Master of Arts in
Educational Leadership
includes both principal and supervisor certificates
Full Master’s Program
*per credit hour for Spring/Summer 2026
Cert./Endorsement Only
*per credit hour for Spring/Summer 2026
Doctoral Program
*per credit hour for Spring/Summer 2026
Program Highlights & Benefits
Flexible, online format
Master of Arts in Education: Educational Leadership includes both principal and supervisor certificates
Supervisor and Principal Certificates available (non-Masters)
For
Individuals who wish to earn a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership including Principal and Supervision Certificates. Candidates need 3 years of teaching experience under the Standard license to be eligible for Supervisor Certification in the state of New Jersey. Candidates need 5 years of teaching experience under the Standard license to be eligible for Principal Certification in the state of New Jersey. Candidates with a Master’s degree & evidence of 3 years teaching (Standard licensure required) are eligible for nomination for the Supervisor Certification through the NJDOE upon completion of the 12 credit sequence. Candidates with a Master’s degree & evidence of 5 years teaching (Standard licensure required) are eligible for nomination for the Supervisor and Principal Certifications through the NJDOE upon completion of the 30 credit sequence (Phase I & Phase II). Candidates must successfully pass the required SLLA exam. Supervisor and Principal applicants must hold a Masters degree in Education or an educationally-based content area.
What You Learn
This program emphasizes innovative problem-solving through caring leadership, encouraging reflective practice based on professional knowledge of curriculum and instruction. To uphold a position as both an educator and a leader in the community and in diverse school settings, you will develop a strong understanding of the philosophies and principles guiding various leadership models. You’ll also learn teaching philosophies according to local, state, and national trends, as well as how to utilize culturally responsive practices.
How You Learn
Courses are offered in both an asynchronous and synchronous online format with weekly evening Zoom classes determined by each professor. Typically, students take one course at a time, taking two, eight-week courses each semester (Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters).
Career Outcomes
You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to assume leadership positions within the education system.
Degree Requirements
This is a tentative course schedule and is subject to change. You will receive your specific course schedule upon acceptance. For a transfer credit review, please refer to Step 8 of the admissions checklist.
The Supervisor Endorsement consists of 12 credits, the Principal Endorsement consists of 30 credits, and the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Supervision/Principal encompasses 36 credits.
| Course | Title | Hours |
| Supervision Endorsement Requirements: | ||
| EDU 540 | Curriculum Development | 3 |
| EDU 660 | Supervision of Personnel and Performance Appraisal | 3 |
| EDU 670 | Supervision and Organizational Administration | 3 |
| EDU 690 | Current Trends and Issues in Curriculum | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 | |
| Principal Endorsement Requirements: | ||
| EDU 540 | Curriculum Development | 3 |
| EDU 535 | School Finance and the Economics of Education | 3 |
| EDU 622 | Schools and Community Relations | 3 |
| EDU 660 | Supervision of Personnel and Performance Appraisal | 3 |
| EDU 670 | Supervision and Organizational Administration | 3 |
| EDU 645 | School Law and Policy Regulations | 3 |
| EDU 690 | Current Trends and Issues in Curriculum | 3 |
| EDU 701 | Data-Informed Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 715 | Internship in Administration I | 3 |
| EDU 720 | Internship in Administration II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 | |
| Required Courses for the full Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership for both Principal and Supervisor: | ||
| EDU 540 | Curriculum Development | 3 |
| EDU 660 | Supervision of Personnel and Performance Appraisal | 3 |
| EDU 690 | Current Trends and Issues in Curriculum | 3 |
| EDU 670 | Supervision and Organizational Administration | 3 |
| EDU 515 | Special Education: Current Trends and Issues | 3 |
| EDU 525 | Ethical Leadership Creating Sch Vision | 3 |
| EDU 535 | School Finance and the Economics of Education | 3 |
| EDU 622 | Schools and Community Relations | 3 |
| EDU 645 | School Law and Policy Regulations Administration | 3 |
| EDU 701 | Data-Informed Leadership | 3 |
| EDU 715 | Internship in Administration I | 3 |
| EDU 720 | Internship in Administration II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 36 |
