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Our vision imagines a region and world in which everyone has access to an inspiring education and the psychological tools and support to propel them toward flourishing lives of meaning, purpose and connection. Our education is characterized by Strong Values, Social Justice, Transformative, Diverse Community.
OUR PROGRAM
Santa Clara University offers a relevant and high-quality Master of Arts in Educational Leadership degree. This degree is for individuals working in schools, and other educational organizations. The MA degree can be completed as a stand-alone degree program (45 quarter units) or as an additional 15 quarter units beyond the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. Completing an MA allows for deeper learning and expertise in educational Leadership in distinct contexts.
Our MA degree will also provide a foundational knowledge base and research skills to pursue an Ed.D. or Ph.D. degree in the future if desired.
REQUIRED COURSES FOR MA in EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
| CODE |
DESCRIPTION |
| EDUC 360 | Org.Leadership: Leading Change and Culture (3 units) |
| EDUC 365 | Human Resource Development (3 units) |
| EDUC 366 | Com. Leadership & Public Relations (3 units) |
| EDUC 369 | Action Research (3 units) |
| EDUC 372 | Communities, Schools & Critical Theory (3 units) |
| EDUC 428 | Financial Management (3 units) |
MA Candidates are also required to take 27 units of elective courses. Please note: not all elective courses are offered each year.
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