Official Qualification
9 months / 60 ECTS
Specialise with UAX’s Online Master’s in Educational Institution Management. You will develop skills in educational leadership, team management, strategic planning, academic organisation and the evaluation of educational quality, enabling you to take on leadership and management roles within educational institutions.
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The Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions prepares you to take on responsibilities for coordination, organisation and management within educational institutions. You will develop the skills to lead teaching teams, plan the institution’s activities and make decisions aimed at improving its operations and outcomes.
The programme covers the key areas of school leadership and management: pedagogical leadership, people and resource management, strategic planning, academic organisation, institutional communication, the regulatory framework and the evaluation of educational quality.
You will apply your knowledge through real-life case studies, simulations and projects related to school leadership. You will tackle situations involving team management, academic organisation, school life, communication with families, strategic planning and the evaluation of outcomes.
This practical approach will enable you to understand how the pedagogical, organisational, financial and administrative aspects are integrated into the management of a school and how to tackle the common challenges of a leadership role.
You will develop the skills needed to lead teams, manage resources and coordinate the running of schools from a strategic, pedagogical and organisational perspective, linked to the key educational challenges identified by international organisations such as the OECD and UNESCO.
If you are a teacher, a careers adviser or a member of an educational team, you will develop skills in educational leadership, team coordination, strategic planning and school management to broaden your professional responsibilities.
If you come from a different professional background, you will gain an understanding of the organisation, management and day-to-day running of educational institutions, including the key academic, administrative and leadership processes specific to such institutions.
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The Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions is aimed at education professionals who wish to develop skills in pedagogical leadership, team management, academic organisation and the management of educational institutions. It may also be of interest to professionals working in the education sector who wish to broaden their knowledge of the management and administration of educational institutions.
It is particularly recommended for:
Entry requirements
You will be eligible for this Master’s programme if you hold one of the following qualifications or have one of the following profiles:
Important: whilst the Master’s degree provides specialised training in leadership and the management of educational institutions, it does not replace the professional or administrative requirements that may be necessary to hold certain management posts, particularly in state schools.
El programa aborda las principales áreas de la dirección y gestión de centros educativos: liderazgo pedagógico, organización académica, gestión de personas y recursos, normativa, comunicación y calidad educativa. La formación se completa con prácticas externas y un Trabajo Fin de Máster.
Master's Degree in Educational Centre Leadership and Management
First Year
FIRST FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM150300 | Participatory centres and the educational community | OB | 6 |
| SM150301 | Education, society and the SDGs: towards a new social contract in education | OB | 6 |
| SM150302 | Educational innovation, ICT and disruptive educational models | OB | 6 |
| SM150303 | Regulations, administration and financial management | OB | 6 |
| SM150304 | Promotion, communication and institutional relations in educational establishments | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
SECOND FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM150305 | Strategy and cultural transformation in educational institutions | OB | 6 |
| SM150306 | Excellence in education | OB | 6 |
| SM150307 | Leadership, managerial skills and people management in educational institutions | OB | 6 |
| SM150308 | External Academic Placements | OB | 6 |
| SM150309 | Master’s Thesis | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
Our degree is official, verified by the Council of Universities and fully valid in Spain, as well as in the European Higher Education Area.
It is recognised by the Education Systems of Latin America, being recognised and approved by the different Ministries of Education in Latin America:
SENESCYT, MEN (MinEducation), SEP, Mescyt, among others, automatically.
The External Academic Placements (6 ECTS | 150 hours) will enable you to join management teams and gain first-hand insight into how an educational institution is organised and managed. During your placement, you will take part in activities relating to strategic planning, academic organisation, team management, institutional communication and educational improvement processes.
You will undertake the placement during the second term at partner educational centres and institutions, including organisations affiliated with ACADE, Fomento de Centros de Enseñanza and the Fundación Educación Católica (FEC).
Furthermore, you will analyse the school’s leadership and management model, identify opportunities for improvement and develop proposals aligned with the knowledge acquired on the master’s programme, linking your academic training to the professional reality of school leadership.
If you have relevant professional experience, you may be able to have your work placement recognised. Please contact our advisers for a personalised assessment of ECTS recognition.
