MA in Education, Educational Leadership

This degree prepares students looking to take on leadership roles in education-related fields without pursuing a credential for public school administration. Alternative coursework specific to particular areas of interest customizes the program. 

Educational Leadership Degree Overview

The Master of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Educational Leadership allows students to customize their programs, meeting their unique career goals through the selection of alternative coursework in related fields such as human resources, public administration, organizational leadership and business administration.

  • Apply facilitative leadership skills to promote effective problem-solving and collaborative decision-making.
  • Develop a theoretical research project utilizing one or more methodologies.
  • Apply democratic principles to an authentic educational context.
  • Analyze best practices of global educational systems.
  • Utilize theories of learning and brain research to enhance teaching and student learning.
  • Evaluate curriculum design as they relate to meeting the diverse needs of students.
  • Analyze issues and make ethical decisions within an educational context.

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Next Session

Spring I (Jan 13, 2020)

Estimated Cost

$660/Credit

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Ways to Learn

Hybrid

(on-campus/online)

Online

Available Campuses

Antelope Valley Campus
39115 Trade Center Drive, Suite 203, Palmdale, CA 93551
Fairfield Campus
2450 Martin Road, Fairfield, CA 94534
Lacey Campus
1445 Galaxy Drive NE, Suite 201, Lacey, WA 98516
Modesto Campus
5222 Pirrone Court, Salida, CA 95368
Menifee Campus
28237 La Piedra Rd, Bldg. 2008, Menifee, CA 92584
Monterey Campus
99 Pacific Street, Suite 375-B, Monterey, CA 93940
Online Campus
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Ontario Campus
3990 Concours Street, Suite 100, Ontario, CA 91764
Palm Desert Campus
75-105 Merle Dr, Suite 800, Bldg. B, Palm Desert, CA 92211
Riverside Campus
3550 Vine Street, Suite 200, Riverside, CA 92507
Roseville Campus
400 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 200, Roseville, CA 95661
San Diego Campus
7460 Mission Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92108
Santa Maria Campus
1300 E. Cypress Street, Building A-1, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Visalia Campus
337 N. Plaza Dr., Visalia, CA 93291
Victorville Campus
13911 Park Avenue, Suite 100, Victorville, CA 92392
Walnut Creek Campus
2950 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 315, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Yuba City Campus
3301 East Onstott Road, Yuba City, CA 95991

Ways to Get Started

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My first experience with Brandman was when I was a special education teacher. My district paired up with Brandman for an autism certificate.  I liked it because I was able to still work and do everything else I needed to do. I liked the way the program was – the online component plus in-face classes.
Kelly H. | MA, Educational Leadership and Administration,
The MAELA program was beyond invaluable. So much of what I was asked to do was relatable to my job. The people affiliated with the program know what works in education.
Meg V. | MA, Educational Leadership and Administration,
I started the program because I knew I wanted to lead with a job that had more responsibility and would have more impact. I've reached my goal. Five years later, I am a Doctor of Education, a better leader and person and my school districts and students have benefited from my improved leadership.
Michelle H. | Education, Ed.D,
The MAELA program was rigorous, but the professors and staff were incredibly supportive, flexible and helpful as we moved throughout our 20 months together. I have graduated my program with the confidence to go out into the world of education and be a knowledgeable educational leader.
Sarah D. | MA, Educational Leadership and Administration,

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    Admission Requirements

    Applicants for this program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:

    • Completed application
    • Current Resume
    • Letter of intent
    • GPA: Meet 1 of these 4 GPA options for admission
    • Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the candidate in an academic setting
    • Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
    Graduate Level Exams

    For information about exam/test score requirements, please reference the Brandman University Catalog

    Program Curriculum

    • EDUU 600  Research and Evaluation Methods

      3
      EDUU 605  Democracy, Education and Social Change

      3
      EDUU 606  Seminar in Learning Theory

      3
      EDUU 607  Seminar in Comparative Education

      3
      EDUU 608  Seminar in the Social Foundations of Education

      3
      EDUU 609  Seminar in Curriculum Studies

      3
      Core Courses Subtotal

      18
      Emphasis Area Elective Courses

       
      Select from the following Emphasis Area

      12
      Emphasis Area Elective Courses Subtotal

      12
      Total Credits

      30

    • Candidates must complete 9 required credits and will select one, 3 credit elective to customize and strengthen their program of study to meet their individual career goals. Candidates can choose any three credit course from 500 or 600-level EDCI or EDUU courses or by taking one, 3 credit course from the following related disciplines; human resources, public administration, organizational leadership, or business administration. EDAD courses will not be accepted as emphasis courses for this program. Courses completed as part of a general or special education credential program will also not be accepted as fulfilling the 12 credit emphasis area.

      EDUU 614 Creating a Shared Vision in Educational Organizations 3
      EDUU 616 Leading Change in Educational Organizations 3
      EDUU 615 Engaging Stakeholders in Educational Organizations 3
      Emphasis area elective course 3
      Select one course as described above
      Total Credits 12

    Meet Our Faculty

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    Patricia Clark White, Ed.D.

    Interim Dean / Professor of Education

    Specialty

    Organizational Leadership

    Educational Administration

    EDD Doctoral Program

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    Alan Enomoto Ed.D.

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    Alan Enomoto, Ed.D.

    Associate Dean of Multiple subject, Single subject, MAT programs, BA Early Childhood Education and BA Liberal Studies with Credential Programs/ Associate Professor

    Specialty

    Organizational Leadership

    Educational Leadership & Administration

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    Doug DeVore, Ed.D.

    Interim Associate Dean of the MA in Educational Leadership and Administration, the MAE in Educational Leadership, MAE in Education Administration and the Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership/Professor

    Specialty

    Organizational Leadership & Theory

    Educational Administration

    EDD Doctoral Program

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    Anne Spillane, Ph.D.

    Associate Dean of Special Education (Credential, Master’s), School Psychology, School Counseling and Master of Arts in Education/Associate Professor

    Specialty

    Special Education

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