Educational Leadership Degree Overview
The Master of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Educational Leadership allows students to customize their programs, meeting their unique career goals through the selection of alternative coursework in related fields such as human resources, public administration, organizational leadership, and business administration. This program is designed for those seeking to develop their leadership skills without pursuing a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential for public school administration.
- Apply leadership skills to promote effective problem-solving and collaborative decision-making.
- Develop a theoretical research project utilizing one or more methodologies.
- Analyze best practices within global educational systems.
- Utilize theories of learning and brain research to enhance teaching and student learning.
- Evaluate curriculum design as it relates to meeting the diverse needs of students.
- Analyze issues and make ethical decisions within an educational context.

AAQEP - Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
The University of Massachusetts Global is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. This program has been awarded initial accreditation status with AAQEP through June 30, 2030. Accreditation acknowledges that a program prepares effective educators who continue to grow as professionals and has demonstrated the commitment and capacity to maintain quality.