Great teachers and educators can make a world of difference. After all, more than 75% of students say a teacher boosted their self-esteem and functioned as a role model and mentor.
Our master’s in Educational Leadership/OPASC Combo program prepares you to become an educator students look up to.
You’ll learn how to:
- Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of instructional services at the school site level.
- Evaluate certificated personnel employed at the school site level, with the exception of the site administrator.
- Student and certificated personnel employee discipline services at the school site level.
Class Options
You’ll start the program by taking nine classes covering different functions of educational leadership. You’ll get to study educational leadership through the lens of school improvement, professional growth, community building, and more.
The capstone course sequence, in the form of an action research project, is the final step toward earning a master’s in Educational Leadership/OPASC Combo. Within your cohort of 25 to 30 fellow students, you’ll get to take the three capstone courses sequentially that cover how to:
- Explore advanced topics and existing research around a problem of practice within your sphere of influence (EDL 690).
- Identify existing data and prospective opportunities for data collection (EDL 691).
- Execute your action research plan, analyze the results, and compile the findings into actionable recommendations (EDL 692).
Why SDSU Global Campus?
With SDSU’s College of Education ranked the best in the California State University system, our program collaborates with the main campus to offer hands-on classes led by industry experts in a convenient fully online format.
“What is great about this program is the ability to learn some great leadership skills and apply them immediately. You can also share how you are applying learnings with your colleagues in the cohort, along with your professors,” said former student J.J. Lewis.
You can earn your master’s in Educational Leadership/OPASCO Combo from us as quickly as one year. Our fully online program allows you to take classes remotely and stay on top of all your other obligations. Simply put, you can earn your degree from the comfort of your own home.
Career Trajectory
Earning an advanced degree in educational leadership can open many doors. While the path may seem set in stone, you have a plethora of career options to choose from. According to Indeed, here are some of the top job titles in the educational leadership field:
Curriculum Leader
As a curriculum leader, you’ll use research to structure the required courses of an education program. After examining your school’s funding, abilities, and workforce, you’ll get to implement a curriculum that encourages students to achieve academic excellence and prepare for a career after graduation. The average annual salary for this position is $76,515.
Principal
School principals are responsible for managing operations and supervising teachers and administrative staff. Your other duties include building regulations, allocating financial resources, and publicly representing your school. The average annual salary for this position is $79,355.
Department Head
In this role, you’ll manage a particular university department and supervise the staff that work in it. You’ll also get to develop and manage recruitment strategies, curriculum, and fund delegation. The average annual salary for this position is $81,657.
School Superintendent
School superintendents are trusted as educational leaders for entire school districts. In this role, you’ll get to implement policies and procedures, monitor academic performance, and manage financial resources. The average annual salary for this position is $82,696.
University President
As a university president, you’ll serve as the public face of a university. You’ll get to oversee school operations and report them to the board of trustees. You’ll also manage financial resources and ensure that your institution follows state and federal guidelines. The average annual salary for this position is $97,500.
