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Leadership Education

Graduate Program Summary

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Graduate Degrees Offered

M.S.; Ph.D.*; Ed.D.*
Specializations - what's a specialization?
  • Distance Education (M.S.)
  • Leadership Studies (Ph.D. and Ed.D.)
  • Teaching and Extension Education (M.S.)
Areas of Study
  • Distance Education
  • Leadership Development
  • Teaching and Extension Education

*Ph.D. and Ed.D. available in Human Sciences with a specialization in Leadership Studies



  

Leadership Education

Application Checklist and Deadlines

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Required by Leadership Education

  • Entrance exam(s):
    M.S. Applicants:  None
    Ph.D. and Ed.D. Applicants:  GRE or MAT (Miller Analogies Test)
  • Minimum TOEFL:  Paper-550  Internet-79
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Letter of application
  • Resume
  • Answers to two open-ended questions provided by the department (Ph.D. and Ed.D. only)

Application Deadline

   Not accepting applications at this time. Check back for more details.

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Description of Program

The Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication offers a Master of Science degree in leadership education. This graduate program complements subject matter disciplines and supports leadership studies, training and development, extension education, postsecondary teaching, and positions in business, government, or the private sector.

The interdepartmental doctoral program in human sciences with a specialization in leadership studies is designed for individuals interested in leadership development theory or practice in a variety of academic and professional settings. It is ideal for current and future leaders in communities, government agencies, private sector organizations, and individuals aspiring to be leadership faculty in academic settings.

The Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication faculty and graduate students are internationally recognized for teaching, research, and outreach. We strive to develop close student-faculty relationships based on strong mentoring experiences, valuable internships, and in-depth seminars. We encourage these relationships by offering interactive online and face-to-face classes.



  

Graduate Bulletin

The Graduate Bulletin provides course descriptions, program requirements, and more:

Faculty and Research

John (Jay) Barbuto Leadership Theory; Self Concept-Based Models of Work Motivation; Influence Triggers and Processes; Power and Politics
Leverne Barrett International Leadership Theory; Collaborative Leadership; Community Development
Lloyd Bell Curriculum Development; Minority Education Issues
Jason Ellis Strategic Communications; Adult and Extension Education; Science Education
Susan Fritz Gender and Leadership; Community Leadership; Leadership Development Programs; Acceptance and Awareness of Biotechnology
Dann Husmann Distance Delivery Systems
James King Distance Education; Multimedia and Instructional Systems; International Agriculture
Gina Matkin Intercultural Sensitivity; Gender and Leadership Issues
Daniel Wheeler Servant Leadership; Leadership and Change; Leadership Development; Consulting Practices
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