Towson Learning Network
Higher Education and Conference Center at HEAT
Human Resource Development (M.S.) Educational Leadership Track
In an effort to assist teachers and school systems in the Northeastern area of Maryland, Towson University offers the Master of Science (M.S.) in Human Resource Development (HRD) The Educational Leadership Track.
This program is designed for certified teachers and other licensed professionals working in schools who aspire to become educational leaders and administrators at local and state levels. The program emphasizes the application of theory and research to practical human resource issues within the school house and school systems. This interdisciplinary program is designed to provide candidates with specific knowledge and practical skills and is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) for those seeking certification as Administrator I.
Certification for Administrator II requires the passing of the SLLA exam in addition to the requirements for Administrator I. For program information, including admission and graduation requirements, visit the following link:
The classes are held at the at the Higher Eduaction and Conference Center (HECC) at HEAT in Aberdeen, Maryland.
Executive Format
Courses are offered in an accellerated "executive" format. Three courses are offered each semester; each running approximately 8 weeks with classes running every other Wednesday (evening) and Saturday (day). Candidates take one course at a time finishing one before the next one begins. A typical semester could look like the following example of a fall semester sequence:
Leadership & Group Dynamics |
ILPD 668 |
W 5:00– 8:00 PM
Sat 9:00AM- 3:00 PM |
8/25, 9/8, 9/22, 10/6
8/28, 9/11, 9/25, 10/9 |
Leadership of Schools |
ILPD 716 |
W 5:00– 8:00 PM
Sat 9:00AM- 3:00 PM |
10/13, 10/27, 11/3, 11/17
10/16, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 |
School Law |
ILPD 603 |
W 5:00– 8:00 PM
Sat 9:00AM- 3:00 PM |
12/1, 12/15, 1/5, 1/19
12/4, 12/18, 1/8, 1/22 |
Application Information
If you are enrolling in this program and have not attended the Towson University Graduate School for the last three years, you must complete a Graduate School application.
Registration
Upon acceptance into the graduate school and department program, all candidates register for each course online. Typically the ILPD course sections at HECC@HEAT range from 601-610.
For more information regarding registration, contact Mary Ann Erdman, TLN Administrative Assistant at merdman@towson.edu or 410-704-2639.
Tuition and Reimbursement
Upon registration for class, you will receive an e-bill from the University's Bursar’s Office for full tuition and fees via your TU email account. The bill is not delivered by postal service. The University fees for the HEAT location are assessed at a reduced rate based on its distance from the main campus. This bill must be paid by the due date. Unpaid bills will be assessed late fees and after 90 days will be sent to a collection agency.
Each school system has a different reimbursement policy or procedure based on negotiated agreements with its unions. You may seek reimbursement directly from your school system upon completion of each course in the program. Please note the following:
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Your school system will not pay for your tuition if you receive a grade that does not meet your school system’s reimbursement requirements, if you receive a grade of I (incomplete), or if you receive grade of FX. Instead, you will be solely responsible for the tuition and fees.
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Your school system will not pay your tuition if you exceed their reimbursable credit limit. If you exceed your school system’s reimbursable credit limit, you are solely responsible for the tuition and fees
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Tuition and fees are subject to increase.
If you are taking courses for certification purposes, check with your local school system or Maryland State Department of Education certification personnel to ensure that you are registering for the course you need.
Grades and Transcripts
If you need a copy of your grades, you can receive them through Towson Online Services. You can get information about requesting official transcripts from the Registrar's Office.
Contact Us
If you have questions about the academic program, contact Dr. Jane Neapolitan, Graduate Program Director, at jneapolitan@towson.edu.
If you have general questions about programs in Northeast Maryland, contact John Desmone at
jdesmone@towson.edu.
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