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Master of Arts in Education major in Educational Administration

Program Description

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Education with a major in Educational Administration is tailored for educators aiming for leadership positions in K-12 schools, districts, and educational agencies. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experiences necessary to become effective educational leaders.

The program covers essential administrative practices including finance, personnel management, curriculum development, instructional leadership, and school law. Students delve into topics like strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, conflict resolution, and team building through coursework, case studies, and reflective exercises. Graduates are prepared for roles as principals, department heads, curriculum coordinators, or district administrators, ready to lead with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to equity and excellence in education.

Curriculum

No. of Units
A English Enhancement Program 0
B Core Courses 7
C Major Courses 15
D Comprehensive Exam 0
E Cognates 9
F Capstone 6
Program Total 37

 

  1. English Enhancement Program
EEP English Enhancement Program 0

 

  1. Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Units
GS G101 Rizalian Philosophy of Education 1
ED G101 Foundations of Education 3
GS G102 Foundations in Research Methods and Statistics 3
Subtotal 7

 

  1. Major Courses
Course Code Course Title Units
ED G201 Organizational Leadership in Education 3
ED G202 Financial Management and Operations of Educational Institutions 3
ED G203 Legal Insights and Contemporary Issues in Education 3
ED G204 Strategic Program and Project Planning 3
ED G205 School Personnel Management: Theory and Practice 3
Subtotal 15

 

  1. Comprehensive Exam / Cognates
Course Code Course Title Units
ED G303 Design and Development of Alternative Delivery Systems 3
ED G301 Curriculum Engineering 3
GS 752 Seminar in Thesis Writing 3
ED G304 Technology in Educational Learning Environments 3
ED G305 Data Driven Strategy 3
ED G306 Service Operations Management in Education 3
Subtotal 9

 

  1. Thesis
Course Code Course Title Units
GS G501 Thesis Writing A – Proposal Defense 3
GS G502 Thesis Writing B – Final Defense 3
Evidence of Submission to a Journal 0
Subtotal 6

 

Study Plan

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Important Dates

TRIMESTER

ENROLLMENT BEGINS

CLASS BEGINS

First Trimester

July 29, 2024

Aug. 12, 2024 – Nov. 23, 2024

Second Trimester

Nov. 25, 2024

Dec. 9, 2024 – Mar 29, 2025

Third Trimester

Mar 31, 2025

April 14, 2025 – July 26, 2025

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