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The only constant in today’s business world is change. Technology has led to new data-driven strategies. Process improvement methodologies are helping organizations become more effective and efficient. Those in leadership positions must be prepared to design and implement new strategies.
The Master of Arts in Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization from Concordia University Chicago prepares leaders to successfully manage change and innovation. This 100% online program is designed for professionals who aspire to top management and leadership roles within their field.
Leaders in the modern business world need expertise in change management. Technology has revolutionized how business leaders make decisions. Ethics and excellence also play a key role in the success of leaders. Those with the skills, knowledge and expertise to guide organizations through times of change remain more in demand than ever.
Graduates of the Master’s in Organizational Leadership program have the opportunity to continue their education at Concordia University Chicago with a PhD/EdD, Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization.
- Kenya Wakefield
Chicago Ridge, IL, USA
MBA ‘16
Students who pursue the organizational leadership master online will develop:
Concordia University Chicago offers a variety of specialized, innovative degrees in many industries. The MA in Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization produces graduates who are ready to take on the challenges of running an organization.
Students who pursue their organizational leadership MA online will study:
The MA in Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization requires 30 credit hours of online coursework, including a leadership capstone experience in the final semester. With one course per eight-week term, students will complete the degree program within two years.
Earning a Master’s in Organizational Leadership prepares graduates for a variety of management and executive roles in the business world. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) anticipates employment of top executives will grow 6% by 2031.
Salaries for business managers and leaders vary widely depending on the position and location. However, BLS data reveals that the median annual pay for top executives was $98,980 as of May 2021, and the top 10% earned upwards of $208,000 per year.
While a bachelor’s degree in business can prepare students for management roles, a master’s degree is often required for the top jobs in the profession. Earning an Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University Chicago prepares graduates for top positions such as:
To maximize performance and revenues, organizations are always seeking new ways to make their operations more efficient. Their need for leaders who are experts in business strategy and innovation has never been greater. For professionals who want to move into influential leadership roles, an MA in Leadership: Organizational Leadership Specialization from Concordia University Chicago can open the door to some of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in every industry.
| ID | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OLDR 6000 | Leadership and Excellence | 3 |
| OLDR 6001 | Strategic Leadership and Planning | 3 |
| RES 6620 | Introduction to Research | 3 |
| OLDR 6800 | The Leader as Trainer, Mentor and Coach | 3 |
| OLDR 6810 | Leader Development: Cultivating, Sustaining and Renewing the Organization | 3 |
| OLDR 6820 | Leadership: Politics, Power and Applied Ethics | 3 |
| OLDR 6830 | Leadership, Communication and Decision-Making | 3 |
| OLDR 6840 | Agents of Change | 3 |
| OLDR 6850 | Leading the Knowledge Enterprise | 3 |
| OLDR 6004 | Leadership Capstone | 3 |
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If there is no interruption in your course of study at Concordia University Chicago, you are guaranteed there will be no increase in tuition rates. Contact us to confirm the current tuition and fees for the organizational leadership MA online program. Students who enroll in the program as a degree candidate are eligible to apply for federal financial aid.
Active-duty military service members, veterans and eligible dependents can take advantage of financial programs available to assist in paying for a college education. For more information, please visit our website.
To be considered for admission into the organizational leadership master’s program at Concordia University Chicago, students must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution. Prospective students are required to complete the free online application and submit all required admissions materials:
International applicants may be required to submit additional supporting materials, such as proof of English language proficiency, a copy of their passport and a foreign transcript evaluation from an approved credentialing service. For full requirements, visit the Admission & Tuition page.
There is no application fee and no GRE requirement to apply for the organizational leadership MA online at Concordia University Chicago.
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