Education, Management and Leadership, Master of Arts

Distance learning program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The distance learning programme Education, Management and Leadership (M.A.) at Hochschule Fresenius is aimed at professionals working in the education sector who wish to expand their leadership and management skills. Students acquire knowledge in sustainable human resource management, quality management, and digitalisation in the field of education. The programme focuses on the individual as part of a system and combines educational perspectives with business management content. Individual specialisations are possible, for example in media, adult education, or teaching. The programme offers flexible start dates and durations, online examinations, and personal support. The Master of Arts degree is officially recognised and includes international certificates from Arizona State University®. Admission is also possible without the Abitur, provided the applicant has the appropriate qualifications.

At a Glance

🏫 University Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Idstein (Germany)
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's largest private universities with campuses in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Idstein, Cologne, Munich and Wiesbaden. It offers practice-oriented bachelor's and master's degree programs in the fields of chemistry & biology, business & media, health & social affairs and design, as well as training and continuing education. Studies are possible on a full-time, part-time and distance learning basis.
🎓 Field of Study Social SciencesPedagogy
📜 Degree Master of Arts (M.A.)
⏳ Duration 4 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Module group: Introductory project on self-organised learning, Pedagogy as a science, Didactic models and principles, Pedagogy of the life span, Media education and media didactics, Education in an interdisciplinary context, Education and society, Quality management in education, Education, ethics and sustainability, Educational research, Qualitative and quantitative research; Subject-specific area: Sustainable personnel management in education, (Virtual) working and leading in international contexts, Psychology for managers, Modern forms and models of work, Designing change processes, Labour law for management and leadership; Elective areas: Learning, media and digitalisation, Didactic design, Technologies of digital teaching and learning, Media in an interdisciplinary context, National and international media law/multimedia law, Media education and media psychology …
📚 Electives Instructional Design, Educational Management and Program Planning, Internationalization of Educational Offerings, Digital and Personal Communication in the Educational Context
📍 Location online
📅 Enrollment Anytime
💶 Fees
from 315 € monthly
from 12600 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.de

Requirements and Target Group

The distance learning course “Education, Management and Leadership (M.A.)” is aimed at professionals who take on responsibility in the education sector or already hold responsible positions and wish to systematically expand their management knowledge. It is particularly targeted at educational specialists and executives, staff in educational institutions, education providers, human resources departments or (adult) education who seek a more business- and organisation-oriented approach to leadership and management tasks in the education sector. The programme is also suitable for individuals who want to advance change processes, quality assurance or the digitalisation of educational offerings within their organisation.

Which admission criteria do you need to consider?

The following formal admission requirements apply for enrolment in the Master’s programme “Education, Management and Leadership (M.A.)” at Hochschule Fresenius:

  • Completed university degree (e.g. Bachelor’s, Diplom, Magister) with at least 180 ECTS credits
  • Generally a relevant previous degree (e.g. pedagogy, social sciences, educational sciences, human resource management or related disciplines)
  • Alternatively: admission possible as professionally qualified persons with a completed vocational training of at least two years in an area relevant to the course of study, at least three years of relevant professional experience, as well as successful passing of an aptitude test and a letter of motivation
  • Technical college degrees and professional advancement qualifications can be recognised on a case-by-case basis
  • No numerus clausus (NC) is required

If there is individual need, the university may request additional evidence (e.g. credit points in specific subject areas) or an admission interview.

For successful study, you should have an interest in educational questions and educational management. Important personal requirements are self-organisation, time management and the ability to learn independently in the digital environment. Leadership skills, communication skills, openness to change processes as well as an affinity for digital technologies and media are helpful. Initial practical experience in the education sector, in further and continuing education, personnel development or management functions is advantageous but not mandatory.

Study Content in Detail

In the Master's programme in Education, Management and Leadership (M.A.), you engage in a practical manner with the interface of pedagogy, management and modern leadership. The programme imparts skills in the areas of strategic educational management, organisational development and leadership competence in the educational context. Key topics include:

  • Fundamentals of pedagogy as a science and interdisciplinary educational research
  • Didactic models, principles and media education – with a focus on digital teaching and learning formats
  • Quality management in education and ethical as well as sustainable educational processes
  • Basics of labour law in management and leadership contexts
  • Psychology for executives, change management and personnel development
  • Modern working methods, virtual work as well as (international) leadership competence
  • Research methods: qualitative and quantitative educational research

In the elective area, you can set targeted priorities, for example in instructional design, programme planning, internationalisation of educational offerings or digital and personal communication in the educational context. This way, you create an individual profile for shaping innovation and change processes in the education sector.

Course Progression: How Does the Distance Learning Work?

The distance learning programme is designed for a standard study period of 4 to 8 semesters (equivalent to 120 ECTS) and offers high flexibility in organisation. You learn completely independent of location and time via modern digital platforms, work on online learning units and take part in online examinations.

The start of the studies is possible on the first day of each month – extended study durations are also possible without additional costs (subject to adjustment of the fee model). Study materials are available online, supplemented by e-books, videos and StudyMags.

Additionally, you benefit from individual specialisations and can complete certificates from the international cooperation partner Arizona State University (ASU®). Regular online seminars and personal support from study coaches and lecturers ensure that you are optimally accompanied even in distance learning.

Career Opportunities & Job Prospects: Where Can You Work?

Graduates of the Master's programme in Education, Management and Leadership qualify for demanding specialist and management positions in the education sector and adjacent fields. You can take on the following roles, among others:

  • Leadership and management of educational institutions (e.g. academies, education centres, schools, universities, providers of further education)
  • Personnel and organisational development in companies or non-profit organisations
  • Project management, especially with a focus on digitalisation and change processes in educational contexts
  • Design, implementation and evaluation of educational programmes and digital teaching and learning innovations
  • Specialist consulting or work in educational administration and quality assurance at state or federal level

By choosing individual specialisations, you develop a profile that is attractive both for classic and innovative fields of work at the interface between pedagogical work and management.

Study Location: How Is the Programme Organised?

The Master’s degree in Education, Management and Leadership at Hochschule Fresenius is offered purely as a distance learning programme. You study location-independently and organise your learning routine flexibly. All teaching and support takes place digitally via the Canvas learning platform.

Online examinations allow you to complete final exams and term papers from home. You are supported by a network of study coaches, lecturers and digital resources. Administration of the programme is also entirely online.

Although Hochschule Fresenius has locations in many German cities (e.g., Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Idstein, Cologne, Munich, Wiesbaden), attendance at on-site events is not mandatory for your distance studies.

Costs and Financing: What Should You Budget For?

The tuition fees for the Master's programme in Education, Management and Leadership in distance learning are – depending on the chosen study duration – as follows:

  • 24 months: €525 per month
  • 36 months: €395 per month
  • 48 months: €315 per month

The total costs amount to €12,600 for a study period of 24 months, whereby discounted prices are possible through the use of promotion codes. The fees include all study materials, access to online libraries, support, examinations and ASU® certificates. Additional costs may arise for optional on-site appointments (e.g., for presence examinations).

Different options are available for financing:

  • BAföG (depending on personal situation within the framework of Meister-BAföG/Aufstiegs-BAföG)
  • Scholarship programmes (e.g., Deutschlandstipendium, company-specific funding)
  • KfW student loan
  • Support via employer (sponsoring, educational leave, cost coverage by company)

The university also offers advice on individual financing options and instalment models.

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