Outcome

Examine the political processes that impact ethical decision making at the district-level.

Outcome

Apply statutory regulations affecting the governance of personnel, fiscal, and other district functions.

Outcome

Demonstrate effective skills in communication leadership between the school district and internal and external constituencies to ensure healthy professional relationships.

Degree Maps and Program Completion Plans

Major Code

8461

Program Code

342272023