Mar 28, 2024  
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2016-2017 
    
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Higher Education Administration, M.A.


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The M.A. in Higher Education Administration prepares students to be scholarly, reflective, and transformative educational leaders in a variety of higher education institutions. The program emphasizes the vital contributions and nuances of serving in two and four year institutions, religiously affiliated institutions, and other private institutions. Students are prepared to serve as administrative leaders in all divisions and sectors of higher education.  Through coursework, fieldwork, and advising grounded in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and the Jesuit philosophy of education, we strive to graduate students of competence and conscience who are committed to a holistic understanding of student learning and development, administration as a vocation of service, and the creation of a more just world through education.

Program Learning Outcomes


  • Students will be able to articulate the history and role of higher education in American society.
  • Students will be able to describe organizational and governance structures typical to higher education institutions.
  • Students will embed the principles and values of Jesuit education in their coursework and practice.
  • Students will employ critical reflection skills when making decisions, analyzing data, and creating programs and policies.
  • Students will articulate informed viewpoints on issues facing higher education.
  • Students will approach issues and challenges from an ethical and just perspective.
  • Students will acquire the ability to adapt to the changing dynamics of the field.
  • Students will demonstrate basic administrative competencies such as planning, budgeting, assessment, and supervision.
  • Students will understand, evaluate and adapt developmental, organizational, and leadership theories to their practice.
  • Students will value and articulate the experiences of students, faculty, and staff from underrepresented groups.

Admission Requirements


The following are required for consideration of acceptance into the Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration program:

  1. Earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  2. The Graduate Division application, along with two official copies of transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
  3. A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Candidates who do not meet this minimum GPA requirement may submit an appeal through the Exceptions process.
  4. Written statement of intent (see website for prompt and content).
  5. Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
  6. Two letters of recommendation–one from a faculty member who is familiar with the academic ability of the candidate and one from a current or former supervisor familiar with the candidate’s leadership ability and character.

Admissions Process


When a candidate file is complete, all admission materials will be reviewed by the higher education program director and program faculty to determine admission status.

Course Requirements


An appointment with the Academic Program Director is required prior to scheduling courses. A grade of B- or higher is required for each course.

Comprehensive Assessment


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