Institute of Graduate Studies and Research

Educational Administration and Planning (MA)

Duration 2 Years
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About the Program

The Master's Program in Education Administration aims to train effective leaders who can shape, manage and adapt to change in educational institutions in the globalized world where rapid developments and changes are experienced. Our program also provides students with information on the leadership, motivation, change, decision-making, planning, problem-solving and communication processes that are necessary for the effective management of an educational institution. The planning, supervision and evaluation of the educational processes are additionally included in the scope of the program. The economical dimension of education is also of great importance. The experts educated in our program will also be trained in the subjects of education economy, budgeting, and cost-effectiveness. This master’s program will also serve for people who work in education and human resources departments of public and private sectors as well as those working at educational institutions. Employees of such organizations will be educated in a way to help them gain the ability to conduct needs analysis and organize courses for the continuous development of staff.

Education Opportunities

The Master of Education Administration Program has full-time staff including two professors and two assistant professors. Throughout the program, we offer research-based education with the use of all kinds of educational technologies. Smart boards are available in each classroom. Faculty members can show videos and films related to the subject they teach through the smart boards. In addition, our students make presentations using smart boards and share their projects with their group members. Our classrooms have equipment that allows students to work in teams. The students who are studying in the Master of Education Administration Program are given the opportunity to conduct scientific researches, participate in conferences and publish their works in scientific journals as well as benefitting from theoretical lectures. Our students are able to easily access scientific resources through some of the important databases provided by our university library.

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Career Areas

Graduates of the Master of Education in Education Administration Program will receive the title of ‘expert in educational administration’. The experts of educational administration gain expertise in other areas as well. Graduates will be able to work in the Ministry of National Education as well as in schools, universities and other educational institutions as administrators. Students will also be able to work as inspectors in primary schools, which are under the auspices of the Ministry of National Education. The field of education administration is an ideal career area for teachers who want to develop themselves not only to be a manager but also to cultivate the institution they work with, to contribute to school planning, to improve themselves in strategic thinking and vision creation.

Contact

Institute of Graduate Studies and Research
Graduate Sciences and Education Center, GE106
Tel: +90 392 671 1111 Extension: 2776
Institute E-mail: ciu-institute@ciu.edu.tr

Compulsory Courses

First Semester
THEORY AND PRACTICE IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

Course code

EDAP502

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

Students develop knowledge and skills in management theories and practices, basic management processes and gain effective management skills. They use this information to identify current problems and find solutions in educational institutions. The history of administrative science, classical management theories, contemporary management theories (system approach, contingency theory), management processes (leadership, motivation, change, communication, decision making, planning, organizing), organizational climate, organizational culture content cover the content of the course. The students have the opportunity to use the case studies in the lessons and to use the theoretical knowledge in problem identification and problem solving activities. Students use scientific research methods to research on a topic of their choice and share their findings with group members.
AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

EDAP5X1

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

EDAP5X2

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

RESEARCH METHODS

Course code

SOSC501

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

8
Students learn the scientific methods and techniques and develop their competence to evaluate research and prepare research projects. The basis of scientific research, scientific method, quantitative and qualitative research, problem statement, literature review, hypothesis, assumption, limitations, definitions, sampling methods, data collection (validity, reliability, item analysis, questionnaire development procedures, observation, interview), quantitative research methods (descriptive studies, correlational research, casual research, experimental research, single-case studies, meta-analysis), qualitative research (content analysis, case studies, action research, narrative research), reporting (organizing a scientific writing, parts of a scientific writing, general writing rules, showing the source in the text, preparing the list of resources). Students make scientific research about a subject that is related to their fields.
Second Semester
AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

EDAP5X3

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

EDAP5X4

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

SEMINAR

Course code

SOSC590

Credit

0

Theoretical

0

Practical

0

Ects

15
This course is designed to help develop a broad and unified perspective on research, research ethics and plagiarism, literature review, research methods and design, report writing and effective presentation techniques in social sciences. For this purpose each student will be required to do literature review on a topic related to his/her academic background and interest. As a result of their literature review the students will specify relevant further research areas. Each student will also prepare a report about the studies done so far in the topic and will cover methods used, findings, discussion and implications. Each student will share his/her report with other students in the course by doing a presentation followed by a discussion.
STATISTIC

Course code

STAT502

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

Third Semester
THESIS

Course code

EDAP500

Credit

0

Theoretical

0

Practical

0

Ects

Students will carry out an original study proving that scientific research on topics selected in the field of Educational Administration and Planning in accordance with scientific research methods and related legislation. Students work with the thesis supervisor at every stage of the thesis writing. Students make a detailed literature review. The thesis research consists of defining the problem, determining the hypothesis and the research method, determining the data collection tools, statistical analysis and / or content analysis and writing the findings, discussions and suggestions about the findings. At each stage of the thesis writing the student moves in the direction of the thesis supervisor's recommendations. After writing the thesis, the students defend it in front of a jury.

Elective Courses

Students who are interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies leading to a master’s, doctoral degree, or professional doctorate degree for the Fall and Spring semesters every year. Applicants can directly apply online to our graduate programs using the application portal.

International Applicants- Required documents:

  • Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
  • Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
  • Evidence of English Language competence: TOEFL (65 IBT) or IELTS (5.5). Students without these documents will take the CIU English proficiency exam on campus following arrival.
  • Scanned copy of international passport/birth certificate
  • CV
  • Fully completed and signed CIU Rules and Regulations document (which can be downloaded during the online application)

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Fee pe​r course     € 350,00
Fee for thesis     € 1.050,00
Fee for seminar     € 120,00 
Scientific Foundation per course     € 150,00
Annual Registration Fee € 295,00
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