Overall course description:
One of the objectives of this programme is to support learners to adopt modern teaching and leadership methodologies by using the results of scientific studies that support the leadership and management of education institutions. Another objective is to support the development of effective systems and structures for good and sound management taking into consideration good governance.
The course will cover various aspects of education management and leadership including the management of human resources. It is also intended to equip learners with the various ways and means of working with stakeholders including parents, other professionals, regulators, financiers among others.
This is an effective programme based on new methodologies that focus on the best use of resources. In so doing the educational institution will achieve the best results while making maximum use of its resources whether they are assets such as equipment or other resources such as human resources.
The course is specifically designed for contemporary school managers and members of school leadership teams, aiming to enhance professional capacity within educational settings. Its core objective is to produce autonomous, reflective, and strategically minded professionals capable of actively contributing to school improvement and effective leadership.
Upon successful completion, graduates will be equipped to:
- Develop and apply strategic leadership and management skills grounded in contemporary theories.
- Formulate and execute strategic plans to elevate institutional performance and student achievement.
- Demonstrate competence in governance, financial management, and policy-making within educational institutions.
- Employ data-driven decision-making to optimize school operations and educational outcomes.
- Critically assess educational policies at national and international levels and understand their impact on school leadership.
- Generate evidence-based solutions to foster educational innovation and reform.
- Communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and engage stakeholders to support institutional success.
- Uphold ethical standards and advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusive practices in educational leadership.
- Integrate digital technologies to improve learning, teaching, and management processes.
- Conduct independent research and apply critical thinking to address complex leadership challenges.
- Manage change and crises effectively, ensuring institutional resilience and adaptability.
Overall, the programme prepares participants to take on senior leadership roles within educational institutions by fostering strategic insight, operational competence, and ethical responsibility.
Moreover, the course will be delivered through synchronous online lectures, case studies and peer discussions to ensure a in-depth and informative teaching and learning experience using the latest technological methodologies pegged with real world scenarios and experiences.
Target Audience:
This course aims to prepare those working in an educational setting in the area of education management and leadership, to advance their knowledge to Masters level, moreover to specialise in a specific field within the area of study. The program is targeted towards professionals within the field of compulsory school age management. This program also targets professionals who work in educational settings before and beyond compulsory school age. This applies for those professionals managing childcare centres, and those wishing to provide educational services beyond compulsory age. Professionals taking this program will enhance their academic competences in this specific area of study to become department heads, deputy heads, heads of schools or heads of college networks or other positions of headship. The target audience is learners holding MQF level 6 certification of 180 ECTS and wishing to progress within the education sector for a post-graduate Degree at Masters level in Education Management and Leadership. The course aims to equip participants with the necessary tools and competences to implement inclusive education effectively in the 21st century learning environment.
Programme Structure:
| 1 | List of Programme Modules/Units | ||||||
| Ref | Module/Unit Title | Compulsory (C) or Elective (E ). | ECTS | MQF | Mode of Teaching | Mode of Assessment | |
| D.1 | Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice. | C | 20 | 7 | Lectures | Critical Analysis work shop , Presentation about good practices in educational leadership of 10-15 minutes, Report of 6000 words | |
| D.2 | Leading Reflective Practice in Education | C | 10 | 7 | Lectures | Case Study and Personal Development Plan of 4500 words | |
| D.3 | Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives | C | 10 | 7 | Lectures | Presentation of 10-15 minutes | |
| D.4 | Research Methods in Education | C | 10 | 7 | Lectures | Research Project of 4500 words. | |
| D.5 | The Management of Educational Change | C | 10 | 7 | Lectures | Case study Analysis:
Real-world Change Management Case Study 2,000 words & Resistance to Change Case Study 2,000 words |
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| D.6 | Dissertation | C | 30 | 7 | Tutoring Research | Thesis + Oral Exam | |
| 2 | Total ECTS |
90 ECTS |
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| 3 | Total ECTS for Programme Completion | 90 ECTS
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| 4 | Exit Awards/Qualifications
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Exit Point 1:
Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Management and Leadership MQF 7 – 40ECTs – Duration 6 months – D1 – Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice 20ECTS) – D2 – Leading Reflective Practice in Education 10ECTS) – D3 – Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives (10ECTS) The learning outcomes for these modules are the same as those for the equivalent modules within the Master’s Degree. Learners who exit at this stage will have the option to return to complete the full program later.
Exit Point 2: Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management and Leadership MQF 7 – 60ECTs Duration 12 months – D1 – Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice 20ECTS) – D2 – Leading Reflective Practice in Education 10ECTS) – D3 – Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives (10ECTS) – D4 – Research Methods in Education (10ECTS) – D5 – The Management of Educational Change (10ECTS) The learning outcomes for these modules are the same as those for the equivalent modules within the Master’s Degree. Learners who exit at this stage will have the option to return to complete the full program later.
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| 5 | Structure of Programme
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Full time study: completed over 2 academic years or 1 year 10 months
Study Units 1 to 6 together make 60 ECTs. These shall be done in First Year (2 sessions of 3 hours each, weekly for a total of 6 contact hours per week) and therefore 60 ECTS in First Year. Study Unit 6 consists of the Dissertation and carries 30ECTs. This shall be completed in Second Year. Altogether, the 6 Study Units carry a number of 90 ECTS. In full-time study, the Total Learning Hours are of 2250. Learners will receive 6 Contact Hours every week with a total of 450 Contact Hours spread over 22 months. Study units will be delivered back-to-back where all units in first year carry 10 ects. These will be delivered over 16 lectures each, therefore over a period of 8 weeks for every study unit. The lessons as outlined, will be held twice a week in the case of full-time study, and once a week in the case of part time study. The dissertation study unit (30ECTS) will be delivered over 20 lessons which will include tutorials (small groups of approx. 3 learners) and one-to-one tutorship sessions. These will be held twice a week in the case of full-time study, and once a week in the case of part time study. |
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Entry Requirements
An MQF Level 3 (Grade 1 – 5), IELTS Level 6.0, or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics or equivalent.
A Level 6 qualification of 180 ECTS
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At least 5 years’ work experience in the industry with educational leadership responsibilities.
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Eligible students may get up to 70% refund on this course's fees.
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