Graduates with a strong academic background and proven leadership skills can pursue a rewarding career as a School Principal or Deputy Principal. In this high impact role, professionals oversee the strategic management of schools, ensure academic excellence, and foster a supportive learning environment for students and staff. Core responsibilities include curriculum development, teacher supervision, budgeting, policy implementation, and stakeholder communication. With an advanced degree in educational leadership and management, in graduates are equipped to drive institutional growth, promote innovation in teaching, and maintain compliance with educational standards. This career path offers excellent opportunities for leadership, community impact, and long-term professional development in both public and private education sectors. 

A Director of Educational Institutions is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the strategic, academic, and operational management of schools, colleges, or universities. With an advanced degree such as an MBA or Doctor of Education, professionals in this role ensure high-quality educational standards, effective leadership, financial sustainability, and compliance with national and international regulations. They develop long-term strategies for institutional growth, implement innovative teaching models, and manage faculty performance to enhance student outcomes. As top-level leaders in the education sector, Directors of Educational Institutions combine strong organizational management with academic expertise, making them highly sought-after in global education management careers.

A Department Head in ministries, associations, and NGOs is a senior leadership professional responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring the effective implementation of policies and programs. With a strong focus on governance, public administration, and organizational development, this role combines leadership, policy-making, and stakeholder management. Graduates with advanced management qualifications, such as an MBA or Master’s degree, are particularly well-prepared for this position. Department Heads play a key role in driving social impact, improving operational efficiency, and fostering collaboration across governmental institutions, non-governmental organizations, and international associations. This career path is ideal for professionals aspiring to leadership roles in public service, non-profit management, and global policy organizations.

Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). We accept the following English language skills certificates*:

Note: Proof must be provided before starting the study programme and must not be older than five years. Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or institution of higher education? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. Get in touch with our study advisors for more details.

*IU International University of Applied Sciences may accept other language certificates for English B2 (CEFR) at their discretion.