Department of Educational Planning and Management

Posted by admin on Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Overview of the Department of Educational Planning and Management
The Department of Educational Planning and Management, established in the 2011/2018 academic year at Bule Hora University, operates under the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. It was created in response to the government's initiative to expand and diversify university education in Ethiopia. The department aims to produce competent educational leaders equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to address individual and organizational challenges within the Ethiopian education system. In addition to training professionals, the department is committed to supporting national development through quality education, community-based services, and research activities. Currently, the department offers a Bachelor of Arts in Educational Planning and Management, a Master of Arts in Educational Planning and Management (available in both regular and weekend formats), and a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies.
Vision
To be the preferred choice and a leading department in Ethiopian higher education by 2030, recognized for its competence and quality in educational planning and management.
Mission
To provide quality education, conduct problem-solving research, and offer community-based services that produce highly competent graduates in the field of Educational Planning and Management.
Core Values
  • Excellence in Education
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Community Engagement
  • Research and Development
  • Responsiveness to Educational Challenges
Objectives
  • To provide excellent quality education in Educational Management.
  • To produce high-quality graduates with an entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset.
  • To educate and train students for a dynamic and rapidly changing educational landscape.
  • To motivate students to become innovators who can effectively respond to challenges and opportunities in the education system.
  • To offer training in educational leadership and community service.
  • To conduct problem-solving research in Educational Management, Planning, and Pedagogy, focusing on national priority needs.
Affiliated Programs
The Department of Educational Planning and Management offers the following programs:
Program Level
Programs Offered
Undergraduate (BA)
Bachelor of Arts in Educational Planning and Management
Graduate (MA)
Master of Arts in Educational Planning and Management (Regular and Weekend)
Doctorate (PhD)
PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (Regular)
Admission Requirements
Admission criteria for undergraduate and graduate programs are established to ensure that candidates possess the necessary academic qualifications and readiness for their respective fields of study.
 
Staff Profile
The department is led by a dedicated team of professionals, including:
Name
Academic Rank
Position
Phone
Shiferaw Tirore
Lecturer & PhD Candidate
Head of Department
+251916672867