Education

Master of Education (Administration)

The Master of Education (Administration) at Africa Nazarene University is a two-year postgraduate programme designed to develop educational leaders equipped for the complexities of twenty-first century institutional management. The programme combines theoretical foundations with practical applications in educational administration, policy navigation, and financial management.

Students engage with contemporary leadership paradigms through modules covering organisational behaviour, educational policy, and human resource management. The curriculum emphasises strategic initiative execution and the orchestration of programmes aimed at achieving educational objectives within diverse institutional contexts.

A distinctive feature is the integration of computer-assisted data analysis, recognising the growing importance of data-driven decision-making in education. Students develop proficiency in statistical software and research methods, enabling them to interpret institutional data and inform policy recommendations.

The programme incorporates online synchronous-based interactions for each unit, fostering collaborative learning whilst accommodating working professionals. This delivery model enables students to balance academic commitments with professional responsibilities whilst maintaining meaningful engagement with faculty and peers.

A thesis component, equivalent to six units, allows students to conduct original research in an area of educational administration. This substantial research output demonstrates analytical capability and contributes to the growing body of Kenyan educational leadership scholarship.

Graduates are prepared for roles spanning school administration, education policy analysis, human resource management in educational institutions, and curriculum development. The programme's accreditation by the Commission for University Education ensures recognition across Kenya and the wider East African region.

Skills Required

Educational Leadership
Strategic Planning
Financial Management in Education
Human Resource Management
Education Policy Analysis
Computer-Assisted Data Analysis
Curriculum Development
Research Methods
Online Teaching and Learning Design
Organisational Behaviour

Key Subjects

Education Administration
Organisational Behaviour
Education Policy
Financial Management in Education
Human Resource Management
Research Statistics
Computer-Assisted Data Analysis
Curriculum Theories
Theories of Learning
Online Teaching and Learning

Certifications

Teachers Service Commission Registration
Kenya Institute of Management Membership

Specializations

Educational Leadership

Focuses on contemporary leadership paradigms and their application in managing educational institutions effectively.

Education Policy Analysis

Equips students with skills to navigate and shape education policy at institutional and national levels.

Financial Management in Education

Covers budgeting, resource allocation, and financial administration within educational establishments.

Human Resource Management in Education

Addresses staffing, professional development, and performance management in educational settings.

Curriculum Development

Explores curriculum theories and their practical application in designing educational programmes.

Online Education Management

Focuses on the design and delivery of online teaching and learning environments.

Research and Data Analysis in Education

Develops proficiency in statistical software and research methods for evidence-based decision-making.

Strategic Planning in Education

Covers the formulation and execution of strategic initiatives in educational institutions.

Duration: 2 years
Public, up to: Ksh 246,000
Private, up to: Ksh 119,100
Job market: High

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Practicalities

Study mode: Online
Attachment: 0 months
Average class: 20 students
Award: Masters

What you study

10 subjects

Education Administration
Organisational Behaviour
Education Policy
Financial Management in Education
Human Resource Management
Research Statistics
Computer-Assisted Data Analysis
Curriculum Theories
Theories of Learning
Online Teaching and Learning

Modules

12 in the programme

Advanced Christian Professional Ethics
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Examines ethical frameworks and professional conduct in educational leadership from a Christian perspective.
Organisational Behaviour
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Studies individual and group behaviour within educational organisations and its impact on institutional effectiveness.
Theories and Practice of Education Administration
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Explores foundational and contemporary theories of educational administration and their practical application.
Research Statistics
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Covers statistical methods and techniques for educational research, including descriptive and inferential statistics.
Policies in Education
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Analyses education policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation at national and institutional levels.
Administration of Finances in Education
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Covers budgeting, financial planning, and resource management within educational institutions.
Computer Assisted Data Analysis
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Develops proficiency in statistical software for analysing educational data and supporting evidence-based decisions.
Human Resource Management and Education
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Addresses recruitment, professional development, performance management, and staff relations in educational settings.
Curriculum Theories and Education
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Examines curriculum design theories and their application in developing educational programmes.
Theories of Learning
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Explores cognitive, behavioural, and constructivist learning theories and their implications for educational practice.
Online Teaching and Learning
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Covers pedagogical strategies and technologies for designing and delivering effective online learning experiences.
Thesis
Year 2Semester 118 creditsCore
Original research project equivalent to six units, demonstrating analytical capability in educational administration.

Specialisations

Educational Leadership
Focuses on contemporary leadership paradigms and their application in managing educational institutions effectively.
Education Policy Analysis
Equips students with skills to navigate and shape education policy at institutional and national levels.
Financial Management in Education
Covers budgeting, resource allocation, and financial administration within educational establishments.
Human Resource Management in Education
Addresses staffing, professional development, and performance management in educational settings.
Curriculum Development
Explores curriculum theories and their practical application in designing educational programmes.
Online Education Management
Focuses on the design and delivery of online teaching and learning environments.
Research and Data Analysis in Education
Develops proficiency in statistical software and research methods for evidence-based decision-making.
Strategic Planning in Education
Covers the formulation and execution of strategic initiatives in educational institutions.

A day as a student

A typical day involves logging into the eNaz platform for synchronous online sessions with faculty, engaging in discussion forums, reviewing course materials, and working on research assignments. Students may also schedule appointments with lecturers for one-on-one academic guidance.

