The Master of Education in Educational Administration program will prepare students to face the challenging, competitive and dynamic academic world in any career that requires the understanding of academic concepts and processes. Graduates will learn how to become a competent academic leader in a variety of academic settings with a broad understanding of academic finance, professional development, human resource management, organizational behavior and change, curriculum design and evaluation, and legal issues in education. Through advanced-level knowledge, graduates will become an effective academic leader and learn how to solve problems in the evolving academic environment. Graduates of the Educational Administration program will possess the knowledge, skills, and attitudes which will provide a competitive edge over graduates of baccalaureate education programs; and therefore, provide opportunity for career advancement beyond the capacity of the baccalaureate prepared graduate.