Comparative and International Education, Graduate Certificate

Get certified in comparative and international education

This graduate certificate is designed for teachers, school/district administrators, international students and individuals desiring to work in diverse fields, including policy making, nongovernmental organizations, academic research and multilateral organizations such as the World Bank and United Nations.

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Overview

This program equips you to become more knowledgeable about educational philosophies and policies across the globe through examining comparative practices. You will gain a critical understanding of key debates surrounding education as an international issue.

Successful completion of the certificate program requires 12 credit hours (four courses) of graduate-level coursework. Credit hours are transferable to additional graduate degree programs.

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Coursework

Courses are offered on the OSU-Stillwater campus, with some online course options available. Online courses are delivered through Canvas, OSU's online learning platform. We facilitate peer-to-peer collaboration and community building using technology.

Required (three credit hours):

SCFD 5023: The Comparative Approach: Theory, Method and Practice

Elective (nine credit hours - select three of the following):

ANTH 5243: Globalization and Culture
CIED 6173: International Peace Curriculum Development
EDLE 5813: Leadership Theory and Ethical Decision Making
EDLE 5953: Developing Educational Organizations
EDLE 6483: School Leadership, Culture and Ethics
EDLE 6603: Organizational Theory in Education
HESA 6163: International Issues in Higher Education
NSCI 5553: Global Nutrition and Food Security
PHIL 5343: Seminar in East and West Comparative Philosophy
SCFD 5873: Culture, Society and Education
SCFD 6023: Comparative Education
SOC 5223: Culture, History and World Systems
SOC 5653: Gender and the Middle East (IS)
SOC 6463: International Issues in Environmental Sociology
WAED 5133: Internationalism, Globalization and Workforce Education

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Admissions Requirements and Deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants will be notified of admission status within four to six weeks of submission.

To apply for the program, submit the following:

Graduate College application
Transcripts from all previously attended institutions (undergraduate degree from an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 GPA required; admission with qualifications may be considered)
Academic vita/resume
Statement of professional goals

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