Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership

Program Overview

Mercer University's Master of Science in Organizational Leadership empowers aspiring and existing leaders to excel in various industries. With concentrations in healthcare, nonprofits, and organizational development, the program develops expertise in leadership principles, creative problem-solving, and effective communication. Graduates are equipped to assume leadership roles in diverse settings, including healthcare, education, and the corporate world.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Grow as a leader with a master’s degree in organizational leadership Effective leadership rises above formal positions and titles. To be a successful leader, you must also have integrity, authenticity, and strong character. These values—combined with communication and collaboration skills—can prepare you for leadership roles across industries and sectors. Hone these skills and leadership abilities through Mercer University’s Master of Science in Organizational Leadership. The organizational leadership master’s degree program is designed for aspiring or existing leaders who are seeking advanced leadership roles in a variety of settings, including the nonprofit, healthcare, military, and technology industries. Customize your program to align with your goals and choose a concentration: Leadership for the Healthcare Professional examines the conditions and challenges of the industry to promote sustainable healthcare solutions. Leadership for the Nonprofit Organization helps leaders learn to create change within their communities through service organizations. Leadership for Organizational Development prepares leaders to confidently guide employees to foster long-term success.

Outline:

The organizational leadership master’s degree curriculum will develop expertise in: Understanding that leadership is not solely a matter of formal authority or power but rather a matter of influence, integrity, spirit, and respect—regardless of one’s power or authority Creative problem-solving in organizational leadership, encompassing key skills in inquiry, data collection, analysis, and interpretation Effective communication using various forms of expression, such as logical, statistical, and visual—especially for professional presentations

Teaching:

Mercer’s M.S. in Organizational Leadership will prepare you to successfully lead in complex organizations across industries and sectors. Organizational leadership master’s program graduates have the skills to seek roles such as: Administrative service manager Budget/finance director Case management director Chief nursing officer Community leader Consultant Corporate recruiter Economic development director Executive director Healthcare executive Human resource management director Instructional coordinator Post-secondary education administrator