Higher Education Administration, Graduate Certificate

Institutions of higher education around the world are facing considerable pressures that range from changing demographics to financial strain amid disruptions unimaginable 20 years ago. Administrators must develop foundational skills to create conditions that allow their students and institutions to thrive in a constantly changing world. The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration is designed to prepare practitioners for the unique and difficult challenges facing the next generation of higher education professionals. This program allows students the flexibility to build upon their skills in a customized manner with a focus on practical skills and course designs firmly grounded in experiential learning.

The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration program seeks to prepare students with the knowledge to understand the structure, governance, and operation of various higher education organizations. Within the context of classes, students have an opportunity to develop solutions to real-world problems. 

Unique Features

• The ability to complete the program 100 percent while accessing and contributing to an extensive professional network—critical in the world of higher education.
• Northeastern faculty who are currently meaningfully engaged in the field, bringing their practical expertise to our students.
• The integration of experiential projects within several courses allowing students to develop practical skills.
• Credits can be applied toward the Master of Education, Higher Education Administration program.

Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.

Required Core Courses

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
EDU 6202	Faculty, Curriculum, and Academic Community	4
EDU 6205	The Demographics of the New College Student	4
EDU 6219	Higher Education Law and Policy	4

Elective

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Complete one of the following:		4
EDU 6217	The History of Colleges and Universities
EDU 6218	Money Matters: Financial Management in Higher Education
EDU 6224	Strategic Leadership in Enrollment Management
EDU 6234	Program Evaluation, Assessment, and Accreditation in Higher Education

Program Credit/GPA Requirements

16 total quarter hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required