Master in Education — Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes

Developing leaders for a changing education sector

The Master in Education is a university continuing-education programme offered by Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes (UEMC), Spain, in cooperation with CEIBA Business School.

Designed for education professionals, managers and aspiring leaders, the programme combines educational management, leadership, teaching innovation and applied learning.

It supports participants in developing the knowledge and managerial capabilities needed to lead educational institutions and programmes in increasingly complex environments.

PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE
DURATION
18 months
QUALIFICATION
UEMC Máster de Formación Permanente
DELIVERY
Hybrid · China
LANGUAGE
Chinese

Leading educational organisations through change

Educational institutions are navigating changing learner expectations, new technologies, quality requirements and increasing demands for innovation and accountability.

The Master in Education helps participants understand the strategic, organisational and pedagogical dimensions of educational management.

Through academic learning and practical applications, participants develop approaches to improving institutional performance, educational quality and decision-making.

 

Key areas of learning

LEARNING AREA 01

Educational leadership & management

Explore institutional leadership, educational
administration, quality management and
organisational decision-making.

LEARNING AREA 02

Teaching innovation & curriculum

Examine instructional design, teaching
methodologies, assessment and the role
of technology in education.

LEARNING AREA 03

Educational research & systems

Develop research capabilities and explore
educational psychology, comparative systems
and contemporary educational challenges.

A structured academic journey

01
Semesters 1–2

Academic foundations and applied learning

Develop knowledge of educational leadership, institutional management, teaching methodologies and contemporary education systems.

02
Semester 3

Research and thesis development

Examine educational practices, assessment, technology and organisational challenges while developing research design and analytical skills.

03
FINAL MILESTONE

Thesis defence

Present and defend the research thesis in accordance with the programme’s academic assessment requirements.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion, participants should be able to:

01

Understand

Key theories and approaches to educational management

02

Lead

Educational institutions using leadership and decision-making methods

03

Evaluate

Teaching methodologies, learning practices and educational outcomes

04

Improve

Educational quality and organisational performance

05

Investigate

Education-related challenges using appropriate research methods

06

Apply

Research findings and management knowledge to educational practice

Academic partnership

Academic university partner

IAE Angers – Université d'Angers

UEMC provides the university framework for the programme and awards the Máster de Formación Permanente in Education upon successful completion of its academic requirements.

International program coordinator

CEIBA

CEIBA supports international programme coordination, participant development and cooperation between UEMC, learners and local education partners.

Qualification: The programme leads to a university-specific continuing-education qualification (Máster de Formación Permanente). It is distinct from an official Spanish university master’s degree (Máster Universitario).

Student experiences

Discover how graduates have applied knowledge and developed new perspectives in their professional lives.

Testimonials from our students from the master in psychology

Du Dandan

The knowledge gained during my studies in psychology has been invaluable for the psychological support projects in my work.

Fudan Qing

I have been successfully leading multiple research projects with fruitful outcomes, setting benchmark standards in Zhejiang Province.

HUANG Yuanlue

After obtaining the degree, I have been able to play a more targeted role in my professional field.

Qian Xiaohong

This growth is due to the comprehensive and practice-oriented curriculum, which empowered me to tackle complex professional challenges.

An international learning environment

CEIBA collaborates with local education partners to facilitate access to the DBA and support participants across international locations.

CHINA · SHANGHAI

IAE Angers – Université d'Angers

Local education partner

CEIBA cooperates with Hongding Education to support the delivery of UEMC’s Master in Psychology in China, including local programme coordination and participant services.

The programme is delivered in China, with Chinese as the principal teaching language. Contact CEIBA to confirm current teaching locations and available intakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualification does Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes award?

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants receive UEMC’s Máster de Formación Permanente in Psychology, a university-specific continuing-education qualification awarded under its academic regulations.

Graduates may apply for an international credential evaluation through World Education Services (WES), subject to WES’s assessment criteria and documentation requirements. The outcome of any evaluation is determined individually and does not change the qualification’s status under Spanish law.

Is this an official Spanish university master's degree?

No. It is a Máster de Formación Permanente, distinct from a nationally recognised official university master’s degree (Máster Universitario). It does not independently confer professional authorisation to practise regulated psychology professions.

How long does the programme take?

CEIBA delivers an 18-month programme comprising two semesters of coursework followed by a third semester dedicated to research, thesis writing and defence.

Where and how is the Executive DBA delivered?

The programme is delivered in China, primarily in Chinese, with CEIBA coordinating activities alongside its local education partner. Candidates should confirm current teaching arrangements and locations before applying.

What are the admission requirements?

Admission depends on previous university education, professional experience and the programme’s academic eligibility criteria. CEIBA can advise candidates on the required qualifications, application documents and assessment procedure.

Who can apply?

The programme is intended for graduates and professionals interested in educational leadership, teaching innovation and the management of educational institutions.

Potential participants include teachers, education administrators, school managers, education entrepreneurs and professionals working in training and educational services.

Admission is subject to UEMC’s applicable academic requirements.

Take the next step

Develop a deeper understanding of human behaviour and strengthen your ability to apply new knowledge in professional settings.

Contact CEIBA to discuss the programme, admission requirements and upcoming intakes.