The
master's degree program in college student affairs (CSA) prepares students for
professional positions in student affairs at a variety of postsecondary
institutions. Learning opportunities for students include combinations of
classroom instruction, project-based learning, field experiences, internships,
and individualized learning. The CSA executive management concentration
(CSA-EMC) allows full-time, mid-level-to-senior student affairs professionals
to complete the program as part-time students. Ongoing full-time professional
employment in student affairs will meet the program's aim to combine practice
with coursework.
Course of Study
15:230:606 Higher Education Law (3)
15:230:620 Organization and Administration of Higher Education (3)
15:245:501 Introduction to Student Affairs (3)
15:245:502 Student Development and Learning: Theory and Research (3)
15:245:602 Student Leadership, Workshop, and Program Development (3) or approved equivalent
15:245:603 Introduction to Assessment, Evaluation, and Research (3)
15:245:604 Capstone Course (3)
15:297:501 Introduction to Counseling and Interview Skills (3)
Electives (9 credits)
Electives are chosen in consultation with faculty adviser. Popular electives include: 15:245:640-645 Special Topics in College Student Affairs (BA,BA)
15:295:580 Psychology of Learning (3)
15:297:505 Group Counseling: Theory and Practice (3)
15:297:507 Multicultural Issues (3)
15:297:510 Career Counseling and Development (3)
Application Requirements
Applicants
for the CSA-EMC concentration must submit the same
application materials required by the current CSA Ed.M. program (please
see the website).
Additionally, executive management applicants:
- Must be currently employed full-time as a student affairs professional by and accredited college or university
- Must have completed five years full-time employment as a student affairs professional
- Must commit to completing all the required coursework specified in a timely manner
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Should tailor their personal statements to reflect integration of their
professional goals, their professional experience in student affairs
and their interest in the CSA executive management track.
