October 16, 2023
MCLA will host information sessions for its Graduate Programs: Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Education (MEd) as well as the Leadership Academy on November 9 at 5 p.m. at the Berkshire Innovation Center (BIC) in Pittsfield. A virtual session will follow on December 5 at noon.
Potential students will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, students, and staff to learn more about how to continue education in three of MCLA’s unique and innovative programs that are designed to support the rising workforce needs both here in the Berkshires and beyond.
The MBA program offers a broad-based, multidisciplinary education that combines the strengths of MCLA business faculty with those of practicing managers actively involved in day-to-day decision making in the field. It is a part-time 30 credit program designed for working professionals and in partnership with the BIC.
The MEd Program offers a thoughtful blend of classroom and fieldwork experiences that prepare students to make a meaningful impact in their school communities. Programs include: MEd with Initial Licensure, Professional Teacher Licensure with MEd, MEd with Individualized Plan of Study Non-Licensure, Accelerated +1 Bachelor’s Degree with MEd.
MCLA Leadership Academy prepares candidates to serve as highly effective leaders of
educational institutions and active citizens in their communities. The Academy readies
school and district leaders who will ensure the highest quality and most equitable,
just, and effective learning environments for students.
To register: MCLA Graduate Information Sessions or contact the Office of Graduate
and Continuing Education at 413-662-5575.
About MCLA
At MCLA, we’re here for all — and focused on each — of our students. Classes are taught
by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive
on every level of their lives. In nearly every way possible, the experience at MCLA
is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully
empowered to make their impressions on the world. In addition to our 129-year commitment
to public education, we have fortified our commitment to equitable academic excellence.
MCLA has appeared on U.S. News’ list of Top Ten Public Colleges for nine consecutive
years – ranking No. 7 for Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for a third year.
The College's continued commitment to affordable education and economic prosperity
is reflected in its list of National Liberal Arts Colleges for Social Mobility since
the organization adopted this ranking in 2019; No. 1 in the state, No. 2 in the country,
and No. 22 for National Liberal Arts Colleges. These rankings measure how well schools
graduate students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Learn more at www.mcla.edu.
