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Northwest Missouri State University

Department of Education Leadership

Statement of Mission

The mission of the Department of Educational Leadership is to prepare school leaders skilled in facilitation, motivation and communication to meet the needs of students, faculty and communities experiencing a world in perpetual and dynamic change. The department prepares educational leaders to empower the school’s various publics in developing a vision for the school, directing the school, and meeting the school’s day-to-day challenges. The department prepares school leaders to be ethical, to recognize the basic human dignity of each individual and to promote lifelong learning and self-improvement in themselves and in those for whom they are responsible.

Department Programs, Degrees and Endorsements

Alternative Certification

Masters of Education Degree in Education Leadership

Masters of Education Degree in Teacher Leadership

Masters of Education Degree in Higher Education Leadership

Advanced Programs


For more information, please contact:

Department of Educational Leadership
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
Phone: (660) 562-1231