MEd in Educational Administration: School Business and Finance Emphasis

Overview

Pursue Your Passions for Business and Education

The Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Administration with an Emphasis in School Business and Finance from Grand Canyon University aims at bridging the gap between education and business. This program is ideal for educators who desire to deepen their skill set of business and its applications in education administration and for those passionate about shaping educational environments within a pre-K through grade 12 setting. If you are seeking a principal’s license and would like to focus on business finance, you have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the financial and managerial aspects of education in this program.

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Master of Education in Educational Administration with an Emphasis in School Business and Finance

Offered By

College of Education

Class Settings

Online

Tuition Rate

Online: $615 per credit [More Info]

Cost of Attendance

Course Information

Credits: 48

Online: 6 weeks

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Transfer Credits

Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)

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Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements (Master's)

Undergraduate Degree*
2.8+ GPA

OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and

GMAT: 500
GRE: 300 combined**

Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).

Why GCU

This online course of study allows you to complete the MEd coursework on your own schedule. You will be taught how to drive positive change in your school and community by providing the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of educational administration, preparing you for leadership roles within educational settings.

You will study advanced techniques to apply business principles and financial analysis to educational institutions and organizations. Having the flexibility of an online learning system can help working professionals balance their educational goals with their personal and professional responsibilities.^{(See disclaimer 1)}

Coursework

Analyze School Business and Finance Industry Topics

The College of Education aims to help you achieve a comprehensive understanding of business principles and practices within an educational administration setting. This degree is designed to cultivate leadership skills and business acumen relevant to the education industry, empowering you to explore opportunities as an educational administrator.

Upon completing your master’s of education in educational administration and business and finance courses, you will have had exposure to specialized areas such as:

Entrepreneurship

Ethical decision-making

Finance

Leadership

Marketing

Strategic planning

Pursue Practical Business and Education Courses

Candidates for the position of principal must be prepared to complete three practicum/field experiences that add up to a minimum of 300 hours of classroom experience.

Courses are taught by knowledgeable practitioners in their respective fields who share wisdom and experience in areas such as:

Administrative foundations

Creating and sustaining positive school cultures

Curriculum development

Empowerment of teachers

Business finance

Instructional and school leadership

PK–12 legal issues

Professional development

Mission-Driven Ventures

The exploration of these mission-driven ventures within this master’s of education in educational administration program aims to serve both local communities as well as the greater good of society.

Evaluate Pre-K–12 Legal Issues

You will explore the laws and policies that govern pre-K–12 education in the United States. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of essential topics within the educational community, such as:

Democracy
Individual freedom
Responsibility
Equity
Social justice
Community
Diversity

A principal's ethical decision-making and implementation of laws, rights, policies and regulations to improve student outcomes is a primary focus when teaching legal issues.

Create and Sustain Positive School Cultures

Learning about the critical role of leaders in establishing and maintaining a positive school culture and a shared vision is critical in this master’s degree. Through exploring various settings, contexts and leadership scenarios, you can discover how to develop and manage productive relationships with students, families and the educational community to foster growth. You will be taught effective communication strategies when working with community stakeholders while focusing on diverse contexts and situations.

Discover How Leadership Can Impact Students and Schools

Creating effective and safe learning environments that facilitate school improvement initiatives is an important concept to master. Through exploring research-based best practices, you will be taught how to establish organized, respectful and consistent learning environments. The curriculum emphasizes inclusive and culturally responsive practices, while character education is also addressed to promote the social, emotional and behavioral well-being of all school community stakeholders and to maintain a positive learning environment.

Accreditation

Graduate With an MEd Degree From an Accredited University

GCU has held institutional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1968, signifying its commitment to academic quality. Accreditation from reputable organizations like the HLC and state boards can help ensure you receive quality education from a university that meets rigorous standards of academic excellence and integrity.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve prepared answers to a few frequently asked questions about our master’s program to help you decide whether this degree is right for you.

Can you get a master’s in educational administration with school finance and business emphasis without a bachelor’s in finance or business?

Is an MEd in Educational Administration with a school business and finance emphasis hard?

School leadership can be a challenging field that requires a strong foundation in mathematics, economics and other related subjects. This graduate-level program offers a significant amount of independent study, research and coursework where you may be expected to analyze complex financial data, develop business strategies and write research papers. When evaluating the difficulty of a degree program, it’s important to consider the potential hurdles and how you can put a plan in place to help you address them and stay on track to completion.

Is an MEd in Educational Administration with a school business and finance emphasis respected?

Does an MEd in Educational Administration with a school finance and business emphasis require math?

Yes, this master’s degree with an emphasis in business and financial management in education typically requires a certain level of math proficiency. The exact math requirements can vary, but many programs will expect students to have a strong foundation in mathematical concepts such as statistics, economics and accounting. Additionally, some curricula may require coursework in advanced mathematical topics such as financial modeling, data analysis and decision science.

Courses

Program Curriculum

Credit Summary

Major48 credits

Degree Requirements48 credits

Core Courses

EAD-507

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course begins by acquainting candidates with the learning management system while preparing them to be successful graduate-level students and future educational leaders. With a programmatic focus on developing leaders, this course examines school missions and visions that promote the values of equity, diversity, and community, with an emphasis on a leader’s character development, modeling and advocating for ethical behavior, and leadership.

