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Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership

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What will I learn?

In the Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership, you'll study theory and best practices unique to working in leadership roles in universities and colleges.

Using a systems thinking approach, you'll consider the challenges that administrators and leaders face. And, you'll have the opportunity to propose strategic ways to solve these challenges.

You'll also critically assess research advances in the field of higher education leadership and prepare to put this knowledge into practice.

With a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership, you'll be prepared to lead meaningful change in complex and challenging educational environments.

Specialization

You'll choose a specialization in the Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership: business development in international education or systems leadership in higher education.

You'll be able to customize your program of study and focus on the area of higher education that interests you most.

Program outcomes

Once you've completed this program, you'll have:

a systems thinking approach to strategically address current challenges and opportunities that post secondary institutions are facing
an enhanced understanding of higher education scholarship and how to apply theory to practice
the ability to engage in self-assessment and self-awareness to enhance your leadership skills, improve relationships and meet your professional goals

Our graduates find success in roles such as:

senior leadership in a university or college (e.g., vice president, director, coordinator, dean)
leadership and administration in student affairs, enrolment services, IT, advancement and business development

Which department am I in?

School of Education and Technology

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$17,638.00 (10,69,683) per year
CAN $35,227 for the entire course

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Application deadline

Expected March 2025

Start date

June 2025

Venue

Royal Roads University

2005 Sooke Road,

VICTORIA,

British Columbia (BC),

V9B 5Y2, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

STANDARD ADMISSION

  • Four year (or comparable) undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
  • Minimum of three years of relevant, paid work experience within recognized higher education institutions (i.e., public or accredited colleges, universities, poly-techniques, or institutions providing formal tertiary programs), including some leadership experience.

FLEXIBLE ADMISSION

  • To be considered for Flexible Admission, applicants would normally require a minimum of seven years of work experience in higher education institutions (i.e., public or accredited colleges, universities, poly-techniques, or institutions providing formal tertiary programs), including a minimum of 3 years of leadership experience.

English Language Requirements:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic 6.5 overall with a minimum 6.5 in writing and speaking and 6.0 in listening and reading
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT 88 overall with a minimum 24 in writing and 20 in listening, reading and speaking
  • Pearson Test of English – Academic (PTE-A): 60 overall with a minimum 60 in writing and speaking and 58 minimum in listening and reading

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Royal Roads University

Based in one of Canada’s most beautiful national historic sites, Royal Roads University (RRU) has been educating students for more than 80 years.

  • Cohort teaching model that encourages collaboration
  • 108 nationalities studying on campus
  • Experience-led courses to promote real-world skills
  • Very well-equipped for online learning