Online Leadership Degree :: Accredited Universities

This course takes advantage of the strengths of a business oriented degree while meeting contemporary organisational leadership. It is offered as a general program or in a major of change management. The change management major is geared toward career managers who recognise the need to further develop their leadership skills in improving organisational adaptability, flexibility, sustainability, and capacity.

Entry Requirements

A candidate must have had three years' relevant experience involving administrative responsibilities, and have fulfilled the requirements for admission to a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at this or another university or tertiary institution.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

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The Master of Leadership is designed to create a deep understanding, at both tacit and explicit levels, of this important organisational role. The course is largely experiential and is aimed at fostering cognitive and behavioural habits which lead to appropriate actions where innovation and influence are required. Course content is underpinned with an exploration of current directions in thinking and research in this very dynamic field of research.

The course embraces a variety of approaches to teaching and learning ranging from didactic (lectures, course notes, formal assessment, etc.) to experiential (intensive residential units) and includes study and reflection on personal challenges, for example, in an outdoor ‘adventure’ program in the Audacious Leadership unit.

Entry Requirements

Completion of a tertiary program equivalent to not less than 3 years of full-time study at a university or other approved educational institution, or for those without a degree, a masters degree may be accepted in lieu of a 3-year bachelor degree, or a graduate certificate in a cognate area plus 5 years minimum relevant work experience. Applicants may be eligible for Credit for Prior Learning for appropriate units of completed postgraduate study.

In addition to completing an application form, prospective students must provide a statement (max. 500 words) about their current leadership role, their background, and what they hope to achieve from the course, and also supply a current copy of their CV.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

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

Incidental unit costs

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This degree program is designed to provide students with the business and management skills necessary to become effective leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs in today’s competitive economy. The degree offers both a practical management education and enough breadth in complementary academic subjects to prepare students to function effectively in complex private organizations or the public sector.
This concentration focuses on the complex leadership skills required for leading change that is a reality in today’s workplace. Students develop and strengthen their strategic skills, develop a broad understanding of the critical issues involved in leadership, and learn the tools required to provide leadership in their organization. This concentration is designed for students with current or recent work or volunteer experience. Students are required to explore and apply leadership theories to their practices in their work or volunteer environments.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants to specific programs are required to fulfill program admission requirements.
• Upon reading suggested or required course requisites, applicants registering in Open Learning courses must determine if their level of education or experience is suitable to meet course prerequisites and be prepared to support this declaration, if required. Once registered, students are affirming they either meet course prerequisites or are taking responsibility for their enrolment in courses, as applicable. In doing so, students are acknowledging personal responsibility for their educational proficiency and performance in the courses they have enrolled in. Open Learning students wishing to take courses on campus may have to prove that they meet certain prerequisites.
• Applicants must have proficiency in English at a level suitable to the course or program of study for which they are applying. University-level courses require English proficiency equivalent to Grade 12 English or higher. While most courses and programs offered through TRU-OL do not require any particular English proficiency tests, prospective students who have English as a second language may be asked to provide information concerning their proficiency in English.
• Normally, formal admission requires completion of a minimum of 60 applicable credits or a suitable two-year business diploma program. Applicants who do not meet this requirement but possess other post-secondary credits and/or significant experiential learning may also apply and may receive credit for courses taken and/or through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). Those assessed as lacking some requirements may be admitted to the degree program provisionally (pending completion of qualifying coursework).

Other Fees

• $91.78 Course Extension

• $86.13 Course Administration Fees

• $17.16 Technology Fees (Per 3 Credit)

• $114.60 Formal Grade Appeal

• $143.25 Program Planning Fees

• Shipping & Handling Fees

 Canadian Mailing Address: $21.00

 USA Mailing Address: $70.00

 International Address: $140.00

• $252.84 Material Fees (not including shipping)

Notes

• All persons are eligible for general admission to Open Learning and can apply for course registration as well as admission into credential programs. Differential fees and services may apply to applicants who are classified as international students as well as non-permanent residents of British Columbia.
• Applicants do not require a specific grade point average (GPA) and are not required to submit transcripts from secondary school to be admitted to TRU-OL and to register in courses.
• International students required to write their exams outside of Canada must submit a Statement of Presiding Supervisor form. Students are required to locate their own exam supervisor and once the student and supervisor have completed their portion of the form, it should be faxed or mailed to Open Learning.
• Currently Open Learning has exam centres in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan and Korea where students can access exam supervisors. Please contact the Open Learning Exams department at exams@tru.ca for contact information at these locations, or for any exam related questions.
• Those with a recognized two-year college business diploma receive a block transfer of up to 60 credits toward the degree. Other recognized diplomas are also eligible but may receive a reduced block transfer.
• Those with selected BC Institute of Technology (BCIT) business diplomas receive a block transfer of up to 72 credits toward the degree.
• Those with the Certified General Accountants' Association (CGA) foundation, advanced, and PACE levels receive block PLAR of up to 90 credits toward the degree, based on compulsory courses taken in their accounting programs and the association's mandatory practical experience requirements.
• Those who have completed the Certified Management Accountants (CMA) program may apply and are normally awarded a block of 90 PLAR credits for successful completion of the CMA's syllabus, entrance examination, Strategic Leadership program and experience requirements.
• Those in the process of completing the CMA or CGA program are eligible for provisional admission and may take TRU-OL courses concurrent to their CMA or CGA program.
• If a computer course was taken more than seven years prior to admission to this program and the student wishes to apply this course towards a specific computer course requirement, then the student must demonstrate currency in that topic to the satisfaction of TRU-OL, in order to be granted the desired transfer credit. This restriction does not apply to computer courses used for unspecified elective credit.

