Our Masters in Educational Leadership degree is completely online and utilizes many different technology tools with candidates located around the world. Students admitted as candidates for the program must satisfactorily complete a planned program of study and a minimum of 36 semester credit hours. At least 18 of these hours must be in courses numbered 6000 or above. A graduate student's program, planned cooperatively with an advisor from the College of Education and Health Professions, will emphasize development both in the teaching field and in professional studies. Specific questions concerning Georgia Professional Standards Commission requirements for teacher certification should be directed to the Office of COEHP Student Advising and Field Experiences, or to the department that offers the student's area of study. Graduates will be able to promote the success of all students by: Facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community. Advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth. Ensuring management of the organization, operations, and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment. Acting with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner, by understanding, responding to, and influencing the larger political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context. Integrating new and emerging technologies into the instructional and other programs through innovative use of technology.

After obtaining an educational leadership degree there are many job options available ranging from managing entire school districts to overseeing just one school. Examples of these careers are assistant school principals, school principals, school district superintendents, and college presidents. The assistant principal and principal positions are on the rise and are expected to grow 25% before the end of the decade.