Graduate Leadership

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Program Description

The liberal arts informs the Graduate Leadership program at Gordon College. Learning experiences are designed from a variety of perspectives within a Christian worldview, and students are encouraged to view issues and challenges through unique lenses allowing for divergent thinking and creative expression. Experiential learning is an integral component to help discover their God-given leadership skills. Knowing themselves and their ability to examine the heart and head issues that detract from exemplary service is thoroughly integrated into the curriculum. This is accompanied by the development of effective conflict resolution skills, communication approaches, team management and introductions to the expectations of an educational leader. Veteran mentors partner with students and serve as supporters, sounding boards, encouragers, admonishers, and sharers of experiences. Additionally, experienced leaders from a myriad of professions share their journeys with the students. A biblical worldview permeates the leadership degree as students seek knowledge, clarity and guidance in their effort to fulfill the call of God on their lives.

Master of Arts in Leadership (M.A.)

Designed by leaders in Christian school education, this program focuses on the development of emerging and active school leaders in PK-12 and college environments. The 30-credit hour program includes an on-campus residency experience during the summer. During the school year, courses are offered on a virtual online format.

Traditional Cohort:

Students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Leadership (M.A.) have the opportunity to experience residency for two consecutive summers held at Gordon College’s campus in Wenham, MA. Each residency will be one week and includes an intensive course.

International Cohort:

Students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Leadership (M.A.) International cohort have the opportunity to experience residency for their first summer in the program for two weeks on Gordon’s campus in Wenham, MA. This residency will include two, weeklong intensive courses.

Classical Cohort:

Students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Leadership (M.A.) Classical cohort have the opportunity to experience residency both on Gordon’s campus as well as in Orvieto, Italy and an onsite practicum during the winter (location varies). The program follows similar course requirements but includes two unique options developed for Classical educators in lieu of LEA 710 and LEA 720 .

Education Specialist in Educational Leadership (Ed.S.), Christian Education Concentration

Traditional Cohort:

The Education Specialist in Educational Leadership (Ed.S.) is an advanced degree program designed for students who desire to obtain additional expertise in the area of educational leadership but already hold a master’s degree. The Ed.S. consists of 30 credit hours. Students enrolled in the traditional cohort that meet these qualifications are eligible to work towards their Ed.S.

International Cohort:

The Education Specialist in Educational Leadership (Ed.S.) is an advanced degree program designed for students who desire to obtain additional expertise in the area of educational leadership but already hold a master’s degree. The Ed.S. consists of 30 credit hours. Students enrolled in the international cohort that meet these qualifications are eligible to work towards their Ed.S.

Classical Cohort:

The Education Specialist in Educational Leadership (Ed.S.) is an advanced degree program designed for students who desire to obtain additional expertise in the area of educational leadership but already hold a master’s degree. The Ed.S. consists of 30 credits hours. Students enrolled in the Classical cohort that meet these qualifications are eligible to work towards their Ed.S.

Programs

Master

Leadership (M.A.)

Education Specialist

Educational Leadership, Christian Education concentration (Ed.S.)

Courses

Leadership