Programs

The Master of Arts in Educational Administration and Leadership prepares you to become an inclusive, equity-focused leader and K–12 administrator. You learn social justice–oriented leadership and how to challenge institutional “isms” that create marginalization. Courses follow a cohort model with weekend and online formats. Most students also earn the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential alongside the MA, combining theory and practical leadership preparation.

The fully online Master of Arts in Equity and Social Justice Education invites you to explore how race, class, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and other social identities shape educational experiences and outcomes in PK–12 schools, colleges, and universities. Students critically analyze the historical, political, cultural, and institutional causes of educational inequity while developing strategies to advance transformative change. Through collaborative learning, reflective practice, and engaged scholarship, the program prepares students to become leaders and advocates for educational equity and social justice in diverse educational settings. Graduates pursue impactful work in schools, colleges, community organizations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

The Instructional Design and Technology (IDT) program at San Francisco State University prepares students to design, develop, and implement effective learning experiences across educational, corporate, and entrepreneurial settings. Rooted in learning theory, design thinking, and emerging technologies, the program equips students to create engaging digital learning environments, integrate artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance learning and assessment, and apply data-informed design practices. Through hands-on coursework and applied projects, students gain experience with instructional design methods, AI-enhanced content creation, and technology-supported collaboration used in K–12, higher education, business, and nonprofit contexts. Offered fully online and designed for working professionals, the program emphasizes creativity, ethical AI integration, and innovation, empowering graduates to become instructional leaders, consultants, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of learning and technology.

The Preliminary Administrative Services Credential prepares you for leadership roles in K–12 schools. You’ll learn how to manage school operations, support teachers, and lead change to improve student learning. This program helps you build skills in communication, decision-making, and school law. It’s designed for educators ready to become principals, vice principals, or other school administrators in California.

The Graduate Certificate in Digital Learning Design at San Francisco State University prepares educators, trainers, and professionals to design engaging, inclusive, and technology-enhanced online learning experiences. Grounded in learning sciences, design thinking, and digital pedagogy, the program emphasizes innovative use of emerging tools including artificial intelligence (AI) to improve learner engagement and outcomes. Participants gain practical skills in instructional design, multimedia development, and online teaching strategies applicable across K–12, higher education, corporate, and nonprofit settings. Offered fully online, the certificate supports both career advancement and pathways into instructional design, educational technology, and learning innovation roles.