Program Overview

Our Mission

The mission of the Department of Educational Administration and Foundations is to prepare individuals who are competent,  caring, committed and culturally responsive educators possessing a strong awareness of their responsibility to  organize, lead and manage efficient and effective educational institutions. The Department of Educational Administration and Foundations offers two online Master’s degrees in Educational Administration, one with the Principal’s certificate and  one without. For those seeking leadership in higher education, the Department offers a Master’s of Educational Administration in Human Resources and Higher Education. Additionally, we offer a preparation program for candidates seeking principal or superintendent certification only. The Department’s courses align with the new Principal and Superintendent Standards for the State of Texas.

Programmatic emphasis is placed on the development of competent professional educators who have a fundamental understanding of educational theory, educational research, educational philosophy and contemporary educational techniques and methods. Emphasis is also placed on helping the student learn how to integrate these elements into a sound educational program. Effective leadership cannot be exercised without a thorough understanding  of basic educational principles and knowledge of  current educational trends. In keeping with the thrust and setting of the University, great effort is made to prepare individuals who are flexible and can effectively serve all children in society. The development of quality professional educators who are knowledgeable and who can provide creative leadership in the various  areas of education is the fundamental goal of the  Department.

The online Masters in Educational Administration degree program prepares individuals who have a strong awareness of their responsibility to serve the public and to carry on educational programs that meet the needs and interests of those they serve. Classes for the Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and related certificate programs will include a concentration of study in school administration, instructional leadership, school law, fiscal responsibility, the organization and management of schools and internships. The programs are designed to prepare candidates for positions of leadership in varied educational settings. As a special purpose institution, our department is a preeminent producer of educational leaders working in K-12 schools and universities. We are nationally recognized by the excellence of our programs, the quality of our instruction, our innovative research and creative activities, and our commitment to be a contributing partner to our community, state, nation, and world.

The objective of the M.Ed. degree program in Human Resources and Higher Education at Texas Southern University (TSU) is to prepare students for advanced academic careers at the college or university level. The program takes an integrated approach to the interactions between human resources and higher education; however, students will be allowed to place emphasis more specifically on the concentration of their choice. Admission standards will be the same as the current M.Ed. program.

Program Objectives

The programs in educational administration are designed to develop competent, caring, committed and culturally responsive educators and individuals who meet stated competencies:

• Knowledge of shaping campus culture and implementation of issues that are shared by the community
• Knowledge of communication, collaboration, and mobilization of resources
• Ability to act with integrity and fairness in an ethical manner
• Knowledge of designing and implementation of curriculum
• Ability to care, nurture and develop instructional programs that are conducive to learners
• Ability to implement staff evaluation
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve to ensure an effective learning environment
• Ability to apply effective leadership to develop and manage campus budget and resource utilization
• Ability to manage campus physical plant and support systems to ensure safety and effective learning

Education Psychology, EPSY

Master Level Higher Education, EDHI

Doctoral LEVEL HIGHER EDUCATION, EDHI