About
The M.Ed. Educational Leadership, Global program is designed for educators working in international schools across the globe. This recently redesigned program includes 10 courses now offered entirely online to better suit the needs of international educators. Join the next cohort of aspiring leaders.
The course content and skills acquisition in the program are designed to balance the latest research in educational leadership with practical, relevant experiences for current and future school leaders. Courses are intentionally designed to apply your past and current experiences to the new theories you learn and prepare you for effective leadership in international schools. You will also enhance your research and writing skills at the graduate level.
The master's degree is professionally focused and our alumni work as principals, school heads, school directors, superintendents, curriculum directors, teacher leaders, education consultants and education policy advisors across the globe in international schools and in their home countries. The master’s program can serve as preparation towards a principal certification or a doctoral degree.
Students start in the fall and complete the program in 16 months following the course sequence listed below. Courses are primarily online asynchronous and can be completed on your own time. Some courses include synchronous course meetings offered at a time reaching the widest number of students.
Application Requirements
- Online application
- Transcripts, minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate)
- Proof of English proficiency
Quick Facts
Transcript Evaluations: Evaluations are required for applicants who have earned a degree outside the U.S.
Application Deadlines: April 15 deadline for summer start, July 15 for fall start, December 15 for spring start. The application and all supporting materials are due by the listed deadlines.
Modality: Online
Course Requirements: 10 courses (30 credits)
Typical Course Load: 1-3 online courses in fall, winter, spring, and summer
Time to Completion: 16 months
Application Deadlines: July 15
Curriculum
All courses are 3 credits, unless otherwise noted. Course descriptions can be found in the course catalog.
All 10 courses required are offered in a 16-month cycle.
course number | course name |
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EDL 400 | Organizational Leadership & Change Management |
EDL 420 | Data-Based Decision Making |
EDL 421 | Instructional Leadership |
EDL 423 | Leading Inclusive Learning System |
EDL 424 | Leadership: Self & Groups |
EDL 467 | Supervision and Professional Development |
EDL 476 | School Resources Management |
EDL 479 | School Law and Ethics |
EDUC 403 | Research |
EDUC 471 | Diversity and Multicultural Perspectives |
*Equivalent PTC course available |