What should I study?
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Culture, Curriculum, and Teacher Education (CCTE) Ph.D.
The Culture, Curriculum and Teacher Education Ph.D. concentration is designed for scholars and researchers who will study the linguistic, social and cultural contexts of education from classrooms to communities.
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Educational Leadership Ed.D.
The Ed.D. program is designed to equip experienced and practice-focused educational leaders with understandings, skills and knowledge to effectively drive improvement in school systems and other professional settings.
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Human and Organizational Leadership Development (HOLD) B.A.
Hone the critical thinking, creative problem solving, collaboration and communication skills that will enable you to be a dynamic organizational leader.
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Minor in Education Minor
The Minor in Education allows you to deepen your knowledge and develop a critical understanding of educational issues and apply them across a wide array of career opportunities.
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Policy, Leadership, and School Improvement (PLS) Ph.D.
The Policy, Leadership and School Improvement Ph.D. concentration produces scholars, administrators, and analysts who are prepared to take leadership roles in K-12 systems, universities, research organizations and policy-making bodies.
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School Administration M.S.A.
The MSA is designed for educators who are striving to assume leadership positions and to help their communities pursue a vision of educational equity and support for all learners.