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Prepare to lead community-driven cultural preservation initiatives and navigate tribal, state and federal policies with the online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Cultural Resources program.

Online coursework develops your knowledge of sovereignty-based advocacy, agency and survivance; organizational leadership; and historical research methods, and a practicum emphasizes the archival and curatorial tools for safeguarding tribal artifacts and languages. This online program includes an embedded certificate in tribal sovereignty and does not require you to identify as Native American for eligibility.

Champion sustainable economic growth with the expertise gained through the online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Hospitality Management and Tourism program. This accessible program empowers you with proven strategies for customer engagement and event management.

Coursework emphasizes a deep respect for Native American heritage while equipping you with tools for high-level roles leading sustainable tourism initiatives in a thriving industry. This online hospitality and tourism management degree program includes an embedded certificate in tribal sovereignty and does not require you to identify as Native American for eligibility.

Explore the challenges and opportunities associated with tribal development with the online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Nation Building program. This flexible academic pathway focuses on advancing tribal independence while honoring Native values and traditions, preparing you to lead growth initiatives.

Supportive Indigenous faculty will develop your knowledge of governance and policy frameworks, cultural match, and holistic strategies for sustainable economic development. This online nation-building program includes an embedded certificate in tribal sovereignty and does not require you to identify as Native American for eligibility.

Implement community-driven projects and advocate for vital tribal initiatives with the online MS in Native American Leadership - Program/Project Management program. Our unique curriculum empowers you with leadership expertise tailored to budgeting, controlling project timelines and stakeholder engagement in Native American organizations or federal and state government programs related to Indigenous populations.

Instruction by supportive Indigenous faculty further your understanding of government regulations applicable to programs serving tribal organizations. This online program prepares you to skillfully execute projects that advance sovereignty and build economic strength in Indigenous communities. Identifying as Native American is not required for eligibility.

Learn to apply effective marketing strategies and deepen your knowledge of social media networks and online advertising for use in sports-relevant communications.

Prepare to develop sports programs within a tribal nation with a focus on related Native American history and current events with this online M.S. in Sports Administration – Native American Leadership program.

Prepare for leadership roles in organizations serving the developmental needs of children from birth to age 8 in the Master of Early Intervention and Child Development with an emphasis in Administration online program. Gain a valuable background in the regulation, governance, and case laws for children with disabilities—at all levels of government—which is essential to guide and work with policymakers and practitioners for the betterment of the children who need your help.

As part of this program, you will expand your knowledge base regarding typical and atypical development and behaviors, and be able to intervene on problems that affect infants, toddlers and young children from various backgrounds. You will also acquire expertise in special education law.

The Master of Early Intervention and Child Development with an emphasis in Native Populations online program helps you become an advocate for children ages 8 and under in populations who are frequently underserved when it comes to educational, medical, behavioral, and developmental oversight and aid. Explore diversity, culture and the history of Native populations and how that impacts economics, education, tribal governance, employment, health and more.

Plus, take a deeper look into protection acts, services, and laws pertaining to Native cultures and populations. As part of this program, you will expand your knowledge base regarding typical and atypical development and behaviors, and be able to intervene on problems that affect infants, toddlers and young children from various backgrounds.

Enhance your professional capacity to lead administrators, teachers, staff and, ultimately, students to success when you earn the Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Principal & Superintendent Certification. Delivered in an online format, this flexible program is designed for students who aspire to gain both principal and superintendent certification—or superintendent certification only.

As part of the curriculum, you will examine and explore special topics in public school law, learn to address and manage various school facility challenges and opportunities and gain real-world field experience by engaging in the principal and/or superintendent internship courses. You will also prepare to change the future of education for the better through enhanced collaboration, personal evaluation, growth and development and by building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. No GRE is required for admission.

Deepen your understanding of the American education system and learn the inner workings of school finance and administration in the Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Professional Track online program. This degree program builds on your classroom teaching skills and prepares you for leading roles in education, such as that of school principal.

In this online program, you will examine the history, theories, principles and practices of school leadership and learn the administrative and legal aspects of working with special populations such as special education, bilingual/ESL education and gifted and talented students. You will also learn to develop school improvement plans as part of the curriculum.

In the M.Ed. in Special Education – Autism and Developmental Disabilities online program, you will focus on low-incidence disabilities and students with significant support needs, gaining immediately applicable skills in designing behavior interventions and individualized instruction for students. You will graduate prepared to lead, teach and advocate more effectively for exceptional learners throughout their educational journey.

Develop the knowledge and skills to serve students with challenging needs, such as autism. Study applied behavioral analysis and intervention strategies and learn to support and evaluate individuals with diverse learning needs.

Increase your understanding of the unique needs of Native American students with the Master of Science in Native American Leadership – Education online program. This degree program is beneficial to anyone who works with or for any tribe in the U.S. You do not need to identify as Native American to obtain this degree.

This degree program offers detailed coursework that includes a historical overview of Native American education, an examination of principles and practices in school administration and effective school operations management for this specific demographic.

Expand access to quality patient care for Indigenous peoples with the online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Community Health program. Curriculum fosters a connection with Native American culture and examines the modern roles of health promotion and education and their impact on community wellness.

Build critical knowledge of culturally responsive healthcare solutions and learn strategies for integrating traditional and modern healing practices that empower you to drive systemic change. This master’s degree in community health program includes an embedded certificate in tribal sovereignty and does not require you to identify as Native American for eligibility.

The Master of Science in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems online degree program at Southeastern Oklahoma State University prepares you for success in any organization that has a need to store, secure and manage health information records for Native American tribes. You do not need to identify as Native American to obtain this degree.

This accelerated, online program gives you a detailed understanding of health information management and technology with an emphasis on the particular issues the Native American community faces. In this program, you will learn fundamental skills in health information management. You will also gain an understanding of federal law and funding for tribal healthcare systems.