Specialist Degree

Leadership Core	9 Credits
EdLd 651 Seminar: Ethics in Leadership	3 credits
EdLd 652 Seminar: Leadership Studies	3 credits
EdLd 647 Seminar: Organizational & Systems Change	3 credits
Research Core Research Fundamentals and Thesis for the Specialist Degree	6–9 Credits
EdAd 682 Seminar: Field Study Design	3 credits
EdLd 699 Thesis	3–6 credits
Required Content	6 Credits
EdAd 676 Administration of Higher Education	3 credits
EdAd 668 Human Resource Management	2 credits
EdAd 681 Planning and Facilities Management	3 credits
Field Experiences	3–6 Credits
EdLd 698 Internship	3–6 Credits
Electives The remaining coursework depends on student needs	As Needed
Total Credits Note: 24 credits must be earned from the Educational Leadership Department	30 Credits Minimum

All courses should be planned in consultation with the Advisor. Modifications require the Advisor's approval.
An official Plan of Study must be submitted to the advisor prior to completion of 20 credits.
See the Minnesota State University, Mankato Graduate Studies Bulletin for other specific academic information for which graduate students are responsible.
Follow your student checklist during your program. Graduate Office forms are available on the Graduate Studies website.