MA in Higher Education - Higher Education Management and Organizations in Ann Arbor United States | University of Michigan Ann Arbor

The Master of Arts in Higher Education specializing in Management and Organizations examines how colleges and universities function as institutions. This program builds essential knowledge about higher education's operational structures and external influences, while cultivating skills in organizational leadership and administration. Throughout the curriculum, you'll study various aspects of postsecondary institutions, including their governance models, strategic planning processes, financial management, and evaluation systems. Participants learn to analyze educational organizations through multiple lenses - considering their social, political, and economic dimensions alongside internal operational realities. The program fosters strategic thinking abilities that enable graduates to navigate the evolving landscape of higher education, drive transformation, and motivate teams toward excellence. Graduates typically enter professional roles across campus operations, such as academic administration, financial management, strategic planning, development, student services, or public engagement.