Grand Canyon University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.Ed. in Education Administration: School Leadership (No IR, No Cert)

Format: Online

Program Description:

The Master of Ed in Ed Admin with an Emphasis in School Leadership (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in School Leadership in the K-12 setting but does not need to seek an administrative certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of school leadership, administrative foundations, organizational theory, K-12 legal issues, public school finance, curriculum development, and instructional leadership. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 school to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educational administrators in the home, church, private schools, and other settings not requiring an administrative credential. The students are also prepared to move into an administrative internship component with GCU at a later date.

Accreditation:

Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (member of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools).

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above