Higher Education Leadership

The Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership program is designed specifically to prepare highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioners for administrative and leadership positions in higher education. Graduates will be qualified to pursue careers as professionals in colleges and universities and national and international organizations, foundations, associations, and corporations. Students graduating with an MS in Higher Education will possess outstanding leadership, organizational, interpersonal and advocacy skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external groups. Students will be provided with in-depth knowledge regarding both public and private (non-profit and for-profit) institutions, as well as small and large institutions and multi-campus institutions.

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership provides an overview of career paths in colleges and universities, as well as national and international organizations, foundations, associations, and corporations that make up the broader higher education landscape. Opportunities for future practitioners in administrative and leadership positions in higher education settings are explored.

Online Program

Please refer to Drexel Online Education for application requirements and deadlines for the master's program or the certificate program.