MQF/EQF LEVEL 7
Master of Business Administration in Educational Leadership
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Designed by expert educators and industry leaders for aspiring school leaders, the Master of Business Administration in Educational Leadership focuses on best leadership and management practices in all aspects of provision within the field of education.
Unlike traditional MBAs, our work-based Master of Business Administration in Educational Leadership enables learners to explore education management from both a theoretical and practical perspective to equip learners with the technical knowledge and practical expertise required to: become strategic thinkers; effectively develop, deliver and evaluate educational programmes; and design an excellent and engaging learning experience.
Awarding Body
This qualification is awarded by Central Mediterranean Business School (CMBS).
Accrediting Body
The Master of Business Administration (Educational Leadership) is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority. MFHEA deems this Master of Business Administration to be at Level 7 in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree and have 2 years of relevant work experience. Excellent command of written English is required.
To determine your eligibility, at CMBS, we assess many factors including your education, career progression, and leadership and entrepreneurship qualities. If you do not meet the standard entry requirements and are adequately prepared to succeed in this programme, we welcome and encourage you to contact us for an interview.
Mode of Assessment
A mixed-method assessment approach will be utilised for this programme. This will include time-constrained assessments, critical essays, project work and thesis.
Who is this course for?
The Master of Business Administration in Educational Leadership is intended for those who are aged 21+ and aspire to work or are already working in educational leadership.
Delivery
Face-to-face/Work-basedLanguage
This programme will be delivered in English.
Location
Central Mediterranean Business School
The Brewhouse
Mdina Road, Zone 2,
Central Business District
Birkirkara CBD 2010, Malta
Key Info
Duration
18 MonthsStarting
May/Oct 2024Credits
90 ECTS/ECVETEarly Submission (EU Students)
€12,273Full Price (EU Students)
€13,500International Price (Non-EU Students)
€15,500Modules
This module shall introduce the students to the techniques and processes of strategic planning and management. In this module, learners will gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies required to be able to effectively plan, manage, execute and monitor strategic plans within the place of work.
This module aims to help learners gain an understanding of the key areas of operations management. In this module, learners will gain a solid understanding of how businesses operate, what the key levers to sustainable and successful performance are, and how they can be applied, controlled and monitored.
This module shall provide students with the necessary skills, knowledge and autonomy to be able to conduct business research in a way that is clear, understandable and ethically correct. In this module, learners will learn how to effectively conduct research within a business context at their place of work.
30 hours
This module is designed to enable practicing managers to understand the complexities of the contemporary marketplace and make effective strategic and tactical decisions to provide value for both their customers and organisations. In this module, learners will have the opportunity to apply problem-solving techniques within the context of their organisation in relation to marketing.
This module shall introduce the students to the concepts, techniques, processes and methodologies included in financial management. Upon completion of this module, students shall have obtained the skills, knowledge and competencies required to perform strategically when it comes to financial management.
The aim of the module is to provide students with an advanced understanding of organisational analysis and behaviour. Upon completion of this module, students shall be better able to understand and solve some of the problems/crises that tend to arise in organisational contexts.
This module shall equip students with the required knowledge, skills and competencies required to be able to practice creative and critical thinking. The module shall present the similarities and differences between these two types of thinking, and underline the importance of such skills within a business environment.
15 hours
This module is designed to introduce learners to advanced concepts of entrepreneurship, including the profile of the entrepreneur, the range of different perspectives on entrepreneurship, and the activities of entrepreneurs.
This module aims to help participants understand and critique theories and practices of educational leadership and management by considering current research and professional experience. The integration of theory and practice is central to this module.
Curriculum design, development and assessment are crucial to teaching and learning within a classroom. This module shall allow learners to understand the underlying theories and practices in effective curriculum planning and management, including the design, theory and assessment of curriculum.
This module aims to help learners develop a comprehensive understanding of the major theories concerning education. Furthermore, it provides the educator in practice with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to effectively present curriculums, and support and enable teaching, learning and assessment.
Have questions?
Email us at admissions@cmbs.edu.mt or call on +356 9912 1110 to learn more.
