Master of Science in Educational Leadership
Program Quick Facts
Program Length
2 yearsDescription
The online Master of Science in Educational Leadership degree program from Western Governors University was specifically created for those individuals who are currently licensed and practicing teachers, and who are looking for a degree program that will aid them in developing the myriad of skills that are needed to become a school principal.
This online Educational Leadership degree offers students a case-study approach that has been designed to integrate educational leadership best practices with a curriculum that focuses on both theoretical and practical aspects.
This online master's in Educational Leadership degree will enable its students with the skills and understanding that is needed to design, develop, and implement effective standards-based educational improvement plans.
The online courses in educational leadership are all based on multiple national standards, which include:
- Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC)
- The principles of the Baldrige National Quality Program's Education Criteria for Performance Excellence in Schools
At the completion of this online degree in educational leadership program you will be prepared to serve as a highly effective, instruction-based, certified principal.
Western Governors University offers students a unique tuition plan in which rates are per 6-month term, not per credit hour, to help students get a quality education at a lower cost.
Accreditation
Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting CommissionNorthwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)