Educational Leadership
About the Program
Lead Beyond the Classroom
The Educational Leadership M.Ed. program is designed for certified educators ready to advance into leadership roles at the school or district level. Candidates develop professional knowledge and practical skills in instructional leadership, school law, finance, curriculum planning, and organizational management. Graduates are eligible to add Tier I Leadership Certification to their teaching certificates, provided all Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certification requirements are met.
Customize Your Degree
General (Track)
Prepares candidates for leadership in P–12 schools, focusing on instructional leadership, curriculum design, and school management.
Higher Education (Track)
This 100% online track is designed for educators aiming to transition into leadership roles within colleges and universities, with emphasis on organizational leadership and student success.
Just the Facts
Total Credit Hours:
30 Hours
Delivery Format:
Online
Completion Time:
3 Semesters
Academic Unit:
Department of Teacher Education, Leadership, and Counseling
Additional Resources
Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience
- Leads to Tier I Educational Leadership certification in Georgia
- Designed for working educators seeking school- or district-level roles
- Taught by faculty with real-world leadership experience at the school, district, and state levels
- Emphasizes research-based practices with immediate workplace application
What Can You Do With This Degree?
Explore job trends, average salaries, and growing opportunities so you can see how your degree connects to meaningful career pathways and the future of your field.
Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU
Program-Specific Admission Requirements
This program has specific admission requirements. These are linked under each track above.
Institutional Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.
