The admission requirements for the Master's Program in Education Leadership and Management are as follows:

• A Bachelor's degree;
• The Unified Master's Exam;
• An internal university exam specific to the program at the Caucasus School of Humanities and Social Sciences, which includes an assessment of English comprehension and writing skills at the B2 level¹- Sample Test;
• An interview with the admissions committee of the Caucasus School of Humanities and Social Sciences;

¹ An applicant may be exempt from this admissions requirement if they meet the following criteria: (a) they present a certificate demonstrating English proficiency at the B2 level (TOEFL, IELTS, CAE, TOEIC, FCF (Grades A and B), CPE, etc., provided its validity is confirmed). If a transcript provided confirms English proficiency at the B2 level or if an applicant has completed a Bachelor's or Master's program taught in English, they will be exempt from submitting an English language certificate as well as from taking the internal university exam.

² Following the document review stage, applicants will undergo an interview with the Admissions Committee of the Caucasus School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The committee will evaluate applicants based on the following criteria:

• Motivation for developing competencies in educational leadership and management
• Analytical thinking, logical reasoning, and communication skills
• Reflection on undergraduate or other educational experiences
• Work experience in the field of education (preference will be given in case of equal qualifications)

When a student transfers to the program through mobility, the program director and the dean of the school will conduct a thorough evaluation, taking into account the previously outlined conditions. The decision will be made in accordance with the internal regulations of Caucasus University.

Documents To Be Submitted:

• The notarized copies of a diploma, a transcript, or a certificate indicating the date and order number of the degree conferral;
• A copy of the ID document;
• NAEC card;
• 2 passport-sized photos (also recorded on a CD);
• A copy of the military registration card (for male applicants);
• CV / Resume;
• Motivation letter (no less than 400 words and no more than 600 words);
• A letter of recommendation;
• An online registration form.

Application Deadlines:

• Application document submission: through September 2, Room A2;
• Interviews with shortlisted candidates: September 7, 2026;
• English language examination (if required): September 8, 2026;
• CU Grant aptitude test (for applicants seeking a CU Grant): September 8, 2026.

Terms of Payment:

The tuition fee is paid per semester according to the number of credits taken.