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Our MBA in Educational Leadership, delivered online and on your schedule, offers the flexibility to grow at work and continue your own learning.
Duration Full-time 12-18 months Part time 2-5 years
Entry requirements View full entry requirements
Credit points required 120
Location Remote / Online
Intake From 20 October 2025
Course code SBUAT1 SATAC codes
We know life gets busy as an educator. You take pride in the education of others. Now, it’s time to invest in your own. Our hyperflexible Master of Business Administration (Educational Leadership) is delivered with your work-life balance in mind.
This Master’s in Educational Leadership is now available in the UK with a revolutionary hyperflexible format. Time is your most valuable resource, so we’ve reimagined the MBA to fit around your life – giving you full control.
Alongside core competencies, you’ll develop effective business strategies, design and implement sustainability initiatives, and master environmental, social, and corporate governance disclosure and reporting.
To lead your teams to success, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to navigate the education industry, and understand the long-term impact of decisions that are made now.
Gain industry cutting-edge insight in education leadership for approximately £12,000. Your postgraduate education should boost your future, not be a burden on it.
Payment will be processed in Australian Dollars at $2,000 per unit (AUD $24,000 per degree). Advertised GBP prices are indicative only and subject to exchange rate fluctuations and bank fees at the time of purchase.
There are no hidden or additional fees. All masterclasses are included in the price, plus access to learning resources and networking opportunities.
You don’t have to pay the full fee up front; you can pay as you enrol in units. That way you can manage your own progress and your budget.
We offer face-to-face engagement opportunities through intensive masterclasses at our new London campus. These sessions are optional, included in your course fees, and designed to enhance your hyperflexible learning journey.
Gain access to thought leaders driving business into the future. Join change makers and peers from across the UK, work through trending opportunities and challenges, and be inspired by senior leaders.
Submit assessments when you’re ready. You’ll have a five-year window to complete the Master of Business Administration (Educational Leadership).
Studying at Charles Darwin University
We provide the opportunity to learn with a strong industry focus and a multidisciplinary approach to upskilling. This ethos stems from our history as Australia’s only remote university. Based in Northern Australia, our students are taught to be resourceful, resilient and to think differently.
Our comprehensive curriculum includes 12 essential units (120 credits). While you can complete them in any order that suits your immediate needs, we provide a recommended sequence for optimal learning progression.
Recommended foundation units (from October 2025):
Advanced application units (available late 2025/2026)
Pathway 1: Standard progression
Pathway 2: School calendar aligned
Looking to hone specific skills quickly?
You may want to plan your studies around immediate personal or professional priorities. Aim to:
You can apply with academic transcripts, or with relevant work experience.
Standard entry: A Bachelor’s degree in any field studied in the English language (or equivalent international qualification).
Don’t have a Bachelor’s degree?
We also consider alternative entry pathways – including PGCE, QTS, or equivalent teaching certifications, combined with leadership experience. We also consider advanced diplomas, higher certificates and specialist educational credentials.
Find out more about applying by work experience.
To apply, make sure you have:
These courses are offered in English. If you completed your education in English, no additional requirements apply.
If your qualifications are in another language, and/or you speak English as a second language, you may need to demonstrate English proficiency through recognised tests or supporting documentation.
Find out about accreditation, real-world impacts of your degree, and flexible exit points for industry-recognised qualifications.
Degrees offered by Charles Darwin University Australia are accredited in Australia.
Charles Darwin University Australia is regulated through the Australian Government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). TEQSA is the department responsible for regulating and assuring the quality of all higher education providers in Australia.
Charles Darwin University is searchable as a registered higher education provider through the National Register.
Charles Darwin University is bound by the following acts and standards as a registered provider:
Learn more about these acts and standards.
Charles Darwin University Australia is not registered with the Office of Students as having UK degree awarding powers.
The Master of Educational Leadership degree enables you to transform your career in a meaningful way through enhancing your leadership capabilities and ability to think strategically.
Expected application of our MBA (Educational Leadership) courses include:
If you want a particular skill or accreditation, you can exit any time with the completed units.
Complete 40 credits – or four units – for an Australian-accredited Graduate Certificate in Business.
Take the first step towards a brighter future by enrolling in our Master of Business Administration (Educational Leadership) programme. Join a community of ambitious professionals and gain the skills needed to excel in today’s competitive landscape.
