Niagara University’s Master of Science in Educational Leadership program has been offered in Ontario since 1984 in collaboration with public and Catholic school boards and holds written consent under the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities. The degree is offered to Ontario candidates who want to further their education and enhance their leadership roles and responsibilities within the Ontario education system.
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Niagara University has been delivering the M.S. Educational Leadership program in Ontario for more than 40 years.
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Advance Your Career with the Master in Educational Leadership (MED) program, which has been offered in Ontario since 1984 in collaboration with public and Catholic school boards.
This program holds written consent under the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities and the degree is offered to Ontario candidates who want to further their education and enhance their leadership roles and responsibilities within the Ontario education system.
The curriculum is guided by our advisory board comprised of leaders across the Ontario education system. In addition to a comprehensive internship, this program provides candidates with leadership skills, experience, and deepens their knowledge of policy, diversity, change, and management.
Students gain knowledge and expertise in a number of key areas related to educational leadership:
- Educational Research and Statistics
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Introduction to Educational Leadership
- Leadership and the School Building Leader
- Ontario School Law
- Instructional Supervision
- Curriculum Planning, Design, Implementation and Evaluation
- Administrative Internship
- Effective Dynamic Change
Founded in 1856, Niagara University educates students in the highest academic tradition to excel in their careers and be change leaders in their industry.
For more than 40 years in Ontario, Niagara University has given students the POWER to accelerate with leading-edge curriculum delivered by a dynamic expert faculty and peer-alumni professional networks.
With the newly expanded Vaughan Campus in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, seamlessly access a vibrant community with connectivity and access to the GTA through the TTC Subway and York Region Bus Terminal.
- Online Application
- Official Transcripts for a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree (minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA)
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Professional Resume/CV (minimum 2 years of experience)
- Personal Statement
- Canadian Permanent Residence or Citizen with a Minimum of One Year of Professional Experience
Niagara University in Ontario are a designated learning institute with 2-year Master’s programs
All master’s degree programs at Niagara University Ontario qualify for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Niagara University Ontario graduate students are eligible to apply for an open work permit for their spouse and common-law partner. This means they could be eligible to work while you are studying!
Our program is accredited and vetted by principals, superintendents, and administrators, and delivered by experienced faculty. Designed for maximum flexibility, students can tailor course selections to meet their professional goals.
Fill out the form below to receive an information package about Master in Educational Leadership program. You may be eligible for a Scholarship and/or OSAP funding*. Our team is ready to help you navigate the process.
*Only domestic students are eligible to apply for OSAP funding.
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