Program Overview
The Educational Leadership at American Public University is a MEd programme in Education over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Educational Leadership programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- Tuition: USD 350 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Leadership programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Management of educational programs, personnel, and facilities
- Creating a positive school environment
- Internal and external home-school-community relations
- Recruitment, selection, retention, and evaluation of personnel
- Strategies for coaching and mentoring teachers
- Conflict resolution and effective communication skills
- The economics of education including the roles of federal, state, and local governments and agencies in financing public education
- Legal, ethical, and political issues governing K-12 education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All APU graduate programs require you to have earned a minimum of a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
In addition, the following documentation is required for admission into any of the Educational Leadership program concentrations, and must be provided prior to course registration:
- Official bachelor\xc2\x92s or master\xc2\x92s transcript showing conferral of degree
- School of Education non-certification questionnaire
- Graduate writing sample
- Signed statement of understanding (SOU)
- Documentation of 3 years teaching experience or 3 years managerial experience in an instructional setting
An APU admissions representative will contact you with further details about how to submit the required documentation including your transcript after you complete the enrollment application.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 350 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 350 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact American Public University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About American Public University
American Public University
Dearing, United States
American Public University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 18