A Master of Education (M.Ed.) or an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Educational Leadership prepares you as a leader in education administration. These degrees place you on the forefront of theory, and positions you to have an influence on policy-making and improving educational institutions.  These degrees are for teachers and administrators who desire to be on the leading edge of their professions.  With the degrees, professionals will learn the skills to make important changes in the educational field at the local, regional, state and national levels.  Students should have leadership skills and a desire to make positive changes in education. 

A Doctor of Education (Ed.D) or a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) degree with an Educational Leadership emphasis prepares visionary leaders who create high achieving, inclusive schools and with interests in teaching and scholarship in higher education. The doctorate can also open doors in the private sector as a consultant and CEO. You must read the College of Education doctoral guide for official policy.