Explore our MS in Education Educational Leadership and Administration (International Non-Licensure) specialization
Designed for international educators living outside the U.S., Walden’s online MS in Education with a specialization in Educational Leadership and Administration (International Non-Licensure) equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to meet the challenges of today’s international educational community.
Discover how to lead curriculum initiatives and improve instructional effectiveness as you develop an individual learning plan that will help you set your goals as a school administrator.
Aligned with the standards of the Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC) and grounded in current research and best practices, this unique program’s curriculum explores topics such as budget and personnel allocation, leading curriculum initiatives, serving diverse student populations, and using media for effective communication. This specialization is designed to train you to:
- Create a shared strategic vision within the school community.
- Recruit, hire, and inspire school personnel committed to improving student achievement.
- Lead curriculum, assessment, and community-building initiatives to improve student outcomes and the learning environment.
- Manage the complex educational, financial, human resource, and legal issues critical to effective school management.
Program Details
Curriculum
Completion Requirements
- 50 quarter credits
- Foundation course (5 quarter credits)
- Core courses (45 quarter credits)
- ePortfolio
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for this master’s program, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, teaching experience, and meet the general admission requirements. All applicants must submit a completed online application and transcripts. Depending on program specialization, additional requirements may apply.
More information for international applicants.
The progress you make now pays you back. You’ll receive your final courses tuition-free, depending on your program.
We believe you can achieve your goals—and we’re here to support you along your journey.
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*Tuition and fees are subject to change. See Tuition and Fees section and Scholarship Details for more information.
| curriculum component | requirements | cost | amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 50 quarter credit hours | $375 per quarter hour | $18,750 |
| Program Fee | Per quarter | $175 | $875 |
| $19,625** | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$3,750 $15,875* | ||
*Represents Educational Leadership and Administration (International Non-Licensure) specialization, minimum time to completion, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-767-3853.
Program Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this program, graduates should be able to:
- Design and lead initiatives that evaluate and improve instructional programs.
- Develop, implement, and manage ongoing evaluation and professional development in teaching and learning.
- Create strategic plans using a visioning process to be shared and supported by stakeholders.
- Use data to effectively manage the organization and resources for a safe, secure, and effective learning environment.
- Communicate and collaborate with external publics to address community interests and diverse needs.
- Articulate the school’s role within the broader political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context and respond effectively to changes that impact the school community.
- Model democratic value systems, ethics, and moral leadership.
