The Master of Education degree with a concentration in leadership provides education professionals the platform to increase educational effectiveness, develop their leadership skills, and maximize classroom management, all from the convenience of the online environment. A graduate-level education degree from Waldorf will help educators to improve their command of the classroom, increase credibility within the profession, and prepare them for career advancement. This degree is perfect for current educators interested in pursuing careers such as a testing coordinator, lead teacher, corporate trainer or general educational leader.
Curriculum Description
Pairing a diverse mix of educational and organizational leadership, the Master of Education degree with a concentration in leadership builds the foundation for career advancement. Blending an informative class mix from ethical leadership to student-centered differentiated instruction, this graduate degree program will prepare educators for a successful career in educational leadership.
This program is available online only.
Master's Degree Requirements
- Completion of 36-credit hour curriculum
- Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA
- Grade of B or higher in all required courses and professional electives
| Prefix | Number | Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU | 5000 | Adults as Learners | 3 |
| EDU | 5100 | Personal Leadership Skills and Team Building | 3 |
| EDU | 5101 | Culture of Continuous Improvement in Education | 3 |
| EDU | 5102 | Student-Centered Differentiated Instruction | 3 |
| EDU | 5200 | Building Professional & Community Relations | 3 |
| EDU | 6000 | Assessment, Learning and Action Research | 3 |
| EDU | 6100 | Classroom Management for Effective Learning | 3 |
| EDU | 6900 | Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| Total Major Requirement Hours: | 24 | ||
| Prefix | Number | Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORG | 5000 | Personal Leadership Development | 3 |
| ORG | 5100 | Leadership Theory and Practice | 3 |
| ORG | 6600 | Culture of Learning Organizations | 3 |
| ORG | 6700 | Diversity and Inclusion in the Organizational Culture | 3 |
| Total Concentration Hours: | 12 | ||
| Grand Total: | 36 | ||
A bachelor’s degree in education and current occupation as a teacher is strongly recommended as a prerequisite. A state-issued educator certification is not included in this degree program and prospective students are recommended to contact the certifying states regarding the specific requirements in the respective state. Please contact our admissions department if you have any questions concerning the program.
Note this program is designed for licensed teaching professionals. If you are not licensed, you can learn learn more about our licensing partner, TeacherReady®.