EAD-517

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course introduces candidates to the laws and policies governing and relating to PK-12 education in the United States. A broad range of topics will be examined including the values of democracy, individual freedom, and responsibility, as well as equity, social justice, community, and diversity within the educational community. Focus is on the principal’s role in ethical decision-making and implementing laws, rights, policies, and regulations to improve outcomes for all students.

EAD-527

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course examines PK-12 education finance with a fundamental focus on issues and practices that directly affect the operation of the school and local education agency (LEA). Candidates will be exposed to the regulations encompassed in the Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR) and the implications of these regulations at the school site level. School finance topics related to education at the federal, state, and local levels will be examined. Candidates will explore financial aspects of school improvement while managing change.

EAD-537

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course emphasizes the critical role of the leader in creating and sustaining a positive school culture and shared vision. Given diverse settings, contexts, and leadership situations, candidates will explore how to manage and cultivate productive relationships with students, families, and the educational community that promote student development and success. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with community stakeholders in a variety of contexts.

EBF-520

3 Total Credits

EBF-525

3 Total Credits

EBF-530

3 Total Credits

EAD-547

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course explores critical organizational and management issues faced by school principals. Topics explored include recruiting, selecting, and hiring, to build a quality work force to support school improvement. Focus also includes managing and allocating resources, including technology that supports equity and digital literacy to all learners. Candidates also explore promoting a school mission and vision to support school community safety and learning.

EBF-550

3 Total Credits

EAD-557

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course prepares candidates to become effective instructional leaders in the evaluation of school-wide curricular programs to promote continuous school improvement. Focus is placed on evaluating academic and non-academic practices, services, and curricula to ensure cultural responsiveness, character education and development, equity, and accessibility based on data-driven analysis.

EAD-567

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course prepares candidates to develop and promote best practices in emerging trends and initiatives in support of teacher self-efficacy and retention. Topics will explore coaching and mentoring in alignment to the teacher coaching cycle of observation, evaluation, and providing actionable feedback for teacher improvement. Emphasis is placed on creating a collaborative professional culture that promotes equity, cultural responsiveness, and the success and well-being of all stakeholders.

EAD-577

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course prepares candidates to promote effective and safe learning environments to support school improvement initiatives. Research-based best practices in establishing a consistent, organized, and respectful learning environment will be explored. Emphasis is placed on equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive practices. Character education is addressed to support the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of all school community stakeholders, and to sustain a positive learning environment.

EAD-587

3 Total Credits

Course Description

This course prepares candidates to become effective building-level instructional leaders who are able to supervise, support and evaluate school staff in a manner that promotes character education, character development, reflection and self-awareness, equity, cultural responsiveness, and distributed leadership. Emphasis is placed on promoting professional dispositions and norms that support equity, inclusion, and educational success.

EAD-570

3 Total Credits

Course Description

The internship experience and course content bridge program knowledge and skills with a focus on observing, participating, and leading. Principal candidates will apply building-level leadership skills in a clinical practice designed to facilitate the candidate's ultimate success in improving the outcomes for all students as a school leader. Practicum/field experience hours: 100. Fingerprint clearance required. Prerequisites: EAD-507, EAD-517, and EAD-527.

EAD-580

3 Total Credits

Course Description

The internship experience and course content bridge program knowledge and skills with a focus on observing, participating, and leading. Principal candidates will apply building-level leadership skills in a clinical practice designed to facilitate the candidate's ultimate success in improving the outcomes for all students as a school leader. Practicum/field experience hours: 100. Fingerprint clearance required. Prerequisite: EAD-570.

EAD-590

3 Total Credits

Course Description

The internship experience and course content bridge program knowledge and skills with a focus on observing, participating, and leading. Principal candidates will apply building-level leadership skills in a clinical practice designed to facilitate the candidate's ultimate success in improving the outcomes for all students as a school leader. Practicum/field experience hours: 100. Fingerprint clearance required. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all courses in POS and content area; a 3.0 GPA and approval and placement by College of Education Office of Field Experience.

GCU cannot and will not promise job placement, a job, graduate school placement, transfer of GCU program credits to another institution, promotion, salary, or salary increase. Please see the Career Services Policy in the University Policy Handbook.
Please note that this list may contain programs and courses not presently offered, as availability may vary depending on class size, enrollment and other contributing factors. If you are interested in a program or course listed herein please first contact your University Counselor for the most current information regarding availability.
Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Programs or courses subject to change

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This degree, offered by the College of Education, is a regionally accredited program approved by the State of Arizona. It aligns with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL, 2015) led by the National Policy Board for Educational Administration (NPBEA, 2018).

Excluding observational and practice-based experiences and student teaching.

MEd in Educational Administration Specializing in School Business Finance

Pursue Your Passions for Business and Education

Admission Requirements

Analyze School Business and Finance Industry Topics

Pursue Practical Business and Education Courses

Mission-Driven Ventures

Career Paths for School Finance and Business Emphasis Graduates

Graduate With an MEd Degree From an Accredited University

Frequently Asked Questions

Program Curriculum

Core Courses

MEd in Educational Administration Specializing in School Business Finance

Pursue Your Passions for Business and Education

Take School-Related Business and Finance Courses at GCU

Admission Requirements

Analyze School Business and Finance Industry Topics

Pursue Practical Business and Education Courses

Mission-Driven Ventures

Career Paths for School Finance and Business Emphasis Graduates

Graduate With an MEd Degree From an Accredited University

Frequently Asked Questions

Program Curriculum

Core Courses