James Veitch
Clinical Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership
Formerly a principal in Greece and superintendent in China, Veitch intended to return to overseas school administration but was inspired to remain here to prepare future principals and superintendents for the challenges of educational leadership.
School Administration, M.S.A.
Program Description
Overview
The Master of School Administration Program (M.S.A.) prepares individuals to lead schools and other educational organizations. It includes three dimensions:
- Awareness, defined as acquiring concepts, information, definitions, and procedures;
- Understanding, defined as interpreting knowledge to school environments, integrating concepts with practice, and using knowledge and skills in context; and
- Capability, defined as applying knowledge and skills to specific problems of practice (NPBEA, 2002, p.9).
While most of those who complete this program move into administrative positions at the school-site level, some assume roles within state, regional, or national organizations that focus on educational professional development, research, or policy-making. The completion of this program leads to eligibility for licensure from the North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction and qualifies one for administrative certification in most states.
As the centerpiece of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Educational Leadership programs, the courses and field experiences of the M.S.A. reflect the stated mission of the Educational Leadership faculty.
Admissions
Prospective applicants must hold a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university and provide official transcripts of all undergraduate study. An undergraduate GPA of 3.2 is desirable.
Most M.S.A. candidates do not have administrative experience, nor have they completed prior graduate study in educational administration. Admission is competitive. Successful applicants typically are currently employed, have a minimum of three years of school-based professional experience and possess a state license/certification.
Students are selected on the basis of their academic preparation, professional experience and intellectual and leadership potential. An interview may be required.
Program Contact
James Veitch, Ed.D., Program Coordinator
veitch@unc.edu
(919) 966-1354