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Leadership: Master of Arts (MA)

Trinity Western University

Langley, British Columbia, Canada

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Trinity Western University offers Leadership: Master of Arts (MA), a master's degree in Liberal Arts programme in Langley, Canada. The programme runs for 17 months. Tuition for international students is CAD 33,388 per total (CAD 27,812 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Liberal Arts
Duration: 17 months
Local tuition: CAD 27,812 / total
International tuition: CAD 33,388 / total

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: twu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts in Leadership at Trinity Western University trains students in leadership theory and practice through two core curriculum themes: Transformational Servant Leadership and Values-Based Leadership. Students select a specialization stream in Business, Education, Health Care, or a General leadership track. The program concludes with a Leadership Integration Project that applies a competency-based leadership model to a real-world context, and an optional thesis track is available for students pursuing further academic research. Full-time students typically complete the degree in 17 months, while part-time students take up to 2.5 years. The program admits new students in September, January, and May. It is designed for working professionals and emerging leaders across sectors seeking graduate-level training in organizational and personal leadership development.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a four-year undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the final two years, plus three to five years of work experience preferred (volunteering and coaching may count). Two references are required (one academic, one professional), along with a resume or CV and an admissions statement of 500-800 words; an interview may be requested. For direct entry, applicants whose first language is not English must present an academic IELTS score of 7.0+ (Writing/Reading at least 6.5, Speaking/Listening at least 6.0), a Duolingo score of 130+ (Literacy/Comprehension at least 120, Conversation/Production at least 105), or an iBT TOEFL score of 5.0+ (Reading/Listening/Speaking at least 4, Writing at least 4.5) for exams on or after January 21, 2026, or 100+ (Writing/Reading at least 23, Speaking/Listening at least 20) for exams before that date. Applicants who fall short of these scores may be admitted conditionally through the Graduate Transition Program with a minimum IELTS of 6.0 (writing band no lower than 6.0), a Duolingo of 115 (writing 110+), or an iBT TOEFL of 4 (writing 4).

Application Details

Start Date: September, January and May

About Trinity Western University

“Turris Fortis Deus Noster”

Type: University
Control: Private
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1962
Students: 5,000
Programs: 84
Location: Langley, British Columbia, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Leadership: Master of Arts (MA) award?

Trinity Western University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Liberal Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does Leadership: Master of Arts (MA) take?

The programme runs for 17 months.

How much does Leadership: Master of Arts (MA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 33,388 per total (CAD 27,812 per total for local students).

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