The licensure program for school administrators is offered in a flexible format to meet the needs of working adults. Classes are scheduled primarily in the evening and on the weekends during the school year, and at various times in the summer. Instruction focuses on applied research-reference skills needed by school and other educational administrators to become leaders managing effective organizations. EDUL616 Sociological Techniques and Research Methods 3 credits EDUL617 Educational Research and Assessment 3 credits Those students who have taken courses listed above as part of their master's program may replace them with electives following the usual distribution rules. EDUL606 Supervisory Principles 3 credits This course focuses on analyses of various methods of supervision.
Students develop a personal model for more effective supervision.
EDUL611 Financial Management 3 credits The emphasis of this course is on budget allocations, planning, reporting, and auditing. Financial systems at state, district, and school levels are discussed. A minimum of 320 clock hours is spent in a selected elementary, middle, or high school as an aide to a licensed principal. The seminar correlates with the field experience. Discussions and readings focus on issues and questions arising from the actual experience.