Master of Education in Educational Leadership
A New Cohort-Based Masters Program, Preparing Practice-Ready Leaders for the 21st Century
The Master of Education in Educational Leadership degree program prepares students for an elementary or secondary principalship. Through practice-relevant coursework and a mentored internship, students will expand their expertise and competence as teachers and future building leaders.
This program leads to a Master of Education degree and upon completion of the program, students are eligible to apply for Administrative (Principal) Certification offered by the State of Michigan.
Program Features
- Coursework completed with a cohort of 12-15 people
- 32 credits completed in less than 2 years
- Combination of face-to-face and online courses
- Mentored internship across the entire program
- Preparation of an online portfolio, appropriate for job-seeking
- Faculty with expertise in principal leadership
- Cohort coordinator teaches first and last course
- No fees beyond tuition. Financial aid and payment plans available.
- State-approved for Michigan Principal Certificate
Program Requirements and Course of Study
This program requires 32 credits, 4 of which are completed through a two-semester internship program. Graduates will prepare a web-based portfolio that addresses the ISLLC Leadership Standards. No grade below a 2.8 may be applied to the degree and an overall GPA of 3.00 must be maintained.
For complete information on the program requirements and full list of the courses, please click here.
Application Requirements (Contact Jasmine Bailey for Application Information)
- Application for Admissions to Graduate Study
- Official Transcripts
- Copy of Teaching Certificate
- Two Letters of Recommendation Demonstrating Leadership Potential
- Professional Goal Statement
For more information, please contact:
Department Contact
Dr. Christine Abbott
480A Pawley Hall
Oakland University
Rochester, MI 48309
(248) 370-2636
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Program Coordinator
Jasmine Bailey, Project Manager
Professional Development at Oakland University
2111 Pontiac Lake Road, Suite 175
Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 209-2464 phone | (248) 209-2461 fax
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