Master of Science in Instructional Leadership 

The Master of Science in Instructional Leadership program at Robert Morris University builds on what students have mastered on the job, as well as in teacher education programs. The program will extend your abilities in a wide variety of areas to help you advance professionally.

The 36-credit degree program is designed for elementary or secondary school teachers, those in corporate training and development, or those in scholastic athletics and recreation management. Six specialization tracks are offered: Leadership, Corporate Training, Elementary Education, English Education, Mathematics Education and Sport Management.

Classes are taught by faculty members who are experts in education and related disciplines, and by practicing professionals who are leaders in the field. Fall and spring semester classes are offered in the evenings during eight-week terms. Many summer courses are also offered during the day for more intensive study.

The program includes a practicum that provides you with the opportunity to conduct a field-based project. You will work with teachers, managers, administrators or other decision-makers and policy-makers in an educational setting to perform this on-site, guided practical experience. You may choose to focus your practicum in your specialization area.

Specialization Tracks

The Leadership track is designed for educators interested in setting goals, allocating resources to instruction, managing curricula, monitoring lesson plans and evaluating programs.

The Corporate Training track is designed for individuals who create and/or deliver instruction to adults in a business setting. Studies are applicable to a variety of industries, including government and nonprofit organizations.

The Elementary Education track is designed for elementary teachers who wish to enhance their expertise with a master's degree, or for those currently pursuing elementary teacher certification.

The English Education track is designed for secondary English or communications teachers who wish to enhance their expertise with a master's degree, or for those currently pursuing secondary teacher certification in English or communications.

The Mathematics Education track is designed for secondary mathematics teachers who wish to enhance their expertise with a master's degree, or for those currently pursuing secondary teacher certification in mathematics.

The Sport Management track is designed for individuals in scholastic athletics and recreation management. The program develops a core of sport management, public relations, marketing and other skills required of leaders in these fields.

Curriculum

Area I (21 credits)

Area II - 3 credits
One from:

Area III - 3 credits
One from:

Area IV - Specialization Track (9 credits)
Leadership Track
3 electives chosen from:

• Courses listed above that have not been taken
• Courses offered for other specialization tracks
• Independent or directed study courses approved by the department head and dean
• Other graduate courses offered by the University for which prerequisites have been met

Corporate Training Track

Elementary Education Track

English Education Track

Mathematics Education Track

Mathematics Education Track

Application Procedures

Students should submit the following credentials to the Graduate Admissions Office:

• A completed application and a non-refundable $35 application fee. Or apply online for free.
• Official undergraduate transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
• Two current letters of recommendation.
• A current resume.

Tuition

Tuition information can be found at Tuition & Fee Schedules. The tuition rate includes all University fees except fees for courses that have an online component.

Program Location

Offered in Moon Township only.

More Information

Contact our Graduate Admissions Office at 412-397-5200 or admissionsoffice@rmu.edu.