MA Educational Leadership in Practice

University of Manchester

Who this course is forIf you’re a teacher or an educator looking to move into a leadership role within an education organisation, this course is for you. It will give you vital knowledge and skills to take your career to the next level, empowering you to lead with confidence and have a real impact.What you will learnGain a deep understanding of theories, research, intellectual debates, and best practice from across the globe.Reflect on how these could apply to your own practice.Develop higher-order thinking skills to inspire you as a leader of education.Apply educational leadership skills and find solutions to real-world problems from local and global education organisations.Where and when you will studyThis fully-online, part-time master's means you can study from anywhere in the world and fit it around your day-to-day life. You will be expected to learn while you continue to work, and to use examples from your work throughout your study.You will complete four taught units in year one, followed by two taught units and a research project in year two. You'll learn through a mix of interactive teaching and have plenty of opportunities to work collaboratively with your peers.How it will benefit your careerGain a deep understanding of theories, research, intellectual debates, and best practice from across the globe.Reflect on how these could apply to your own practice.Develop higher-order thinking skills to inspire you as a leader of education.Apply educational leadership skills and find solutions to real-world problems from local and global education organisations.

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