Graduate Leadership
Traditional Cohort

Be empowered as a transformational leader

Christian schools need leaders equipped to build thriving communities now more than ever. But it can be hard to know where to start your path to leadership. At Gordon our faculty have been in your shoes.
Our graduate leadership program is designed and taught entirely by Christian school leaders. With M.A. in Leadership and Ed.S. in Leadership options, you’ll learn from expert practitioners and alongside a cohort of peer Christian education professionals. Our highly relevant and immediately applicable coursework means you will quickly be empowered to excel in your leadership and make a difference in your school.

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COHORT MODEL:

Join a small cohort of 12-15 peer Christian education professionals. Through online courses and in-person residencies, grow alongside each other and remain connected to graduates of the M.A./Ed.S. program long after graduation. Navigate the challenges and opportunities of leadership in Christian education together.

EXPERT FACULTY:

Learn from instructors who have years of experience in Christian education and are committed to helping you flourish. Be mentored by heads of schools and experts in Christian education who become part of your professional network. Join conversations with guest speakers in all areas of school leadership.

PRACTICAL CURRICULUM:

Engage in real-world, real-time, relevant projects that quickly build professional skills that you can apply right away. Earn an M.A. or Ed.S. in Leadership to have confidence in your next career move.

Choose your degree

Whether you choose to earn a Master of Arts in Leadership (M.A.) or Educational Specialist in Leadership (Ed.S.), you will gain the skills you need to serve your community with confidence, competence and compassion.

Master of Arts in Leadership (M.A.)

Take the next step in your career, earning your master’s degree in Leadership. Students that have completed a bachelors degree prior, should apply for the M.A. degree option. Both the Master of Arts in Leadership and the Education Specialist in Leadership students are part of the same cohort and take the same courses.

Educational Specialist in Leadership (Ed.S.)

Take the next step in your career by earning your Educational Specialist degree in Leadership. Those students that have completed a prior master’s degree should apply for the Education Specialist degree option. Both the Master of Arts in Leadership and the Education Specialist in Leadership students are part of the same cohort and take the same courses. The Educational Specialist degree recognizes prior completed graduate work and provides advanced standing for future educational opportunities.

Here’s the plan: 2 years, 30 credits

YEAR ONE

SUMMER I

1-week residency in person

SUMMER II

1 online course

FALL

1 online course

WINTER

1 online course

SPRING

1 online course

YEAR TWO

SUMMER I

1-week residency in person

SUMMER II

1 online course

FALL

1 online course

WINTER & SPRING

capstone research

GRADUATION

You can fit this into your life!

The graduate leadership program was designed for working professionals, so our courses are offered online and in the evening during your school year. Two one-week intensive residencies bring your cohort together for an invaluable in-person networking and learning experience. This two-year program can fit your schedule and your budget.

Become a more confident and competent leader

"I teach in the graduate leadership program because I enjoy the invigorating interaction with committed professionals. The fellowship, camaraderie and laughter, in addition to the depth and character of the students, inspires and enriches me as we learn and grow together."
—Curt Masters

JOIN OUR NEXT COHORT:
Early application deadline—October 15
Scholarship deadline—February 15
Application deadline—March 15

Graduate Leadership Traditional Cohort

Be empowered as a transformational leader

Request information:

COHORT MODEL:

EXPERT FACULTY:

PRACTICAL CURRICULUM:

Choose your degree

Here’s the plan: 2 years, 30 credits

SUMMER I

SUMMER II

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

SUMMER I

SUMMER II

FALL

WINTER & SPRING

GRADUATION

You can fit this into your life!

Become a more confident and competent leader

Take the next steps!

Graduate Leadership
Traditional Cohort