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True leaders do more than just help an organization become successful-they institute and lead changes that benefit society. Creighton University's online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership builds on the University's Jesuit, Catholic tradition of social justice, self-reflection and service to create leaders with the vision, commitment, and know-how to become agents of transformational change.

Taught by Creighton faculty from the fields of arts and sciences, business, pharmacy and health professions, medicine and law, the online Doctor of Education in Leadership offers a unique interdisciplinary view of the field that is applicable across a range of industries, especially business, education, and health care.

Outcomes of the program include:
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The ability to use self-reflection as a tool for professional and personal growth

A knowledge of how to apply organizational, leadership, and change theories to your workplace

The development of effective interpersonal and organizational communication techniques

An understanding of funding and budgeting practices and legal principles

The ability to identify and implement technology to promote
systemic change

A creative outlook on ways to design, develop, apply, and assess ideas to improve practice

A framework for leadership rooted in faith, justice, and ethics with an international perspective

For students who qualify, the option to earn your K-12 Administrator (Superintendent) Certificate1

Entry Requirements

Students seeking admission to the Ed.D Program in Leadership should have a master's or equivalent professional degree from an accredited institution.

Applicants must submit the following documents before a candidate review can begin:

A completed formal application for admission, together with a $50 nonrefundable application fee; a letter of application; and a title page containing your name, address, work and home telephone numbers; your e-mail address, your employing institution name and address, your position, and the dates held.

An official transcript of all college work attempted and completed, sent directly from each institution attended. Photocopies from students are not acceptable.

A copy of your resumé that includes leadership experience and personal statement of goals related to leadership

An essay (maximum of 2 pages) describing your leadership experience and goals related to leadership.

Two samples of writing and/or research. Ideal samples include papers you have done for classes in your master's program, such as a thesis or field project, or reports or documents done in conjunction with your employment.

Three recommendations from individuals familiar with your academic background, leadership potential, achievements, and personal qualities.

All foreign applicants are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and have the scores sent to Creighton unless they can demonstrate proficiency in English in some other way. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based test) or 80 (internet-based test) is required.

A personal interview may also be required.

Other Fees

Notes

There are two residencies that will take place on the Creighton University campus in Omaha, Nebraska.

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This MSc is designed to receive graduates from a range of backgrounds (engineering, business, architecture, environmental and social sciences) and draw them into an understanding of the full breadth of human sustainability with energy as the core theme.

Energy systems have much wider implications than just how far we can drive or whether the lights stay on; energy is a fundamental component of our water and food resources too. This course allows you to reinforce your knowledge and understanding of sustainability within your own field of expertise, before inviting you to leave your comfort zone and engage with aspects which will be new to you.

For example, engineers may want to examine behavioural issues, environmentalists perhaps need to understand business drivers and architects need to assess how residents may interact with their structures. The course is designed in such a way that you can select modules of interest for CPD purposes, or accumulate towards an exit award, e.g. PgCert, PgDip or MSc.

You will be able to select from a broad range of modules including: Corporate social responsibility, risk, urban environment, social regeneration, economic contexts, energy security & conflict, strategy, renewable energy (issues, technologies & resources), building design & improvement, life-cycle analysis, energy systems, food, water, travel transport, environmental impact and CO2 management.

Robert Gordon University has long-established strengths in the areas of engineering, business, social sciences and architecture, with a substantial collective staff experience in sustainable practices, corporate social responsibility and other related fields.

The University is a major provider of personalised Open and Distance Learning education to thousands of professionals around the world. This course builds on the recognised strengths of established courses across the School of Engineering, Aberdeen Business School, Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and the Built Environment and the School of Applied Social Studies, all of whom are committed to high quality postgraduate development.

Entry Requirements

This course is suitable for those who hold an honours degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate discipline at 2:2 or above. However, we treat each applicant individually – if you have appropriate experience and the academic potential then we will interview you for a place.

English Language Requirements
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All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

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Enterprise architecture (EA) is the process of translating business vision and strategy into effective enterprise change by creating, communicating, and improving the key requirements, principles, and models that describe the enterprise’s future state and enable its evolution and transformation. This transformation process entails the analysis and design of an enterprise in its current and future states from a strategic, organizational, and technological perspective. The goals of EA are to improve the organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and agility by delivering business-aligned enterprise systems.

At the core of modern-day enterprise architecture is finding better, more effective ways to analyze, design, and implement solutions that support the business capabilities of the organization. In addition, EA provides an analysis and planning discipline to help ensure that enterprise systems have the agility needed to align with and support changes in business strategy and underlying business capabilities.

The EA process produces several things of value to the organization:

- a clear understanding of the strategic requirements of the enterprise
- models of the future state, which illustrate what the enterprise should look like across all EA viewpoints in support of the business strategy
- a road map of the change initiatives required to reach that future state
- the requirements, principles, standards, and guidelines that will steer the implementation of change initiatives

EA is an important transformational resource for any organization, large or small, in providing the enterprise-wide view needed to effectively develop and utilize systems and technology for competitive advantage.

Why Enterprise Architecture at Penn State?

