Programs

The PhD program in Educational Leadership, Research, and Policy is designed to meet the professional and personal needs of educational leaders in school districts, higher education institutions, and non-governmental organizations through rigorous coursework and faculty-student research labs. These experiences prepare students for successful completion of a dissertation and professional application of leadership, research, and policy skills and knowledge.

The MA in Leadership and Advanced License Programs (Principal License, Special Education Director License, and Administrator/Superintendent License) have been carefully designed to ensure the development of educational leaders who can transform schools into learning communities in which all members of a diverse society are accorded opportunity and respect. The curriculum has been developed on a foundation of research in the areas of organizational leadership, inclusive leadership, instructional leadership, professionalism, and data literacy. These programs satisfy accreditation requirements of the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) and the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE).

This program is designed to be a flexible education pathway for Pikes Peak region service-members. It complements and enhances service-members' Professional Military Education (PME) provided by their respective branches by delving more deeply into critical thinking and leader fundamentals than can be accomplished in the military. Success in the course sequence includes the acquisition of relevant professional knowledge leading to advancement, greater opportunities in their duties, and promotion.

The certificate is comprised of four courses (12 credits total), delivered in a hybrid format, with several in-person sessions.