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An Advanced Degree Equals a Competitive Advantage

Earning a master’s degree from UMass Global can set you apart with specialized knowledge that employers value — knowledge and skills often required for leadership roles, professional licenses, or doctoral pursuits. On average, those with a master’s earn 21% more than bachelor’s degree holders, according to NCES. Our 100 percent online programs are built for working adults and backed by over a decade of online education experience. With 31 career-relevant concentrations — some with fieldwork — UMass Global master’s degrees offer flexibility, depth, and strong returns on your investment in your future.

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CA Only
Teaching & Education

Education (Teaching and Learning), MA

This Master of Arts in Education expands your teaching and curriculum design skills, while expanding your career and salary potential. Your coursework will position you to become an educational leader, a master teacher, and a mentor to other educators.
Aug 25, 2025

Education (Teaching and Learning), MA

CA Only
This Master of Arts in Education expands your teaching and curriculum design skills, while expanding your career and salary potential. Your coursework will position you to become an educational leader, a master teacher, and a mentor to other educators.
Master's
Online
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Online
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30 Credits
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Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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Incl. CWA Autho
CA Only
Psychology & Counseling

Educational Counseling, PPS Credential (School Counseling), MA

Position yourself to become a school counselor for grades K-12 with this master’s degree in counseling. Your coursework will also earn the Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) in School Counseling for California.  
Aug 25, 2025

Educational Counseling, PPS Credential (School Counseling), MA

Incl. CWA Autho
CA Only
Position yourself to become a school counselor for grades K-12 with this master’s degree in counseling. Your coursework will also earn the Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) in School Counseling for California.  
Master's
Online
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Online
Coins
48 Credits
Calendar
Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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CA Only
Incl. PASC
Leadership

Educational Leadership and Admin, PAS Credential, MA

Through online learning and job-embedded clinical practice, this program prepares you to become a California elementary, middle, or high school administrator at a school site or district level.
Aug 25, 2025

Educational Leadership and Admin, PAS Credential, MA

CA Only
Incl. PASC
Through online learning and job-embedded clinical practice, this program prepares you to become a California elementary, middle, or high school administrator at a school site or district level.
Master's
Online
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Online
Coins
34 Credits
Calendar
Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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Human Resources

Human Resources, MS

Gain the skills and tools you need to maximize employee engagement and address cultural, regulatory, and behavioral issues in a diverse workforce. You’ll learn strategic management, staffing, training and development, conflict and negotiation, employee benefits, and legal issues.
Aug 25, 2025

Human Resources, MS

Gain the skills and tools you need to maximize employee engagement and address cultural, regulatory, and behavioral issues in a diverse workforce. You’ll learn strategic management, staffing, training and development, conflict and negotiation, employee benefits, and legal issues.
Master's
Online
UsersGroup
Online
Coins
36 Credits
Calendar
Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
08/25/2025

Testimonials

My academic advisor was a great support system. He was my advisor throughout my program and he took the time to learn about me personally so we could make the best schedule to accommodate my life.

Steve L.
Education, Teaching and Learning, MAE

Before, I was stuck in the process. Now I have the larger picture. I am more well-rounded. I would like to move to a management/leadership position and working on my MBA has made me better candidate.

Sandra W.
Business Administration, MBA
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