Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.)
Educational Leadership
Hybrid or Online
30 major credits
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2 years
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Program Highlights & Benefits
Learn effective school organization, management and leadership
2 year or less completion time, including holiday breaks
No GRE or admission tests
No weekend classes
What You Learn
The Master of Arts in Educational Leadership is designed to prepare teachers to meet the learning needs of today’s K-12 students from an administrative role.
How You Learn
This program is an accelerated 2 year cohort program, finishing one course at a time every 7 weeks. Online learning format include weekly discussion boards and optional virtual meetings. Hybrid learning format includes an on-campus meeting every other week.
Career Outcomes
Upon completion of the program as outlined below, you will earn a Master of Arts in Education in Educational Leadership.
Degree Requirements
Master of Arts in Education in Educational Leadership
ED 502 | Educational Issues | 3 |
EDL 550 | Leadership and Human Resources Management in Education | 3 |
ED 508 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Education | 3 |
ED 521 | Educational Research and Applications | 3 |
ED 554 | Curriculum and Instruction | 3 |
EDL 556 | Supervision and Improvement of Instruction | 3 |
ED 507 | Diversity in Education | 3 |
EDL 557 | Financial Resources | 3 |
EDL 553 | Educational Policy and Administration | 3 |
ED 590 | Conducting Research and Completing the Capstone | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
Please Note:
This is not an official schedule and your cohort may take these courses in a different order.
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What Teachers Are Saying
I've enjoyed my two years of hard work in the Concordia program. The classes were challenging and informative. I was able to collaborate with my cohort, and had professors who were knowledgeable in specific areas related to the technology program. Some classes were more challenging than others, but all of the classes allowed me to improve my teaching. Utilizing technology in the classroom has always been important to me. This Master's program gave me an edge and inspired me to engage my students using 21st century skills.

My time at Concordia has been incredibly fulfilling. As a practicing educator, the program allowed me to learn and grow while continuing to work. I was able to implement new ideas and discuss real life situations with my cohort students and professors. The schedule was demanding of my time, but worth the investment to improve as a leader. I have gained valuable leadership experience, made connections that will help in my career and truly understood the philosophical and practical applications of leadership. Overall, I am pleased with my time at Concordia and proud of the work our cohort has done together.

I have been extremely happy with my CSP experience. Being a wife, a mom to 3 children and a full time teacher, the CSP schedule has allowed me to go back to college to get my Master's and keep up with the rest of my life. The professors have all been understanding, accommodating and supportive. The expectations of each class are held to high standards, yet are feasible within the timeframe. The online experience has been great. If I have had questions, I have always gotten quick answers from professors and others such as Student Services and Financial Aid. Overall, this has been a fantastic learning opportunity for me that has allowed me to continue to grow and learn as a professional.

The CSP program is user friendly and conducive to working professionals. Relevant coursework and a faculty that boasts perspective from those that are practicing administrators solidifies this as a great option for those interested in entering educational administration. It is clear that CSP values its students and makes every effort to ensure that the educational experience is one that is positive for the student.

I have found all of my experiences with Concordia University St. Paul to be positive. I am so happy to have gotten my master’s degree at this school. I feel better prepared to educate my students now that I have obtained my degree in curriculum and instruction. The online classes allowed me great flexibility, the advisors and instructors were all extremely helpful, and the materials covered were pertinent to being a successful educator."
Jacy LawrenceM.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction
Earning my master’s degree in educational leadership at Concordia University St. Paul has provided me with invaluable skills and information that I use almost every day in my current position. I feel more confident and qualified to be doing the job that I do. I also feel that should other leadership positions become available, I would be qualified to apply. My master’s degree has also advanced my position on our district’s salary scale.”
Rebecca SjolanderM.A.Ed. in Educational Leadership
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