Master of Science in Leadership
Leadership skills are essential for all levels of an organization and across all sectors. The best leaders are those who can bring out leadership in everyone around them - who can help other individuals contribute fully to the organization.
Often a professional may have a certain specialization such as engineering, accounting or technology, but need leadership skills in order to build their effectiveness in their organization and advance their career. Skills such as organizational communication, critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution are valuable for success in the workplace. The Master of Science in Leadership is designed for those who want to develop their own leadership strengths so that they can enhance their own effectiveness and also develop the leadership in those around them.
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Understand and apply current theories and practice about organizational and personal leadership and followership in a professional setting
- Design and implement both formal and informal leadership development programs
- Express and support their ideas effectively in a variety of written and oral forms
- Understand the nature and practice of ethical leadership, communicate its value, and implement its practice
- Appreciate and navigate the complex interrelationships among various personal, financial, economic, political, and social environments surrounding the challenges of effective leadership
- Articulate an understanding of the larger environment and systems surrounding the challenges of effective leadership and decision-making
- Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with diverse individuals, groups and organizations
This program provides a core group of leadership courses along with the flexibility for students to tailor their program of study by selecting from a wide range of graduate courses. Those seeking specializations in a particular area will benefit from specific concentration areas:
- Business Ethics
- Community Leadership
- Global Leadership
- Information Technology
- Liberal Studies
- Professional Administration
- Sports Leadership
Program Structure
These 36 credit master’s degree programs are available entirely online. As a student you'll have access to learning resources and support services including the Duquesne University Library, online writing center, and contact with faculty and advisors. You’ll join a peer-learning network of people from the community and corporate, nonprofit, government and military sectors. As a graduate you’ll join a network of more than 81,000 active alumni located around the globe.
The program can be completed in two years. The academic year is structured with three semesters per year: two 15-week terms in fall and spring and one 8-week term in summer.