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Master of Education: Educational Leadership

The Master of Education in Educational Leadership is a 36-hour degree program designed to prepare educators to become building-level administrators. The program includes courses taught by experienced faculty both in content and online instruction, providing outstanding preparation for certification. The internship and capstone courses prepare students for the Missouri content and performance assessments. You will learn from outstanding faculty members that bring years of experience and knowledge to the classroom to help you grow in your calling.

This program is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MO-DESE).

Mission University is a participating member of the Missouri Professors of Educational Administration (MPEA).

Class Type

100% Online, 6-week Courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

May 18, 2026

Accreditation

Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE

Approval

This program is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MO-DESE)

Credit Hours

Months (avg)

Career Outlooks

Career Opportunities for Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership Graduates:

  • Education and childcare administration
  • Education administrator (K-12)
  • Education administrator (postsecondary)
  • Education teacher (K-12)
  • Education teacher (postsecondary)
  • School leadership (private or public)
Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program,

1. Visionary School Leadership (Vision, Mission, and Goals) Education leaders will have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a school or district vision of learning supported by the school community (ILO 1; ILO 2; ILO 3);

2. Instructional School Leadership (Teaching and Learning) Education leaders have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by promoting a positive school culture, providing an effective instructional program that applies best practice to student learning, and designing comprehensive professional growth plans for staff (ILO 1; ILO 3);

3. Managerial School Leadership (Management of Organizational Systems) Education leaders have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by managing the organizational structure, personnel, and resources in a way that promotes a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment (ILO 1, ILO 3);

4. Relational School Leadership (Collaboration with Families and Stakeholders) Education leaders have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by collaborating with families and other community members, responding to diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources (ILO 1; ILO 2; ILO 3);

5. Ethical School Leadership (Ethics and Integrity) Education leaders have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by acting with integrity and in an ethical manner (ILO 1; ILO 2; ILO 3); and

6. Innovative School Leadership (Professional Development) Education leaders have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by remaining current on best practices in education administration and school-related areas as evidenced in his/her annual professional development plan (ILO 1; ILO 3).

Program Mission

The mission of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program is to prepare edcuators to become building-level administrators.

Why Choose Mission U?

At Mission University, we have been training effective Christian leaders since 1950. Mission U alumni are impacting the world all over the globe, and we strive for excellence in all that we do. Here are some of the benefits of pursuing your degree with us:

  • Mission University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and nationally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). You can rest assured that you’re earning your degree from an institution that has met rigorous accreditation standards and will be well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
  • Our faculty have years of practical, real-life experience in ministry pastoring churches, running ministries, doing intercultural work abroad, and more. They are excited to share what they’ve learned with you.
  • Each of your courses is taught from an evangelical Christian perspective – so whether it’s a leadership, communication, science, or history course – biblical principles and weekly devotions will be incorporated into your studies.

Degree Plan

Course Code #Course NameHours
EDR505Action Research3
EDL510Communication for Effective Leadership3
EDL540Foundations of Educational Leadership3
EDU560Educational Assessment3
EDU580School Law & Ethics3
EDU590Contemporary Issues in Education3
EDL610Instructional School Leadership3
EDL620Visionary School Leadership3
EDL640Managerial School Leadership3
EDL660Relational School Leadership3
EDL680Internship*3
EDL690Educational Leadership Capstone*3
TOTAL36

*12-week long course

Faculty Spotlight

Mark Milioni

Mark Milioni

President & Faculty

Dr. Milioni graduated from Mission University in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry, graduated from Luther Rice Seminary in 1996 with a Master of Arts in Ministry, graduated from Louisiana Baptist University in 2013 with a Ph.D. in Communications, and in 2023 earned a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership at Regent University. He has served in local church ministry for more than 35 years. He has served as the President of Mission University since 2012.  

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Completed Mission University application
  • Official high school transcript showing the graduation date, or GED certificate.
  • Official transcript from all previous colleges or universities attended (if applicable).
  • Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA waiver form.
  • Completed Mission University financial check-in documents.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

Mission University has determined that the Master of Education: Educational Leadership degree program, if successfully completed, MEETS the education requirements for licensure and certification in the following states and US Territories:

  • Missouri

Mission University has not made a determination whether or not the Master of Education: Educational Leadership degree program, if successfully completed, would meet the education requirements for licensure and certification in the following states and US Territories:

  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Guam
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Puerto Rico
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • US Virgin Islands
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Due to state requirements, this program is not available to be offered to Florida or Iowa-based students.