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Leaders who seek to become change agents from their local communities to the regional, state, and national levels will benefit most from the American College of Education doctoral program.

Leaders from all disciplines are welcome, including education, business, nonprofit management and community leadership. Applicants should hold a master’s degree including an M.A., M.B.A., M.Ed. or M.S., with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, from a regionally accredited institution. International degrees may also be accepted. Please visit the Admissions page for more information.

The Ed.D. in Leadership is a terminal degree with a dissertation requiring original research. The program can be accomplished by working professionals. Doctoral students choose between an emphasis in Educational and Community Organizations or in Online Education.

Students interact with leaders from non-profit organizations, community elected officials and other groups. Seminars feature guided interviews with noted leaders, interaction with mentors and peers, and exchange of ideas about new areas of research. Throughout the program, students utilize emerging technology to become proficient in integrating technology into their own workplace.

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D). in Leadership prepares graduate students to contribute to their professional communities as leaders who address real-world problems through evidence-based decision-making. Students engage with other professionals in their specific fields, including partners ranging from school districts and state government to businesses and nonprofits, to apply skills and knowledge to complex problems of practice. Doctoral students select an emphasis in either Educational and Community Organizations or Online Education. In addition to highly interactive, project-based coursework, students will pursue original research in leadership culminating with a dissertation. A faculty advisor and a doctoral committee will provide guidance.

Entry Requirements

You will need:

- Completed master’s or doctoral-level degree with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average from a regionally accredited institution

- Current curriculum vitae (preferred) or resume

- Goal statement demonstrating a clear expression of purpose and anticipated personal and professional goals

- Additional evidence may be required to fulfill program or state authorization agency requirements. Additional evidence may include, but not be limited to, verification of professional experience, test scores, interview as required by the program or state authorization agency.

- Interview with the Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership, Admissions Committee or designee

International Transcript Requirements
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All applicants must submit to the Admissions Office official, sealed college transcripts from each institution attended.

Transcripts that are international and/or not in English must be evaluated through AACRAO or any evaluation agency credentialed through NACES.

International applicants must request the course-by-course evaluation. The evaluation report must show that the non-U.S. education is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree to be considered for admission.

English Language Requirements
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All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate competence in the English language as demonstrated in one of three ways:

Submission of an official transcript showing a degree from a United States secondary school or regionally accredited college/university.

Submission of a transcript from a secondary school or college/university whose country uses English as a primary means of instruction, including, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand.

Submission of an official minimum score on the Paper-Based or Internet-Based TOEFL exam.

The minimum TOEFL score required for the Paper-Based Test (PBT) is 550, and for the Internet-Based (IBT) Test is 80.

Applicants to the Texas M.Ed. in Educational Leadership program must submit scores from the Internet-Based (IBT) TOEFL An overall score of 80, and a score of 26 on the speaking section is required.

The testing agency must send test scores directly to American College of Education.

Other Fees

Application fee: $100

Technology fee: $20 per credit hour (for a total of $1,280)

Dissertation fee: $200

Program conferral fee: $150

Notes

Students should attend face-to-face seminar per year of course.

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The online Ed.S. is a post-master's degree that does not require a dissertation. If you already have a master's degree and are thinking about pursuing a full doctorate in the future at ACE, the Ed.S. can be a great way to begin your studies. All Ed.S. coursework is applicable to the Ed.D. in Leadership. The program provides an excellent forum for problem solving and sharing current leadership issues. The culture of collaboration within the program is an invaluable resource for leaders working in fields such as education, nonprofit administration, business and public service.

The Ed.S. degree is a practitioner's degree, so it is designed especially for professionals currently working in their field. The degree does not include an internship or lead to a license or endorsement.

Students in the Ed.S. in Leadership program will:

- Seek, interpret and utilize evidence to inform decision-making.

- Develop a professional knowledge base through systematic inquiry.

- Explore issues of equity, ethics, and social justice.

Entry Requirements

You will need:

- Completed master’s or doctoral-level degree with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average from a regionally accredited institution

- Current curriculum vitae (preferred) or resume

- Goal statement demonstrating a clear expression of purpose and anticipated personal and professional goals

- Additional evidence may be required to fulfill program or state authorization agency requirements. Additional evidence may include, but not be limited to, verification of professional experience, test scores, interview as required by the program or state authorization agency.

- Interview with the Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership, Admissions Committee or designee

International Transcript Requirements
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All applicants must submit to the Admissions Office official, sealed college transcripts from each institution attended.

Transcripts that are international and/or not in English must be evaluated through AACRAO or any evaluation agency credentialed through NACES.

International applicants must request the course-by-course evaluation. The evaluation report must show that the non-U.S. education is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree to be considered for admission.

English Language Requirements
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All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate competence in the English language as demonstrated in one of three ways:

Submission of an official transcript showing a degree from a United States secondary school or regionally accredited college/university.

Submission of a transcript from a secondary school or college/university whose country uses English as a primary means of instruction, including, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand.

Submission of an official minimum score on the Paper-Based or Internet-Based TOEFL exam.

The minimum TOEFL score required for the Paper-Based Test (PBT) is 550, and for the Internet-Based (IBT) Test is 80.

Applicants to the Texas M.Ed. in Educational Leadership program must submit scores from the Internet-Based (IBT) TOEFL An overall score of 80, and a score of 26 on the speaking section is required.

The testing agency must send test scores directly to American College of Education.

Other Fees

Application fee: $100

Technology fee: $20 per credit hour (for a total of $740)

Capstone fee: $150

Program conferral fee: $150

Notes

Students should attend face-to-face seminar per year of course.

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