Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership

Manage the complexities of a post-secondary environment

Higher education institutions need administrators trained to navigate the complexities of post-secondary environments.

As a current or aspiring post-secondary administrator, you'll study leadership theory and best practices specific to universities and colleges.

Using systems thinking, you'll explore challenges in administration and propose strategic solutions.

Critically assess research in higher education leadership and prepare to apply your knowledge.

Program outcomes

Once you've completed this program, you'll have:

• a systems thinking approach to tackle post-secondary institutions challenges and opportunities
• an enhanced understanding of higher education scholarship and its practical applications
• the ability to engage in self-assessment to enhance your leadership skills, relationships and career goals

Our graduates find success in senior leadership roles at universities and colleges (e.g., vice president, director, coordinator, dean), and leadership and administration roles in student affairs, enrolment services, IT, advancement and business development.