The Master of Science in Organizational Leadership is designed to prepare graduate students to assume leadership roles in business, educational, governmental, military, and not-for-profit organizations. This innovative program places an emphasis on strategic planning and the strategic use of resources to create an optimum work environment. Students will be encouraged to develop individual and interpersonal skills for achieving successful organizational goals; enhancing positive organizational change; and fostering lifelong learning and continuous growth. Topics covered include business ethics; intercultural management; training and development; managing project teams; strategic marketing, strategic management and business policy; crisis communication management; psychological foundations of leadership; and current issues in leadership. Career opportunities for students completing this program may include supervisory or leadership roles in human resources, operations, corporate training, career planning, corporate marketing, and business consulting.
Note: At this time, this program is not eligible for Federal Student Aid due to its recent addition to the CSU Curriculum. Students desiring to use Federal Student Aid will need to select an eligible program.
| Graduates Will Successfully Complete 37 Semester Hours as Outlined Below | |
| Semester Hours | |
| MS Major Requirements | 31 |
| MS Electives | 6 |
| Total | 37 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Select two of the following courses. Students may also select any MBA or MOS course. | |
| MHR 6451 - Human Resource Management Methods | 3 |
| MBA 5501 - Advanced Marketing | 3 |
| MHR 6401 - Employment Law | 3 |
| MSL 5100 - Applied Research Project | 3 |
| INT 5990 - Internship | 3 |
| Total 37 Semester Hours |
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