Program Overview
The Master of Arts major in Educational Management is a two-year graduate program that enhances the knowledge of students in the basic principles of planning supervisory programs at all levels – elementary, secondary, and tertiary. It teaches management theories, process-planning, organizing, leading and controlling applicable to educational agencies and academic institutions. The program helps students familiarize themselves with important Presidential decrees, circulars, memoranda, letters of instruction and school laws that are useful in their future practice.
Recommended Undergraduate Program
Students who wish to pursue a graduate degree in Educational Management should have an undergraduate degree in the education field. However, students who do not hold an undergraduate program in those fields but still wish to pursue the program are encouraged to take at least 18 units of courses in the relevant fields. Additionally, it is advised for those who wish to take up this program to have had prior experience in teaching.
Subjects and Curriculum
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Foundations of Education
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Educational Planning
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Organization & Management
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Educational Statistics
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Research Methodology
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Research Seminar
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Organizational Development and Leadership Effectiveness
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Administration and Supervision of Schools
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Education in Community Development
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Education Laws, Practices
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Trends and Issues
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Comparative Educational Systems
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Professional Ethics and Values Education
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Education Models, Paradigms and Procedures
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Research and Theory Construction in Communication
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Qualitative Approaches in Communication Research
Admission Requirements
Qualifications
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The student must have an undergraduate degree in either Elementary and Secondary Education. An applicant with a degree not in line with the education field may still be admitted to the program as long as they take the pre-requisite courses. However, some colleges and universities admit any bachelor’s degree holders.
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The student must pass the Graduate Admissions Test of the university
Basic Requirements
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Undergraduate Transcript of records (Original and Photocopy)
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Recommendation letters from former professors, deans, or colleagues
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Letter of intent
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Certificate of employment
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Most recent medical and dental health record
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Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
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Copy of undergraduate diploma
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(1) Latest 2”x2”ID Picture
Program Outcome
Graduates of MA in Educational Management are expected to be able to:
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Facilitate the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of learning
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Advocate, nurture, and sustain a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth
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Ensure management of learning outcomes including operations and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment
Board Exam
To become a Licensed Teacher in the Philippines, a graduate of MA in Educational Management needs to pass the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET). The examination is conducted by the Board of Professional Teachers under the supervision of the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC).
Career Opportunities
Graduates of MA in Educational Management may pursue a career path in both public and private educational institutions or government agencies. They may apply for roles such as a college professor, head teacher, department head, school principal, administrator, school supervisor, college dean, education researcher, educational consultant, or a curriculum developer.