Education & Training Management - Leadership

During the programme, you’ll explore theories of organisational management and leadership, organisational decision-making and the psychology of organisational behaviour, change management and culture in organisations. You’ll also develop skills to help you problem-solve and make informed decisions.



Achieve better balance with flexible learning

Modules are delivered in-person and online to help you balance work or home commitments, and you’ll study in a diverse and inclusive environment. You’ll also undertake a research dissertation in the second year of the programme.



Once you graduate, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to move into leadership roles in your current workplace; industry, schools, higher education, healthcare or learning and development.

Applicants must have a good honours degree (minimum 2.2) with three years substantial experience working in a recognised education/training environment.



In certain circumstances, applicants not possessing the above qualifications may be considered if they are able to present, at interview, evidence of professional experience and responsibility in a relevant area of work, and high-level interest in the research literature relevant to one of the themes highlighted in the programme. Such applicants will be required to submit a written assignment or portfolio prior to interview.



Candidates should note that an interview is part of the selection process for this programme. Shortlisted candidates are expected to be available for interview. Interview slots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. It is not possible to accommodate other interview dates.



Due to the specialist nature of this programme, additional criteria may be used to assess suitability to undertake this programme. For further information, please contact the Programme Chair using the contact details above.



Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their application under the Transcripts section of the portal, affirming their intent to apply for RPL.

2 years part-time, blended learning.

The programme commences in September

The MSc in Education and Training Management (Leadership) at DCU is a management qualification.



It builds on a long heritage of equipping educators moving into, or holding, leadership roles with the knowledge and skills to succeed in those roles.



It is the ideal qualification for those who wish to progress in their current employment environment connected to the broad education and training sector including schools, industry training, health and many areas of public sector management.



For others, the MSc as a management qualification has allowed participants to make a career change.



Teachers have moved into leadership roles in schools since their graduation. These roles include Principal, Deputy Principal, and other senior roles which oversees different areas of responsibility in schools.



Other graduates have moved into new careers and leadership roles after completing the programme. These roles include Head of Learning and Development, lecturer roles in the Higher Education sector, or working in advisory and leadership roles in Agencies.



Other graduates have built a new career pathway from doing the programme.