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Lead the future of education with a 100% online PhD in Educational Leadership and Management.
The PhD in Educational Leadership and Management at UNIMA ECAMPUS is a research-intensive, fully online doctorate designed for professionals aiming to drive meaningful change across educational systems. This programme equips students with advanced leadership, policy, and research skills to shape strategic direction, enhance institutional effectiveness, and influence educational reform at local, national, and global levels.
With a focus on strategic planning, governance, and instructional leadership, this programme prepares graduates for leadership roles in academic institutions, government agencies, NGOs, and international education organizations.
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Strategic Leadership: Gain expertise in educational governance, institutional leadership, and policy-making.
Research Excellence: Conduct doctoral-level research that addresses complex challenges in education systems.
Global Relevance: Explore international perspectives in education leadership and management.
Flexible Online Format: Study remotely while balancing academic, professional, and personal commitments.
Career Impact: Prepare for roles such as university dean, education policy advisor, NGO director, or academic researcher.
The PhD in Educational Leadership and Management spans three years, combining coursework, advanced seminars, and original research leading to a dissertation.
Year 1 – Coursework Phase
Semester 1
Semester 2
Year 2 – Advanced Studies & Research
Semester 1
Semester 2 (Electives – Choose Two)
Year 3 – Dissertation Research & Defense
Semester 1
Semester 2
To enrol in the PhD in Educational Leadership and Management at UNIMA ECAMPUS, applicants must meet the following criteria:
All students applying for DBA & PhD programs must submit:
CV*
Reference Letter from 2 people**
Concept note about their intended area of study/program**
Master’s transcript,
Minimum Masters degree first degree from any credible university (Professional degrees like CA,CFA, etc. will not be considered as equivalent to Masters)
ACCA or CIMA professionals will be treated as bachelors
5 years of work experience is required
International:
All basic national requirements (Points 1-4)
Last 3 points same as above but owing to equivalencies of degrees as accepted in Malawi
* The application form will have mandatory fields for the above mentioned 3 points
** Provisional acceptance letter can’t be issued for these missing docs.
If you have any questions about the Programme, we’re here to help. Contact our admissions team.
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