Specialist Degree – Non Licensure – Programs – Educational Leadership – Department of Educational Leadership – College of Education

Leadership Core These credits should be selected with the Advisor	9 Credits
Courses should be from those most closely supporting one's profession
Research Core Research Fundamentals
EdAd 682 Seminar: Field Study Design	3 credits
Ed Ld 688 Project Demonstration	1–3 credits or
EdLd 699 Thesis	3–6 credits
Electives The remaining coursework depends on student needs	As Needed
Internship Application of leadership in a field–based experience
EdLd 698 Internship	1–6 credits
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 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.

Specialist Degree – Non Licensure