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Overview

Take your career to the next level. La Trobe's Master of Education Leadership and Management prepares you with the skills you need to pursue roles as a leader and manager in a range of educational settings. Gain knowledge of research, help improve student learning and understand how theory intersects with … For more content click the Read more button below. You'll learn:Pedagogical principles and practiceGain knowledge of a variety of pedagogical styles to more effectively help students and teachers.Curriculum leadershipLearn how to engage with curriculum reform agendas, multiple knowledges and design learning programs for best results in a variety of contexts.Managing organisational changeUnderstand how flexibility, networking, customisation and a shared vision can be applied to effectively respond to change.Leadership and team buildingUse relevant research to evaluate current practice and manage diversity in educational and related organisations.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Education

Course coordinator

Anne Southall

Location(s)

Melbourne (Bundoora)

CRICOS code

031707G

Course instance contact

Anne Southall

Course duration (full time)

2 years

Study level

Postgraduate

AQF level

Level 9 - Masters Degree

Available only as an exit award

No

Study options

Domestic

International onshore

Completion requirements

Students must complete a total of 240 credit points to graduate from this course.

Course structure
240 credit points

Level one120 credit points
Level two120 credit points

Predefined electives

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of research as well as consideration of issues involved in the conceptualisation and design of research projects
2.
Demonstrate broad knowledge of strategies that can be used to evaluate teaching programs to improve student learning
3.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research into how students learn and the implications for teaching

Career outcomes

Successful graduates will be ready to apply for roles including:

  • School principal
    • Use your knowledge and expertise to lead the delivery of high-quality educational outcomes for students.
    • Lead, inspire, manage and develop staff to fulfil their potential and achieve optimal standards.
    • Engage with a wide variety of stakeholders.
  • Human resource professional
    • Be responsible for providing effective leadership to develop systems and processes for meaningful work, growth and respond to change initiatives.
  • Course project manager
    • Assist with the design, delivery and management of programs to achieve your educational organisation's goals.
    • Help improve student outcomes by training relevant staff.
    • Liaise with management and all other stakeholders.
  • Lead teacher
    • Demonstrate initiative in leading high performing diverse teams that engage in critical reflective practice for improved student learning.
    • Engage with the school community and other stakeholders.