The main reason why at UAX there are students like you is the possibility of making your personal, professional and academic life compatible. Our differential value is a methodology without barriers, focused on you and your desire to learn.
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In addition, you will have the full availability of our campus in Madrid, to carry out your formalities, solve your doubts and enjoy the facilities it offers you.
If you have professional experience or prior learning relevant to the Master’s programme, you may apply for an individual assessment of credit recognition.
Our admissions team will advise you on the recognition options applicable to your situation and the application procedure.
A network of exam centres and spaces to enhance your university experience
Take your in-person exams at our designated centres in Spain and Latin America, so you can choose the location that best suits your needs. Centres are subject to availability and capacity.
Furthermore, as a student at UAX Online, you’ll have access to our Campus Hubs – a network of exclusive physical spaces where you can study, access libraries, work in co-working areas and connect with other students. Because studying online doesn’t mean studying alone.
Campus Hubs available in: Alcobendas, Alcorcón, Valencia San Vicente, Murcia, Barcelona, Málaga, Seville and Arganda.
Access is granted with your UAX student card, subject to availability and the opening hours of each centre.
Teaching staff
Train alongside a teaching staff comprising headteachers, heads of studies, academic coordinators, researchers and specialists in educational leadership.
PhD candidate in Educational Sciences at the University of Lisbon and a member of the management team at AFIRSE Portugal. A specialist in teacher training, educational leadership and training management, he has international experience in research, university teaching and the development of educational projects in Portugal, Spain, Brazil and Italy.
Headteacher of Cristo Rey School and an educational consultant specialising in leadership and management of senior leadership teams. He has over 15 years’ experience in school leadership and a long track record in training, mentoring and the professional development of educational leaders.
Primary Education Coordinator at Highlands School, Los Fresnos. A specialist in educational leadership, pedagogical innovation and teacher training, she has experience in academic coordination and the development of educational projects. She has been awarded the Ángel Herrera Award for Excellence in Teaching.
A telecommunications engineer and Head of Secondary and Sixth Form Studies at Kolbe International School. Specialising in educational leadership and academic management, he combines coordinating teaching teams with teaching Mathematics, Technology and Computer Science, bringing a practical perspective to school organisation.
He holds a PhD in Education and is the headteacher of Arturo Soria School. He has extensive experience in educational leadership and management, pedagogical innovation and teacher training, combining school leadership with university teaching and the development of educational improvement projects.
PhD in History and Head of the Teaching Staff at the Faculty of Education, UAX. He has over 20 years’ experience in university teaching, academic management and teacher training, as well as an outstanding research record in the fields of education and the social sciences.
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Students from Ibero-America
This programme is aimed at Ibero-American citizens or foreign nationals legally resident in countries within the OEI’s sphere of influence. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
Students from Ecuador
This programme is aimed at citizens with Ecuadorian nationality and/or residence who wish to study an online master’s degree in Spain. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
2025, 2nd Edition
Grants for students on higher-level vocational training, undergraduate, postgraduate or master’s programmes enrolled at Spanish universities with a Santander agreement. A financial supplement to support you whilst undertaking your work placements.
If you graduated from UAX and are now thinking of studying for a new degree, we want to continue supporting you. That’s why we’re offering you a 10 per cent discount on tuition fees.
If you have an immediate family member (up to the second degree of kinship) enrolled at UAX, you can benefit from a 5 per cent discount on tuition fees. Because studying as a family is even better.
Studying for two degrees at the same time is a challenge, and we want to support you. If you’re already at UAX and enrol on a second degree programme, you’ll be eligible for a grant towards your booking fee and tuition fees.
If you’d like to continue your studies with us and progress from vocational training to a bachelor’s degree, from one bachelor’s degree to another, or from a bachelor’s degree to a postgraduate degree, we’re here to support you with a grant covering up to 25 per cent of your tuition fees.
If you have a strong academic record, we would like to recognise your talent with a scholarship designed for new students. (Excludes the degree in Medicine).
If you’re a high-performance athlete, at UAX we want to help you balance your passion with your studies. We offer specific grants that can cover up to 50% of your tuition fees.
