Educational Leadership — Accelerated Master of Education Degree
Educational Leadership — 13-month Accelerated Weekend Master of Education Degree
If you're a tenured teacher or have four-plus years of educational experience, become a school leader who directs an academic community with a clear vision; builds positive relationships with staff, students and parents; supports and guides school improvement; and empowers others while managing the complexities of change.
Program Features - 13-month accelerated weekend master's degree program — Fall 2024 start
- Classes meet one weekend a month — on Friday evening via Zoom and Saturday in-person at the Macomb University Center in Clinton Township — and feature online assignments and group discussions
- 32-credit program incorporates social justice emphasis
- Expert faculty who have extensive practical experience leading educational communities
- School-based summer internship provides real-life experience and mentorship with a school leader
- Eligibility for State of Michigan K-12 Administrative Certificate
- Preparation for the new Michigan Administrative Certification Test
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Education Specialist in Leadership — Accelerated Post-Master's Degree
Education Specialist in Leadership — Accelerated Post-Master's Degree
OU's Education Specialist post-master's degree will enhance your leadership skills so you're a reflective K-12 school administrator who advances a socially just, compassionate and welcoming school culture; sets and maintains institutional aims and standards; builds relationships with parents and guides teachers to ensure student success.
Program Features - 22-month accelerated post-master's degree — fall semester start
- 34-credit cohort program with hybrid format – classes meet one weeknight and some Saturdays at the Macomb University Center in Clinton Township
- Faculty are specialists in leadership and research — many are former school district practitioners
- Relevant curriculum connects with current K-12 education issues
- Mindfulness-embedded content for school administrator development — evidence suggests mindfulness has a positive impact on student learning and behavior
- Customizable research, mentorship and internship
- K-12 administrative certificate and building-level endorsement
- Approved by the Michigan Department of Education
- You may apply 28 credits to OU's Ph.D. in Education degree and 20 credits to OU's Ed.D. degree
- Program also offered in online-only format
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