Master of Education in Leadership

Program Overview

It offers a comprehensive curriculum with a focus on effective school management, leadership, teacher training, and creating positive learning environments. The program includes a capstone project and provides networking opportunities for students to connect with faculty, students, and alumni in the education field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objective:

To prepare educational professionals for leadership roles in elementary, middle, high schools, colleges, and universities by equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective school management, leadership, teacher training, and positive learning environment creation.

Description:

• Offered online or in a blended format with small class sizes for personalized instruction
• Faculty comprises successful and experienced school leaders practicing what they teach
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is the sole entry requirement
• Completion of the program qualifies graduates for Washington state administrator certification
• 78 total credits

Outline:

Program Length:

5 quarters (20 months)

Format:

Online or blended

Structure:

• 36 core credits
• 15 specialization credits
• 3-credit capstone project

Courses:

Graduate Foundation Core (9 credits):

• EEA 509 Leadership for Diverse Learners (3)
• EEA 512 Academic Inquiry and Action Research (3)
• EEA 514 Current and Historical Educational Perspectives (3)

Educational Leadership Core (15 credits):

• EEA 521 Educational Leadership (3)
• EEA 524 School Law (3)
• EEA 533 Supervision of Instruction (3)
• EEA 537 Conflict Management and Community Relations (3)
• EEA 547 HR and Finance Management (3)

Educational Leadership Specialization (15 credits):

• Choice of specialization with program director approval
• Examples: Curriculum & Instruction, Technology Integration, Special Education Leadership

Educational Leadership Capstone (3 credits):

• EEA 601 Educational Leadership Portfolio, Presentation, and Action Research (3)

Assessment:

• Continuous assessment through assignments, discussions, projects, and presentations
• Comprehensive final exam for each course
• Capstone project demonstrating mastery of program learning outcomes

Teaching:

• Emphasis on active learning and collaboration
• Experienced faculty with real-world school leadership expertise
• Utilization of various online learning tools and resources
• Personalized feedback and support provided to students.

Careers:

Potential career paths:

• Principal
• Assistant principal
• College provost
• Instructional coordinator
• District administrator
• Dean of students or faculty

Networking opportunities:

• Connect with faculty, students, and alumni through online platforms and events
• Gain valuable insights and build relationships within the education field

Other:

• Completion of the program allows for pursuit of an additional 12-credit internship and seminar series within five years to obtain a Washington state residency principal or program administrator (or both) certificate.
• Military tuition benefits available for active-duty service members and their spouses, including the Post 9/11 GI Bill® and Tuition Assistance.