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+ Read MoreThe University of Dallas Master of Catholic School Leadership is designed to prepare you for leadership in Catholic education. Earning your Master's Degree in Catholic School Leadership will increase your flexibility and marketability, positioning you for a career as an assistant principal, principal or president of a Catholic school, an associate superintendent or superintendent, or as a member of diocesan personnel who affect the various aspects of education (i.e. budget, curricula, development and school infrastructure, grants for a diocese or state). In addition to serving each student who passes through your classroom, you will extend your influence to your school community at large, with a more robust knowledge of the Catholic tradition and practical, experience-based skills for leadership.
The Master of Catholic School Leadership consists of 37 credit hours. Students complete a graduate proseminar, five foundational ministry courses and seven education courses. There is also an 18-credit hour Certificate of Catholic School Leadership option.
EDU 6361. The Catholic School Principal. This course will address the unique mission of the Catholic school and the special demands placed upon the Catholic school administrator. The specific roles and responsibilities of an administrator in a Catholic school will be examined. The student will be introduced to the expectations of the position and the skills and knowledge required to meet the challenges they present. This study will include an analysis of the principal's responsibilities in the areas of leadership. Special attention will be paid to the role of spiritual leader.
EDU 6362. Instructional Leadership. This course examines the major issues, problems and trends in curriculum and instruction. This study will include an analysis of the leadership skills required of an administrator in the areas of instructional supervision, curriculum development, instructional evaluation, and staff development in a private or parochial school.
EDU 6363. Organizational Leadership and Planning. This course will examine administrative behavior and organizational structures as they relate to non-public schools. This examination will include conceptual models of strategic planning and decision-making.
EDU 6364. Non-Public School Finance and Development. This course will examine all aspects of the financial management of a private or parochial school. This examination will include the fiscal planning process, as well as, the development and implementation of a fiscal plan. The role of development and public relations will be addressed. Discussion will also include all aspects of budgets, marketing, fund raising, development strategy and management.
EDU 6365. Non-Public School Law. This course is a study of the legal issues concerned with the administration of a Catholic school. Included in this study will be an overview of Constitutional Law: Civil Law; Personnel Law; Canon Law; State and Federal Regulations; Accreditation Issues; and Government programs. Participants will be presented with precedent setting court decisions and case studies will be reviewed and discussed.
EDU 6366. Catholic School Leadership Internship. A supervised placement specific to Catholic school leadership, ordinarily undertaken in the last year of study, that provides a structured opportunity to enhance skills and integrate theoretical knowledge. Interns demonstrate leadership in a Catholic school environment under the supervision of an appropriate field based mentor. Students will also meet regularly with a faculty supervisor during the internship experience to ensure learning outcomes are met. Registration for this course requires prior approval.
RPS 6110. Graduate Proseminar. Required of all first-year students, this non-credit course is an introduction to the fields and methods of theological study for ministerial formation. Registration and active participation in all sessions constitute completion of the requirement. Proseminar is offered only in the fall semester – both on campus and online. It is graded on a pass/ fail basis.
It is simple to apply to the University of Dallas. We emphasize experience as well as academic record in the application review process, and we do not require a GRE score. Our enrollment coordinator can take you through the application process step-by-step and guide you on your path toward leadership in Catholic schools.
To be considered for the Master of Catholic School Leadership, students must meet the following requirements in addition to the general admissions requirements:
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Ashton Ellis, PhD, comes to the University of Dallas after nearly 10 years in fundraising at Hillsdale College.
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