Master of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Administration
Purpose
The Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership and Administration is designed for the working adult. The curriculum focuses on leadership theory and practice, ethics, and communication. Throughout the program students will assess and develop their own leadership abilities within the context of their own profession and the wider global community.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of the Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership and Administration, the graduate will:
1. Understand servant leadership and apply Christian ethics.
2. Integrate theories of leadership and management at one’s work.
3. Recognize the strength of multicultural diversity and global interdependence.
4. Appreciate affirmative action and the value of equal opportunity.
5. Develop negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
6. Understand the financial tools and techniques used in modern organizations.
7. Understand the application of information systems.
8. Expand research skills.
9. Write and speak effectively in the program.
Required Courses
In order to complete the Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership and Administration, the student must complete a minimum of 33 semester hours of credit beyond the bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Individual courses will be credited toward degree requirements only when completed with a grade of B- or better. The degree is offered in eleven courses; most are eight weeks in length, totaling 33 credit hours.
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Organizational Leadership and Administration
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33 credits
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OLA503 Theories of Leadership
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3 credits
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OLA509 Team Building and Leading Change in Organizations
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3 credits
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OLA570 Leadership Competencies Practicum
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3 credits
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OLA515 Organizational Communication and Negotiation
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3 credits
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OLA542 Ethical Dimensions of Leadership
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3 credits
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OLA521 Selecting and Implementing Information Systems
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3 credits
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OLA535 Strategic Human Resources Management
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3 credits
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OLA563 Leadership in International Organizations
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3 credits
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| OLA555 Financial Analysis for Administrators |
3 credits
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OLA584 Research (Thesis, Literature Review or Internship)
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3 credits
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OLA585 Oral Defense of Research
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3 credits
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