Educational Leadership (EdS)
Learn skills necessary for central office success.
Learn skills necessary for central office success.
Are you an experienced educator ready to take your leadership to the next level and make a lasting impact on your school or organization? Do you seek the advanced knowledge and skills to tackle complex challenges and drive positive change? Madonna University's Education Specialist (Ed.S) degree in Educational Leadership equips you with the tools and confidence to excel in central office positions, including curriculum and instructional directors, department chairs, and aspiring superintendents.
Students in US public schools speaks a native language other than English.
Our innovative curriculum goes beyond traditional leadership training, delving into critical areas like:
Choose from a variety of elective courses to align your program with your specific goals and interests, such as:
Earning an Ed.S in Educational Leadership is an investment in your professional growth and leadership potential. As a graduate, you'll be prepared to:
Contact Madonna University's graduate admissions team today to learn more about our Ed.S in Educational Leadership program and take the first step towards your leadership journey.
The Master of Science in Educational Leadership is designed for part-time students with full-time work commitments. This program follows national and State leadership standards and candidates are eligible for administrator certification in Michigan upon program completion.
This program extends leadership capabilities developed in the Education Specialist in Educational Leadership, as well as leadership related master’s degree programs (such as Education Leadership, Catholic School Leadership, Higher Education, Health Services Administration, Social Work).
B.S. Central Michigan University
M.A. University of St. Joseph
Ed.S. Oakland University
Ed.D. Michigan State University
734-432-5651, 2230H
Director and an Assistant Professor in the College of Education. She joined the full-time faculty of Madonna University in 2023. She received her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Michigan State University. Experienced professor and school-based and central office administrator with a demonstrated history of success and leadership in higher education. Her research interest includes collective responsibility of educational partnerships and improved learner outcomes.
B.S. Northern Michigan University
M.A. Eastern Michigan University
Ed. S. Wayne State University
Ph.D. Eastern Michigan University
lsharon@madonna.edu
734-432-5334, Room 2230F
Dr. Les Sharon is the Director of Student Teaching and of the Masters of Science in Transformational Educational Leadership and the Director of Student Teaching. His professional background includes thirty-three years in K-12 education as a special education teacher, general education teacher, Reading Recovery teacher, and building principal. His work focuses on the formal preparation of future educational leaders that will someday transform struggling schools into effective, high-achieving learning communities that meet the needs of all students. He received his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Eastern Michigan University and holds endorsements in elementary and secondary administration, general education (K-8 all-subjects), and special education including cognitively impaired and learning disabilities.
Dr. Sharon’s research interests include examining the role status functions play in school organizations as they relate to curriculum enactment as well as role of language in effective school leadership. He works closely with the Beijing Comparative Educational Institute and with colleagues at the Xi’an University to provide educational opportunities for school leaders and teachers all over China. Dr. Sharon served as an adjunct professor before joining Madonna University full-time as an assistant professor.
B.S. University of Michigan – Flint
M.S. Oakland University
Ed.S. Oakland University
Ph.D. Oakland University
734-432-5785, 2230D
Dr. Sue Ann Sharma is the Interim Dean of the College of Education and Human Development at Madonna University. Previously she served as the Graduate Education Chair for the Education Division of the College of Education and Human Development. Her career in higher education was preceded by extensive leadership experience in education at school and central office levels. Additionally, she has state-level leadership as the President of Michigan Reading Association.
Passionate about educational excellence, Dr. Sharma is dedicated to preparing teachers to address the diverse needs of learners. Her commitment extends to developing instructional literacy leaders, contributing to the future of education. As an advocate for literacy, she has actively served on the International Reading Association's Literacy Reform Task Force and Michigan Reading Association Board of Directors.
Sharma's academic pursuits focus on early childhood education, culturally responsive pedagogies, digital curation, and online teaching and learning. Through her research, she aims to advance knowledge in these critical areas, contributing to the ongoing evolution of effective educational practices. A respected figure in academia, Dr. Sue Ann Sharma continues to inspire and shape the educational landscape, leaving an indelible mark through her leadership, research, and commitment to fostering excellence in teaching and learning.
