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Do you see yourself leading a school with a clear vision, fostering positive relationships and empowering teachers and students to thrive? Oakland University’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership prepares you to do just that.
Our program, guided by expert faculty and culminating in a real-world internship, equips you with the essential skills for 21st-century school leadership. Through performance-based coursework, you’ll develop the ability to manage complex changes, drive school improvement, and graduate with the knowledge, skills and experience to excel in various leadership positions.
Oakland’s Master of Education program goes beyond traditional preparation. As part of your educational leadership degree, you’ll develop a robust e-portfolio showcasing your leadership skills, perfect for impressing potential employers and stakeholders.
Do you see yourself leading a school with a clear vision, fostering positive relationships and empowering teachers and students to thrive? Oakland University’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership prepares you to do just that.
Our program, guided by expert faculty and culminating in a real-world internship, equips you with the essential skills for 21st-century school leadership. Through performance-based coursework, you’ll develop the ability to manage complex changes, drive school improvement, and graduate with the knowledge, skills and experience to excel in various leadership positions.
Oakland’s Master of Education program goes beyond traditional preparation. As part of your educational leadership degree, you’ll develop a robust e-portfolio showcasing your leadership skills, perfect for impressing potential employers and stakeholders.
Oakland University’s M.Ed. in educational leadership combines practical training in administration and educational law with leadership development and curriculum expertise. You’ll graduate from our educational leadership degree program with the tools and confidence to meet the challenges of school leadership.
Oakland’s M.Ed. in educational leadership cultivates visionary leaders who are lifelong learners. Our program fosters continuous growth, ethical practice and the ability to navigate the complexities of a diverse society. You’ll develop critical thinking, collaboration and reflection skills to empower teachers and students to thrive in a constantly changing world.
Graduates of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program are well-prepared for building-level leadership or teacher leadership roles, such as:
Through courses like Introduction to Educational Leadership, Law for Teachers and Administrators, and Schools, Students, and Educational Equity, you’ll build a strong foundation in curriculum development, school finance and ethical leadership practices.
Culminate your Master of Education program by creating a web-based portfolio that highlights your achievements and aligns with the ISLLC School Leader Standards. This impressive portfolio will be a powerful tool for landing your dream leadership role.
Classes you can take as you earn your M.Ed. in educational leadership degree include:
In addition to receiving a Master of Education degree, students are also eligible to apply for a Michigan Administrative Certificate.
Not sure if an educational leadership M.Ed. is right for you? Check out these other graduate degree programs at Oakland and contact our admissions team to discuss your options:
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