Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
The Master of Science in Organizational Leadership focuses on organizational innovation, change management and leadership development. The degree coursework will emphasize practical application of organizational leadership concepts and skills, and develop expertise in critical thinking, organizational innovation, decision-making, and creative problem-solving in modern public and nonprofit organizational contexts. Each course is designed to incorporate a portfolio-quality project with close supervision and collaboration by the instructor that requires students to apply skills to specific scenarios. In addition, the final course in the core is designed as a capstone course, in which students design an innovative and original approach to address a current problem within the field of organizational leadership. Students seeking the Master of Science degree will present the project to a Global Campus Capstone Committee, comprised of CSU system campus and Global Campus faculty for review.
- Available Specializations
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- Applied Business Management
- Strategic Innovation and Change Management
- Human Resource Management
- Organizational Training and Instructional Design
- Online Teaching and Learning
- Online Program Development
- Teacher Leadership
- Program Core - Course Descriptions
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MGT535 - Communication Skills for Leaders: This course is designed for the practicing professional, and focuses on internal and external communications practices and strategies within and beyond organizational settings. Students consider communication styles, interpersonal communication skills, business and professional writing, presentation, and communication in various formats, including electronic communication.
ORG500 - Foundations of Effective Management: Understand the theories and principle concepts of management. Build skills and processes for effective organizational management in today's dynamic environment.
ORG510 - Management of Organizational Behavior: Examine theories and research on organizational behavior. Explore leadership styles, attributes to managing change, human motivations and behaviors, and strategies for leading teams and organizations in a global world.
ORG530 - Business Ethics and Sustainability: Explore the economic, environmental, and ethical impact of a sustainable business model. Examine the environmental and ecological challenges facing business worldwide. Analyze and develop skills for creating models for a sustainable business.
ORG545 - Diversity in Leadership: Develop a comprehensive understanding of diversity to apply in the strategic planning efforts of cultural change and acceptance. Identify the realities of developing and implementing diversity initiatives for the organization and the workforce. Explore emerging issues in diversity management.ORG550 - Decision Making and Leadership: This course analyzes the roles of leaders and managers in organizational decision making, at both the individual and organizational levels. In the context of organizational theories of behavior, students consider how decision and choice theory are applied in organizational settings. Practical problem solving and conflict management skills are practiced through the application of decision making tools and leadership approaches in professional settings.
ORG560 - Leadership Development: Explore the tools, models, and practices for leadership development. Gain a working knowledge of developing leadership skills and programs for future leaders to effectively compete in a global world.ORG580 - Leadership Capstone: Understand and integrate the components of organizational strategy development and execution. Experience the process of mission creation, structural design, and tactical decision-making that managers must address for competitive success. This course requires the completion of a capstone project.
Please note that minor course name changes may apply. The Academic Catalog under which students are admitted supersedes general information provided on the website. In addition, students should be advised that actual degree plans may vary based upon a full transfer credit evaluation.