Online Educational Administration Leadership Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Master of Education (MEd) is offered to professional educators. You can choose to do coursework only, or you can combine coursework with a research paper.

The Master of Education builds upon graduate certificates offered within the Faculty and, if undertaken with a research paper, may articulate to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

As a graduate of this course you will possess an understanding of contemporary education issues and discourses; have high-level critical and evaluative skills; translate into practice your experiences and understandings of the program; and select appropriate research methods and techniques for educational research projects.

The management of learning is becoming a feature of many complex organisations that see themselves as 'learning organisations'. This course explores what might constitute the responsibilities of those involved in managing such organisations and the learning processes within them. While schools are a focus of much of the work in this program the basic ideas are equally applicable to other learning organizations and those who work within them.

Entry Requirements

The normal minimum educational requirement is:

four years of tertiary study inclusive of or in addition to an approved teaching qualification or

four years of tertiary study inclusive of or in addition to at least three years teaching experience.

Candidates with:

three years of tertiary study inclusive of or in addition to an approved teaching qualification or

three years of tertiary study inclusive of or in addition to at least three years teaching experience

who have satisfactorily completed a Graduate Certificate of Education at credit level or higher may be eligible to enrol directly into the Master of Education.

Special entry
Special entry is also available and assessed at the time of application.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

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The Master of Educational Administration and Leadership is an advanced level professional degree. It emphasises linking new ideas and strategies with action and practice in the candidate's "real world" institution.

In most cases, candidates will study towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Administration and Leadership or the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Administration and Leadership prior to entry into the Master of Educational Administration and Leadership programme. Transfer into this programme is dependent on satisfactory academic progress.

Entry Requirements

Before enrolling for the degree of Master of Educational Administration and Leadership you shall:

for entry to the 120 credit Master of Educational Administration and Leadership coursework pathway, have at least a B average in a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Administration and Leadership or equivalent; or

for entry to the 120 credit Master of Educational Administration and Leadership research pathway, have at least a B+ average in a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Administration and Leadership or equivalent; or

for entry to the 240 credit Masters, have qualified for the degree of Bachelor of Education or equivalent, with at least a B+ average; or

have qualified for any other degree of a New Zealand university with at least a B+ average and hold a professional qualification in teaching; and

have been granted admission to postgraduate study as entitled to proceed to the degree of Master of Educational Administration and Leadership; and

have satisfied the Academic Board that you have sufficient background of professional experience to be likely to benefit from the course.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

Textbooks

Incidental Unit Fees

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The Educational Administration and Leadership program is designed for professionals and academics who want to advance their administrative and leadership capabilities within a leadership role. As well as deepen their theoretical understanding of the field. Theory, knowledge, capacities, practices, and related skills are enhanced through the exploration of school change and improvement, organizational behaviour and theory, school governance, leadership roles, with and cultural diversity.
The program is also sensitive to leadership in the context of social justice as well as being consistent with the latest regional, national, and international leadership standards of practice. This area of study will be of particular interest to professionals both in Canada and internationally, as there is a growing global demand for school leaders to acquire quality credentials.

Entry Requirements

All applicants to any program must submit a letter and resume with their application. The letter should outline professional development goals and the specific ways in which graduate study can help them fulfill these goals.
All applicants must provide three references. At least one of the references must be an academic reference from someone who taught them as an instructor, teacher or professor, and who will write about their academic performance. (If their most recent degree was completed more than ten years ago, none of your referees need to be an academic reference. However, an acadmic reference would be preferred, especially if a course was recently taken.)
All applicants whose first language is not English must submit evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language. Such applicants should submit the results they obtain by completing the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL or its equivalent) including the Test of Written English (TWE or its equivalent). The minimum proficiency levels accepted by the Faculty of Education are scores of 650 on the TOEFL (280 computer-based) and 5.5 on the TWE.
All applications are assessed on a competitive basis. Satisfaction of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Applicants to the MEd Educational Administration and Leadership are required to hold a Bachelor of Education degree or its equivalent, with a grade point average of at least 3.0 (B, or its equivalent); and are expected to have at least one year of teaching or related professional experience. Applicants are expected to possess a background in the specialized area(s) of study to which they are applying; if not, makeup courses will be required.

Other Fees

Graduate Student Association (per term) $46

Technology Fee (per course) $5

Facility Access Fee (per term) $51

Facilities Improvement Fee (per course) $17.50

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The Department of Educational Leadership offers the doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in educational administration with a specialization in leadership in higher education. This program, which prepares students for positions of leadership in two- and four-year collegiate institutions, is geared toward professionals who are currently working in higher educational settings and desire a quality educational experience that allows them to continue meeting family and work responsibilities.

