Endicott College

International Education Administration Program (M.Ed.)

Become a leader in education by sharpening your skills in communication, personnel management, financial management, and more.
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Format
Hybrid with Summer Madrid Residency
Time Commitment
Part-time or full-time options
Duration
12-24 months
Program Start
Fall or Summer
Credits
30

Program Overview

Endicott College offers a Master of Education in International Education Administration with your choice of models.

  • 100% online program
  • A blended program of online and face-to-face studies, with summer courses in Madrid, Spain
  • Face-to-face classes will also be offered in Prague, Czech Republic

The program is a dynamic, intensive 30-credit learning experience in which you cultivate leadership skills in negotiation, communication and mediation; personnel and financial management; curriculum design and leadership; measurement and evaluation; and innovative leadership practices. Drawn from international, private, and public school standards and based upon strong theoretical foundations, courses reflect the practical, hands-on learning necessary for effective leadership in K-12 schools.

The program is designed to provide the skills and tools experts, researchers, and practitioners believe leaders need in our changing, complex global environment. Completion of the capstone Leadership Development Seminar provides you with a personal, action-oriented, leadership development plan ready for use to make a significant difference in guiding schools forward and improving the international educational environment.

This flexible blended program can be completed in a minimum of 12 months or over an extended period of time to meet your personal requirements.

*The blended program of studies comprises online and face-to-face courses which may be delivered during the following time periods. Students may begin their studies in the fall or summer sessions.

  • Summer (July) Three face-to-face courses
  • Fall (September-December) Two online courses
  • Spring (January-May) Two online courses
  • Summer (July) Three face-to-face courses

The 100% online program can be completed in a minimum of 12 months.

Note: The International Education Administration program is not linked to Massachusetts teacher licensure.

Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 30

Required Curriculum

  • IED 504 - Theories in Curriculum (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 502 - Facilitating Teaching and Learning (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 510 - Introduction to International School Leadership: Leading Learning Communities in International Schools (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 515 - Negotiation, Communication/Mediation to Improve Schools (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 530 - Marketing of Organizations (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 537 - Operational and Financial Strategies (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 564 - Leveraging Technology (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 574 - Research Project (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 580 - Innovative Practices in International Education Administration (Cr: 3)
  • MIEA 587 - Leadership Development Seminar (Cr: 3)

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will:

  • Demonstrate the practical skills necessary for effective leadership in international schools
  • Develop the skills needed by practitioners in a changing and complex global environment
  • Discover and articulate a personal philosophy of leadership
  • Develop an action-oriented, leadership development plan to use to guide international schools in making improvements

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Faculty

Endicott’s professors aren’t just teachers; they are scholars, authors, thought leaders, and experts in their fields, so you learn best practices from experienced practitioners who share insights from their real-world experience. You will gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to make an impact and accelerate your career.

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Tuition & Fees
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