Higher Education Administration Certificate

Our Certificate in Higher Education Administration is designed for administrators, faculty, policy makers, and leaders in higher education who are interested in enhancing their leadership and management capabilities.

The coursework focuses on the practical application of core competencies that are critical for effective leadership in higher education. The Certificate courses fulfill elective requirements and may be applied towards completion of the MS in Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy degree. The program is designed for working professionals. All courses are eight weeks long and are offered online only.

Students may earn a certificate in Higher Education Administration after completing 5 courses (15 credits) chosen from the course listing below.

  • Introduction to Higher Education Administration
  • Organization and Governance of Higher Education
  • The Contemporary College Student
  • Law and Ethics in Higher Education
  • History and Economics of Higher Education
  • Higher Education Curriculum Development
  • Operations Management
  • Women in Higher Education
Contact the Graduate Admissions Office at 413.565.1332 or e-mail graduate@baypath.edu to learn more about this certificate program.

Graduate Program