The successful EA professional requires a unique combination of skills and perspectives. These professionals need to integrate strategic, business, and technology planning methods with an ability to understand, analyze, justify, and communicate the solution of enterprise architecture problems.

Penn State's online Master of Professional Studies in Enterprise Architecture (MPS in EA) program bridges many disciplines needed for success. The enterprise architecture degree is not focused solely on the technocentric side of enterprise architecture; it is an interdisciplinary degree that covers business and engineering, information sciences, and project/portfolio management, offering you a broader, more comprehensive perspective.

Providing a focal point for research and education in this evolving discipline, Penn State's Center for Enterprise Architecture was launched in January 2011 and bolsters current College of Information Sciences and Technology degrees and supports the college's ongoing efforts to develop and deliver new curricula at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

In addition to the master's degree program, World Campus offers a 9-credit graduate certificate in enterprise architecture, composed of courses from the master's core curriculum. If you choose to begin with the certificate program, the credits you earn may be applied to the master's degree in enterprise architecture.

Along the way to earning a master’s degree in EA, you can further enhance your résumé by earning a certificate in project management. The 12-credit certificate uses problem-based learning to provide a strong foundation in project management theory and practice. The program is AACSB accredited, and Penn State is a Project Management Institute (PMI)® Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), so your certificate will be a well-respected credential. To earn the Graduate Certificate in Project Management, you must apply for it separately.

Who Should Apply?

The MPS in EA program is multidisciplinary in nature, designed for working professionals with a variety of backgrounds, including information technology, business, engineering, and others (liberal arts, political science, and education). The courses are offered in a flexible, online delivery format to meet the needs of postgraduate students who are employed full-time, as well as the needs of the international student. If you want to enhance your professional competencies, advance your career, and position yourself to take on greater roles or change careers altogether, the MPS in EA is an excellent choice for you.

Career Opportunities

One of the many advantages of enterprise architecture is its application to a host of positions and opportunities. Although a relatively new career field in many organizations, EA is rapidly evolving, and many career paths are emerging. EA professionals are found in all types of organizations and industries today, including:

federal government
defense
aerospace
health care
insurance
financial services
pharmaceuticals
telecommunications
consulting

Entry Requirements

For admission to the Graduate School, an applicant must hold either (1) a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or (2) a tertiary (postsecondary) degree that is deemed comparable to a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. This degree must be from an officially recognized degree-granting institution in the country in which it operates.

All applicants are expected to have earned a junior/senior grade point average of 3.0 or higher. A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience is recommended.

International applicants
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All international applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), with the exceptions noted below. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 15 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, which requires completion of specified remedial English courses ESL 114G (American Oral English for Academic Purposes) and/or ESL 116G (ESL/Composition for Academic Disciplines) and attainment of a grade of B or higher. The minimum acceptable composite score for the IELTS is 6.5. Graduate programs may have more stringent requirements.

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The Professional Science Master's degree (PSM) in Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resource Management is an interdisciplinary degree that prepares graduates for science careers in business, government, or nonprofit sectors, and focuses on sustainability science as it applies to natural resources and the environment.

The Professional Science Master's degree combines graduate study in science with training in management, teamwork, financial understanding, marketing concepts and communication skills necessary for a successful professional career.

The curriculum consists of two program tracks and the degree can be earned in one of two departments, one in the College of Arts & Sciences and the other in the College of Agricultural Science and Natural Resources:

Track #1: ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Department of Biological Sciences , College of Arts & Sciences

Track #2: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Department of Natural Resources Management, College of Agricultural Science and Natural Resources

Entry Requirements

Individuals with a baccalaureate degree or working professionals who have a background in math, science, or engineering sufficient to enroll in graduate courses in the PSM program are encouraged to apply.

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These days, it's no longer enough for business to simply own and run property and other property-based resources. They must be managed economically, efficiently and effectively, so as to provide maximum income or output.

This course will train you in the principles and methods of successful facilities management, from technological processes to commercial considerations. You'll gain insights and make valuable contacts through industry visits and guest speakers who are current industry practitioners.
Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, this internationally-recognised course will provide you with a stepping stone to professional qualifications. Broad-based in its outlook, it caters to students from a wide range of backgrounds who can bring skills from their current disciplines to the field. Ideally, you'll have a construction-related degree, but those with degrees in Management, Accountancy or even Social Sciences have successfully completed the course.

Through direct teaching and research, you'll learn the principles involved in facilities management. You'll develop your ability to analyse, assess and design solutions, and gain an understanding of the business drivers and constraints that influence these solutions. Problem solving skills will be highlighted, as well as effective communication and presentation methods.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a UK Honours degree at 2:2 or above. We look for applicants to have a background in any discipline in order to be eligible for the programme.
We may also consider applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Ordinary) degree if candidate have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry. There may also be an additional essay requirement if candidate apply with less than an Honours degree, this would be confirmed on submission of the application to the Admissions Team.
If English is not candidate's first language, it is usually required that candidate sit an English language test in order to gain entry onto our postgraduate programmes. For details of the English language tests we accept please follow this link.
This course requires the standard IELTS 6.0 with no individual component score of less than 5.5 or equivalent.

Other Fees

Home/EU students: Dissertation £350

Overseas students: Dissertation £525

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