Master of Science in Education: Specialization in Educational Leadership

Accomplish your professional ambitions, live your purpose, and earn your Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership (MSEL) online at California Baptist University. The MSEL is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of leadership required for professional excellence as trainers, teachers, school counselors and school psychologists, early childhood specialists, administrators, and designers. This program will prepare candidates to excel in their career and calling by providing a purposeful balance between theories, research and practice.

The Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership degree will prepare students to advance their proficiency as well as their professions as trainers, teachers, counselors, curriculum developers, administrators, designers and leaders in a range of educational settings and capacities. Students will have the opportunity to enhance their skills, knowledge and value, explore expanded career options, and work toward professional goals as effective educators with specialized expertise. Graduates will not only be prepared to advance professionally, but to contribute actively to the body of knowledge in the field of education.

• Online or Hybrid options
• Accelerated - Three Semesters per year - Finish Your Degree in 12 Months
• A Professional Degree in the Field of Education
• Flexible - Complete Coursework Around Your Schedule
• Financial Assistance Options Available for Those Who Qualify

Designed For Working Professionals

CBU’s Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership (MSEL) program is uniquely designed for working professionals looking to advance their skills and leadership qualities, as well as careers. Offering both online and hybrid courses, students can complete coursework around their own schedule. The MSEL is an accelerated program with classes that meet once a week for eight weeks, which allows students the opportunity to graduate in just 12 months if attending fulltime. A Master's of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership degree from CBU will increase opportunities for career advancement, improve professional competencies, and further develop leadership skills. 

The Classroom Experience

With small, interactive classes, MSEL students receive individual attention from dedicated instructors while also learning from the diverse experiences and perspectives of fellow scholars. This intimate environment encourages students to develop interpersonal and team-building skills, while also developing networks and supportive relationships. Emphasizing experiential learning through practical application of theory, MSEL coursework incorporates hands-on assignments based on real-world classroom and learning scenarios.

A Rigorous Curriculum of Relevant Study

The Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership at CBU Online and Professional Studies offers curriculum that balances theory, practice and research — allowing students to understand the application of concepts in resolving real-world instructional challenges. Blending key areas of study in human growth and development, theories of learning, curriculum design, and research methods, coursework integrates multiple disciplines while allowing students to identify and build on individual strengths to achieve specific professional goals.

Exceptional Faculty, Learn From Leaders

Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Educational Leadership students benefit from the individual attention and support of the outstanding faculty at CBU. Veteran educators with a broad range of specialties and experience in institutions around the world bring an international perspective as well as working knowledge of current theory, models and practice into the classroom, and into the hands of students. Mentors as well as instructors, MSEL professors work closely with candidates from the first day of class through graduation. Expect your professors to challenge you, inspire you, and, most importantly, support your success.

Take the Next Step

To learn more about the many rewarding opportunities that come with the MSEL, please attend an upcoming Information Session or contact admissions at 951.343.3900 or via email cbuonline@calbaptist.edu.