1. This Ph.D. program includes a focus on preparing graduates for administrative leadership positions at public or private four-year colleges and universities, community colleges, technical schools, and for-profit post-secondary institutions.

2. Master's degree coursework is applied to the curriculum such that students take 45 credit hours of coursework (15 courses) plus 18 dissertation hours to meet the requisite 90 hours needed to complete the degree. Students can complete the program in two academic years or five semesters. Students are required to complete three weeks of residency during the summer.

3. The program follows a scholar/practitioner philosophy that stresses knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for leading institutions of higher education in the twenty-first century. The program offers opportunities for mentoring and support from a network of alumni who provide valuable insight and guidance throughout the program.

4. The curriculum includes significant supervised practice coursework and blends class-based, practicum-based, and independent learning experiences. The curriculum also includes an integrated internship experience designed to familiarize students with a minimum of three administrative units within an institution of higher education. Coursework and dissertation projects focus on problems of practice.

5. Students begin the program with a cohort group and commit to moving through the program's schedule of studies with that cohort group. Students enroll full time (3 course for 9 credit hours) each semester for five consecutive terms over a two-year period, including a summer session. Coursework is delivered through a combination of online learning and intensive on-campus workshops. Internet and audio conferencing are some of the technologies used. Courses during the academic year consist of three Friday/Saturday on-campus workshop seminars and weekly Internet audio/video sessions that generally meet one afternoon per week. The summer session between the first and second academic year combines directed study and a required three-week residency on campus.

6. The program offers a consistent course schedule:

- Programs starting in the Fall of odd years: classes are held on Wednesdays
- Programs starting in the Fall of even years: classes are held on Thursdays

The Department of Educational Leadership has developed a short video presentation that provides a closer look at EDLR's Higher Education Program. We recommend you take a few minutes to view this insightful presentation to learn more about the Higher Education Leadership (Ph.D.) Program.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

1. Hold a master's degree granted by a regionally accredited institution.

2. Have earned a grade point average of a B+ or above on all graduate work attempted.

3. Provide a minimum of three letters of recommendation from persons who know the prospective student in a personal, and/or academic, and/or professional capacity.

4. Submit an official transcript from each school at which any undergraduate or graduate work has been done.

5. Provide scores received on the Graduate Record Examinations General Tests.

6. Submit a detailed narrative highlighting the applicant's personal and professional contributions to leadership in education. The admissions committee may require the applicant to appear for a personal interview and to present evidence of his or her ability to write acceptable prose under controlled conditions.

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MU’s Master of Arts in Educational Leadership is designed for professional educators who are seeking the skills and knowledge to become effective educational leaders. Four major content areas make up the educational leadership curriculum: leadership, research, professionalism and management competency/proficiency. Further development in the areas of human relations, diversity and technology are emphasized. This is a state-approved program for the building level principal license in the State of Michigan. It also has reciprocity across the United States.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School.

Applicants must have earned a valid undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year institution of higher education (an undergraduate student may apply after the final
semester’s registration is completed).

International students must meet the following additional criteria: an official score report from either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Test System (IELTS), or the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) must be sent by the testing service directly to the University. Student score reports, faxes or photocopies will not be considered official. Minimum scores for admission is 550 (Paper-based Test), or 79 (Internet-based Test) for the TOEFL; 77 on MELAB; or 6.5 (or higher) on the IELTS. If the TOEFL is taken, the Test of Written English (TWE) is also required. A conditional admission may be available to those students falling just below the minimum score requirements.

Applicants seeking their first master’s degree must have an undergraduate GPA of 2.7 overall or a GPA of 3.0 the second half of the undergraduate program. Applicants seeking a second master’s degree must have a GPA of 3.3 or better on their previous graduate degree.

Applicants must submit confidential appraisal forms from two professional supervisors and/or supervising professors that address the quality of the applicant’s professional work.

Applicants may receive these forms from the department office or online at the department website. The completed forms are due with the Application for Graduate Admission form.

Applicants must submit a résumé that details their professional and educational experiences.

Applicants must complete the Application for Graduate Admissions form.

On the graduate application, students must complete the personal statement of accomplishments and academic goals portion describing the reasons for requesting admission. This essay must be a minimum of 250 words and will be reviewed as an indicator of writing ability.

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