The Master of Science degree with a concentration in School Business Leadership (SBL) consists of ten courses (30 credits). Only graduate credit, not continuing education hours, can be counted toward the degree. Individuals should follow the course of study outlined below to ensure they meet all necessary program requirements. Courses can be taken in any order, but students should pay attention to the planned offering rotation so they complete their program in a timely fashion.

All courses are three credits each

SBL 501 Public Relations and School Communications (offered fall semesters)
SBL 502 School Facility Management (offered fall semesters)
SBL 503 Financial Operations of School Districts (offered fall semesters)
SBL 504 Financial Planning & Management for School Business (offered spring semesters)
SBL 505 Human Resources in Education (offered spring semesters)
SBL 506 Materials Management in Schools (offered summer semesters)
SBL 507 Information Technology in Education (offered summer semesters)
SBL 508 Student Transportation (offered spring semesters)
SBL 509 Food Service in Education (offered summer semesters)
SBL 510 Leadership for School Business (offered summer semesters)

you can download a pdf-formatted School Business Leadership Checklist. If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader needed to open this document you can download  a free one from the company's website.

Once you have applied to Wilkes either as degree-seeking or non-degree, you become eligible to register for classes. The registration period typically runs for two to three months prior to the start of the upcoming semester. Review the registration link at left for more detailed information regarding this process and timelines. Course offerings are listed in the appropriate schedule link under "Related Resources" at top right of this page.

A maximum of six graduate credits completed at another accredited institution may be used toward the MS degree. You must have completed the courses within 6 years prior to the date of admission to Wilkes University and have received a grade of B (3.0) or better. Official transcripts are required. Since there are no electives in the School Business Leadership program, courses must match those in the existing curriculum. Students should follow the process described in the "Transfer Credit Info" link at left to request review of credits.