Leadership Studies (Non-Licensure)
Online Master's Degree in Educational Leadership with an Emphasis in Leadership Studies (Non-Licensure)
Designed for educators and professionals seeking leadership roles outside of traditional licensure tracks.
The Leadership Studies (Non-Licensure) emphasis integrates coursework in organizational leadership, communication, and strategic planning.
Prepare to lead in diverse educational, nonprofit, or corporate settings by developing essential skills in decision-making, collaboration, and change management.
Unique class topics in the Leadership Studies (Non-Licensure) Emphasis:
Foundations of Leadership: Explore leadership theories, personal leadership styles, and ethical decision-making to build a strong foundation for organizational impact.
Organizational Behavior and Culture: Examine how group dynamics, culture, and motivation influence organizational success and employee engagement.
Strategic Communication: Learn effective communication strategies to inspire teams, resolve conflict, and facilitate collaboration across diverse groups.
Leading Change: Understand principles of change management and how to guide organizations through transformation with vision and clarity.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Study inclusive leadership practices that create equitable environments and support diverse teams and communities.
Data-Informed Leadership: Use data to make informed decisions, set goals, and measure outcomes that drive improvement and innovation.
Project and Program Management: Gain tools for managing projects, allocating resources, and assessing program effectiveness in education and beyond.
Team Development and Coaching: Develop skills to build high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and leadership development strategies.
Ethics in Leadership: Explore ethical frameworks and real-world dilemmas to lead with integrity and accountability in various professional settings.
Capstone in Leadership Studies: Apply what you’ve learned in a final project focused on leadership challenges in your field of interest.