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Master of Science in Management - Organizational Leadership and Change Concentration

The Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Organizational Leadership and Change (MSM-OLC) degree program is well suited for individuals who are intending to be or are managers or scholar-practitioners. Graduates acquire knowledge and skills in organizational leadership (OL) theory, research, strategy, and methodology. The graduates can apply these competencies as managers, consultants, or leaders in the public, private, NGO, and non-profit sectors. The program emphasizes self-awareness as manager/leader in small groups, complex organizations, and organizational change in multicultural contexts. The degree program is designed for those who wish to broaden and expand on their experience in organizational leadership and change management, either as line managers or change consultants, as well as those making a transition into the profession.

The Organizational Leadership and Change concentration develops skills and competencies in organizational leaders who seek to improve organizational effectiveness, enhance decision making, advance leadership skills, and develop analysis and research expertise. While this program is strongly grounded in organizational, strategic, and change management theory, the curriculum is focused on practical, growth-oriented activities to ensure educational relevance and applicability in today's challenging business and institutional environments. Strong theory-to-practice models ensure that students will acquire advanced research competencies, the ability to manage change effectively, and improve the performance and effectiveness of their organizations.

Outcomes:

  • Investigate and analyze leadership roles and responsibilities.
  • Discuss organizational behavior and organization development theory.
  • Research and discuss individual and group reaction to change.
  • Correlate and examine various approaches to leading change initiatives.
  • Differentiate between various organizational designs and strategic implementation.

Degree Requirements

Courses: Core

FINC615Applied Managerial Finance

4

INTD670Leadership and Ethical Decision-Making

4

IT600IT Management

4

MGMT604Organizational Behavior

4

MGMT690Strategic Management in Dynamic Environments

4

MKTG630Applied Managerial Marketing

4

PM600Project Management Processes in Organizations

4

Total Credit Hours:28

Courses: Concentration

MGMT655Management Capstone

4

MGMT671Introduction to Organizational Leadership and Change

4

MGMT672Strategic Change Management

4

MGMT673Foundation of Organizational Design

4

MGMT675Leadership and Organizational Power

4

Total Credit Hours:20

Total Credit Hours: 48

Locations

  • Virtual Campus

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