The trade offs

In its favour

Online synchronous delivery offers flexibility for working professionals whilst maintaining real-time faculty interaction.
Computer-assisted data analysis training provides increasingly valued data-driven decision-making skills.
Thesis component develops substantial research capabilities contributing to Kenyan educational scholarship.
CUE accreditation ensures recognition across Kenya and the wider East African region.

Against it

Only one institution in Kenya offers this exact programme, limiting choice and competitive pricing.
Private university fees may be prohibitive without external funding or employer sponsorship.
Online-only delivery may limit in-person networking opportunities compared to campus-based programmes.
Thesis requirement equivalent to six units extends the programme duration and workload significantly.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 243 education courses

Public94k to 246k

94k at The Open University of Kenya246k at Kenyatta University

Private94k to 119k

94k at Africa Nazarene University119k at Mount Kenya University

Annual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.

The fine print

KU 246,000/yr (webhostingvoice CEP mode). OUK 93,750/yr verified. MKU verified. ANU unverified.

Funding options include HELB postgraduate loans, ANU merit-based scholarships, and work-study opportunities within the university.

Funding options

HELB Postgraduate Loan
ANU Financial Aid
MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme

Scholarships

4 recorded

HELB Postgraduate Loan
LoanKsh 200,000Kenyan
Kenyan students pursuing postgraduate studies at recognised universities.
ANU Merit Scholarship
ScholarshipKsh 50,000Kenyan
Students who emerge tops in a semester qualify for cash awards for excellent performance.
ANU Work-Study Programme
Work studyKsh 60,000Kenyan
Students applying for work-study opportunities within the university.
MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme
ScholarshipKsh 400,000
Academically talented young Africans facing economic, social, or institutional barriers.

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade: N/A (Postgraduate)
Alternative entry: Holders of a Lower Second Class Honours with additional relevant training, evidence of research capability through publications or presentations, and relevant working experience may be considered. A relevant postgraduate diploma also qualifies for entry.

Bachelor of Education degree
Bachelor of Education degree (Lower Second)
Postgraduate Diploma

How you are assessed

4 components

Continuous Assessment Tests
Coursework40% of the mark
Cats and assignments conducted throughout each trimester to evaluate ongoing learning.
Final Examination
Examination60% of the mark
End-of-trimester examination covering all module content, worth 60 per cent of the unit grade.
Thesis
Research100% of the mark
Original research project equivalent to six units, assessed through thesis defence and written submission.
Online Participation
Coursework10% of the mark
Engagement in synchronous online sessions and discussion forums, contributing to continuous assessment.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE), ensuring recognition across Kenya and the wider East African region through IUCEA frameworks.

Accredited by

Commission for University Education (CUE)
Academic accreditationRequired
Statutory accreditation for all Kenyan universities and their degree programmes.
Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
Professional registration
Registration required for teaching and administrative roles in Kenyan public schools.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

6 roles

School Administrator
High demandKsh 80,000 to Ksh 150,000
Manages day-to-day operations of educational institutions, overseeing staff, students, and resources.
Education Policy Analyst
Moderate demandKsh 90,000 to Ksh 180,000
Analyses and develops education policies for government bodies, NGOs, and international organisations.
HR Manager (Education)
High demandKsh 100,000 to Ksh 200,000
Manages human resources functions within educational institutions including recruitment and professional development.
Curriculum Developer
Moderate demandKsh 75,000 to Ksh 140,000
Designs and develops educational curricula and learning materials for institutions and publishers.
Education Consultant
Moderate demandKsh 85,000 to Ksh 160,000
Provides advisory services to educational institutions on administration, policy, and strategic planning.
Academic Program Director
Moderate demandKsh 120,000 to Ksh 250,000
Oversees academic programmes at universities, ensuring quality and alignment with institutional goals.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates pursue roles in school administration, education policy analysis, HR management in education, and curriculum development across Kenya's growing education sector.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

SPSS
SoftwarePrimary
Statistical software used for computer-assisted data analysis in educational research.
Microsoft Excel
Software
Used for financial analysis, budgeting, and data management in educational administration.
ANU eNaz Platform
PlatformPrimary
ANU's online learning management system for accessing course materials and synchronous sessions.
Google Workspace
Software
Collaboration tools for group work, document sharing, and communication with faculty.

Industry links

Common misconceptions

The programme is only for aspiring school principals.
Graduates pursue diverse roles including policy analysis, HR management, financial administration, and consulting in education.
Online learning is inferior to classroom-based instruction.
ANU's synchronous model includes real-time interaction with faculty, collaborative activities, and periodic on-campus sessions.
A thesis is unnecessary for education practitioners.
Research skills are increasingly valued as education becomes more data-driven, and the thesis builds critical analytical capabilities.
The degree is only recognised within Kenya.
CUE accreditation is recognised across East Africa through IUCEA frameworks, enabling regional mobility.
Only qualified teachers can apply for this programme.
The programme accepts holders of relevant bachelor's degrees and postgraduate diplomas, not just teaching qualifications.
Education administration has limited career prospects in Kenya.
Ongoing education sector reforms and institutional expansion are driving demand for qualified education managers.