California State University Northridge

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. Educational Leadership

Format: Online

Program Description:

Our online Master of Arts Degree in Educational Administration and the California Administrative Services Credential can help you advance your career as a leader in education – in just two years!

As our communities continue to expand in cultural and socio-economic diversity, the need for educational leaders who understand these dynamics is greatly increasing. Engaging students from many different walks of life is critical for raising a new generation of skilled workers and effective leaders. The Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at CSU Northridge gives you access to leadership roles—within both K-12 and university settings in the State of California—and places in your hands the keys to a bright future for our educational system.

Through our program you will learn to promote student success, develop and nurture a school culture, and model professional leadership and ethics. In short, we will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to develop creative solutions to the many challenges faced by professional educators in an increasingly diverse region.

Highlights of the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS)
•Two-year program can advance your career as a leader in education
•Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the California Commission for Teacher Credentialing (CCTC), and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
• Anytime, anywhere online course access
• Completion of the program leads to the California Administrative Services Credential
•Cohort model (20-35 participants) ensures students learn as a group and complete the program on time
• Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles in K-12 and college-level settings

Accreditation:

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above