MA in Leadership
Our curriculum will challenge you. Your cohort and faculty will explore deep questions about our identities, histories, and institutions, while developing skills and tools to create positive, real-world impact. Upon completion of the program, you will be prepared to address complex organizational and community challenges through values-driven leadership. Core coursework emphasizes leadership theory, organizational change, and equity frameworks, while custom pathways provide opportunities for specialization in applied, skills-based areas. You may choose to pursue one of several specializations or design an individualized pathway by selecting courses across multiple specializations. Graduates of the program will be prepared to lead in higher education, nonprofits, government, community-based organizations, and the private sector. You will be equipped to design and implement strategies that advance equity, strengthen organizational capacity, and respond to evolving workforce and societal needs.
Our curriculum emphasizes:
- Expansive and ethical leadership
- Systems thinking and organizational change
- Equity-driven strategy and decision-making
- Cross-sector collaboration and policy influence
- Service-oriented leadership
Program Format
- This master’s program is a fully online program and can be completed either full-time or part-time. Academic requirements for both part-time and full-time study are the same.
- Courses are available in fall, spring, and often in summer as well
- Both part-time and full-time master's students are eligible for tuition scholarships
*If you are unsure if you are eligible for part-time study due to an international visa, please email our International Center.
Office of Graduate Admissions
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Programs Requirements and Timelines
- The master's program consists of 10 courses for a total of 30 credits
- Full-time students typically complete the program in 1-2 years.
- Part-time students typically complete the program in 2-3 years.
Course Requirements
The master's curriculum is built around essential focus areas central to theoretical understanding and practical application. Students all build shared principles in taking the four core courses. From there, learning branches off by either a custom pathway or a specialization. Each path has its own set of requirements. Please see the courses and specialization details here.