3.00 Credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Master of Education in K-12 Education Leadership program, the Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership program, or permission of the graduate program director.. Explores school communication, planning, human resources, and evaluation as primary themes in school management and operations. Provides an overview of current K-12 management conditions and theory. Reviews the role of legislation, policy, and leadership on the primary themes. Addresses communicating with stakeholders, strategic planning for school improvement and best practices in hiring and retaining school staff.