The mission of the Master's program in Education Policy at the Caucasus Education School is to prepare highly skilled education policy professionals who will contribute to the development of high-quality education policies at all levels, supporting the country’s development while addressing local and global challenges and trends.

The Master’s program in Education Policy aims to:

1. Understand the essence and significance of education policy – providing in-depth knowledge of its core principles, historical development, and contextual relevance;
2. Analyze education policy – providing methodological and analytical tools needed to critically  assess ongoing processes and address challenges in the field;
3. Develop policy and communicate effectively – fostering skills to clearly define education policy issues, develop policies, and ensure effective communication and stakeholder engagement in the process;
4. Improve the quality of education policy – building expertise to enhance the education quality and contribute to national development;
5. Promote professional development and knowledge creation – encounrage continuous professional growth through the study of innovative approaches and active engagement in generating new knowledge in education policy.

Program Strengths

• The first Master's program in Education Policy in the country, emphasizing a deep understanding of education policy, identification of challenges in the field, and the design and advocacy of innovative solutions;
• An innovative program tailored to the local context, designed and implemented by highly qualified professionals with strong theoretical, research, and practical expertise;
• Access to a growing network of partner organizations,including preschool, general education, vocational, and higher education institutions, as well as organizations addressing broader education issues.

Employment Opportunities

A graduate of the Master's program in Education Policy will be able to work in:

• In public sector organizations responsible for education at both the central and local government levels;
• In international organizations and NGOs;
• In research and policy analysis organizations;
• In educational institutions at all levels (K-12, higher education, vocational, and adult education).

Language of Instruction

The program’s language of instruction is Georgian.