MSE in Instructional Leadership

The MSE in Instructional Leadership at Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education is designed to develop leaders in the educational community. Students will dive into the pressing issues in education and learn from distinguished faculty with invaluable experience. Program graduates earn a master’s degree and are eligible for instructional leadership certification in just 18 months.

Instructional Leadership

This MSE program is designed for candidates with an unwavering belief in the importance of leadership development.

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“As a doctoral student, I experienced a culture of caring that nurtured my own faith. Nursing is a calling, and at Samford, I learned that I can show people, through nursing, that God loves them–that they are seen, known and their lives have purpose.” – Rachel Steil, DNP ‘19

Program Objectives

The MSE in Instructional Leadership is designed to develop leaders in the educational community. Students dive into the pressing issues in education and learn from distinguished faculty with valuable experience. Program graduates earn a master’s degree and are eligible for instructional leadership certification in just 18 months.

Core Concepts

Issues in school finance: in-depth study of taxation, state school finance systems, impact of school finance litigation, budgeting processes and current/emerging issues
Management design for school improvement: create a learning environment conducive to school success through equitable resource use
Legal and ethical issues in education: learn how local, state and federal laws play a role in establishing school policies and practices
Teaching in the diverse classroom: look at diversity factors and learn to teach to students' learning styles

“Samford created a personalized learning experience that prepared me to be a better educational leader.”

“I expanded my knowledge base with expert professors in their field and made many personal and professional connections.”

—Wendy Story, MSE Instructional Leadership '13, EdS '17, EdD '20

Career Preparation

This program is designed for K-12 professionals with a passion for education and an unwavering belief in the importance of leadership development. Join this program if you have a desire to be pushed to your greatest potential and serve the education system in one of the following administrative roles: