The Professional Diploma in Educational Leadership prepares current and future leaders with the expertise needed to navigate and shape the dynamic field of education. The program provides an in-depth exploration of crucial topics, including educational policy development, leadership theories, and change management models, with a focus on strategic methods for enhancing educational outcomes. Participants will engage with contemporary challenges, devise strategies for impactful leadership, and acquire practical tools to implement meaningful changes within educational institutions.
This Professional Diploma is a three-month course, comprising two modules. Both modules are necessary to achieve this qualification.Â
Learning Outcomes:
- Examine the contemporary issues and perspectives in education policy and practice in the rapidly changing educational landscape.
- Discuss the critical role of leadership in the formulation and implementation of educational policy and practice.
- Critically analyze the models of education leadership and management.
- Develop leadership strategies to navigate and influence policy implementation and practices for improved educational outcomes.
- Describe the key concepts of change and change management in an educational context and underlying implications for educational leadership.
- Analyze the different approaches to educational change management and their implications for effective leadership practice.
- Critically evaluate the role of relevant theories and models of change management in leading educational change and improvements.
- Gain familiarity with different research practices and conduct ‘micro’ studies in the practice of educational research focusing on educational change and improvements.