VIU's graduate program is enriched with school administration, educational psychology and educational research teachings that provide students the foundational building blocks to become innovative leaders in the school system. This program prepares students with the practical, ethical, and social tools to solve problems, manage conflict and encourage growth. Graduates of the program find employment in leadership positions in the education sector, both domestically and abroad.

A résumé outlining teaching experience (two years preferred). A letter of intent explaining why the applicant wishes to pursue graduate work in this area. Official transcripts indicating completion of a Bachelor of Education degree with a cumulative grade point average of "B" in the final two years. Two current, confidential assessment reports. Applicants whose previous degree was obtained in a country where English is not the primary/official language and from a university where English was not the language of instruction must meet one of VIU’s English Language requirements for Graduate Programs.