Yes. The UAX Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions is an official degree worth 60 ECTS credits, recognised in Spain and within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).
As it is an officially recognised master’s degree, it provides access to doctoral studies once the requirements set out in current regulations have been met, and may be recognised or accredited by the relevant authorities in different countries in accordance with their applicable legislation.
The Master’s in Educational Institution Management provides comprehensive training in educational leadership, team management, strategic planning, academic organisation, educational regulations and quality assessment.
Throughout the programme, you will gain in-depth knowledge of areas such as the leadership and management of educational institutions, institutional communication, financial and administrative management, organisational transformation, people leadership and continuous improvement. In addition, you will round off your training through external work placements and a Master’s Thesis applied to real-world contexts of educational management.
To enrol on the Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions, you must hold an official university degree, preferably in an education-related field, such as Early Years Education, Primary Education, Pedagogy, Social Education, Educational Psychology or a Master’s Degree in Teacher Training.
Professionals with proven experience in school management teams and foreign graduates who meet the entry requirements set by the university may also be eligible.
It is important to distinguish between the academic entry requirements for the Master’s programme and the professional requirements for certain management posts, which may vary depending on the applicable regulations and the type of educational institution.
The Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions provides specialised training in educational leadership, school management, academic organisation and team leadership, preparing students to take on coordination and management responsibilities within educational institutions.
However, obtaining the Master’s degree does not replace the professional or administrative requirements that may be necessary for access to certain management posts. In the case of the management of state schools and other regulated roles, it will be necessary to meet the conditions set out in current legislation and the relevant selection procedures.
The Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions combines academic training, case studies, simulations and projects applied to real-life school management situations. Throughout the programme, you will explore aspects related to pedagogical leadership, team management, strategic planning, academic organisation and the evaluation of educational quality.
The online format will allow you to balance your studies with your professional commitments, whilst accessing resources, activities and academic support via the virtual campus. Furthermore, the learning experience is complemented by external academic placements and activities focused on decision-making and tackling the challenges commonly encountered in the management of educational institutions.
Yes. The Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions includes compulsory external academic placements (6 ECTS | 150 hours) which take place during the second term.
During this period, you will join management teams and gain first-hand insight into the leadership and management of an educational institution. You will take part in activities relating to strategic planning, academic organisation, team management, institutional communication and the evaluation of educational improvement processes.
Furthermore, the Master’s programme has agreements with leading educational organisations and networks, enabling you to apply the knowledge you have acquired to real-life situations involving school leadership and management. In certain cases, the work placement may be recognised for academic credit if relevant professional experience is demonstrated and the requirements set by the university are met.
The Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions prepares you to take on roles involving coordination, planning and management in educational institutions and organisations linked to education. Key professional areas include:
Access to certain posts, particularly those involving the management of state schools or educational inspection, is subject to the requirements, procedures and conditions laid down by current legislation
The role of a school headteacher goes beyond administrative management. Their role involves leading the educational programme, coordinating teaching staff, driving continuous improvement within the school and ensuring that academic and organisational objectives are met.
Their main responsibilities include:
The Master’s in Educational Leadership prepares students to tackle these challenges from the perspective of pedagogical leadership, strategic management and the evaluation of educational quality
Although the two concepts are closely related, they do not mean the same thing.
School leadership focuses on the pedagogical and strategic leadership of the school. It involves setting objectives, driving the educational programme forward, coordinating teams, promoting continuous improvement and making decisions that guide the institution’s development.
The management of educational institutions, on the other hand, refers to the organisation and administration of the resources, processes and activities necessary to achieve those objectives. It includes aspects relating to academic, financial, administrative, technological and human resources management.
The Master’s in School Leadership addresses both dimensions in an integrated manner, preparing students to lead educational organisations and effectively manage the resources and processes that enable them to function.
Yes. As this is an official Master’s degree worth 60 ECTS, it may be recognised as a merit in competitive examinations for teaching posts, transfer competitions and other public selection processes relating to education.
However, the specific assessment and scoring will always depend on the terms and conditions of each call for applications and the regulations applicable within each education authority. For this reason, we recommend that you check the current assessment criteria for the process you wish to apply for.
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