The program develops best business practices including vision setting, finance and project management. It provides opportunities for practical applications of these skills outside of the classroom, and places a focus on the values that help leaders develop strong character among their students, colleagues and the greater community. The MBA in Education Leadership program helps transform educators into motivated and influential community builders.

The MBAEL program is endorsed by Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) for the WI Administrator – Principal (5051) license, Director of Instructor (5010) license, and School Business Manager (5008) license.  If you will be seeking a principal license, eligibility for a Wisconsin teaching license is required.  For more information about this requirement please review information on DPI’s website linked here.  If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please contact the program director, Michele Trawicki (trawickim@msoe.edu)

*STEM designated program for international students*

Mode of Delivery Program Credits Admissions Requirements
Online asynchronous 37 credits
  • Official undergraduate transcripts
  • Resume
  • Personal statement

 

Admissions Process

  1. Submit application online.
  2. Submit supporting documents to admissions counselor via student portal or email.
  3. Completed file reviewed by program director for admission decision.
  4. Upon acceptance, submit your Enrollment Deposit to secure your spot in the program. 
  5. Gain access to your myMSOE account and MSOE email.
  6. Admissions Office registers you for appropriate coursework and sends schedule when finalized by the Registrar’s Office.
  7. You are officially an MSOE Raider!
  8. Attend orientation! (in person and virtual options available approximately two weeks before the start of the semester)

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MBA in Education Leadership Program Details

Read more about MSOE's MBA in Education Leadership graduate degree.

Meet our Faculty

Get to know our distinguished Rader School of Business faculty.

The MBA in Education Leadership is a powerful opportunity for aspiring administrators. This innovative program combines business insight with proven practices in school leadership, preparing you to lead with confidence, vision, and impact. I love being involved in this program and inspiring future leaders—the connections you’ll build here will last a lifetime."

Michele Trawicki
MBA Education Leadership Program Director
Retired Elementary School Principal

Administrator Licensing Information

Learn about the components required to be endorsed for a Wisconsin administrative license in the areas of Principal, Director of Instruction and/or Business Administrator.

Pay Enrollment Deposit

Fee may be paid with a credit card or checking account.

Contact Us

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Accreditation

The Rader School of Business at Milwaukee School of Engineering is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for all graduate and undergraduate business programs. 

State Licensure

MSOE is required by the Department of Education to provide enrolled and prospective students and their parents certain information. The information in this section includes disclosures as required by the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) of 2008. Below is an indication of whether the MBA in Education Leadership program meets the educational requirements for licensure in all U.S. states and territories.

  • Satisfies Educational Requirements: WI
  • Does Not Satisfy Educational Requirements: None
  • No Determination Made: AL, AK, AS, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, GU, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MP, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, VI, WA, WV, WY