MA in Education Management and Leadership - Advance Entry (level 7)
Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership (QCF) – 6 - 8 Months
MA in Education Management and Leadership (TopUp) - 3- 6 Months
Credits: 180 Credits
The objective of the MA in Education Management and Leadership qualification is to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in education. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policymakers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector. It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within education administration and/or management.
Accreditation
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University Progression
University Top-upOn completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Master degree programme from a range of UK universities. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 60 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
(The course tuition fee listed above
includes the top-up fee)
University Progression
Click here to see University routes and fee information for progression.
Entry Requirements
For entry onto the Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership leading to the MA Education Management and Leadership qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification i.e. Bachelors Degree or Higher National Diploma
OR
- Mature learners (over 25) with at least 5 years of management experience if they do not possess the above qualification (this is reviewed on a case by case basis)
Course Modules
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
The aim of this unit is to provide learners with a thorough understanding of the link between current educational research and practice by developing an understanding of educational theory, policy and practice.
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of ways in which educational leadership and management can provide support during the process of change, developing leadership in the learners’ own educational context.
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the importance of managing intercultural communication and perspectives that help to determine educational policy applicable to national and international contexts.
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ theoretical and practical grounding in approaches to teaching and learning, related to subject pedagogic knowledge and pedagogic practices.
The aim is this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of reflective practice in order to apply this to their and other’s roles in an educational context, leading the planning for personal development.
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ research skills to include understanding different research approaches, formulation of research proposals, planning research activity, analysing and interpreting data, and the relationship between research and evidence-based practice.
Workshops
Workshops are conducted by live webinars for all students.
Visa Requirements
There is no Visa requirement for this programme.