M.A. in Leadership
Organizational Leadership
Program Highlights & Benefits
Build skills in organizational behavior, communication, and change management
Learn to lead teams and improve organizational effectiveness
Online & Asynchronous Format
No GRE or Entrance Exam Required
For
Ideal for professionals leading teams, departments, or organizations who want to improve culture, performance, and strategic execution.
What You Learn
In the Organizational Leadership emphasis, you will develop practical leadership skills focused on leading within complex organizations. The curriculum emphasizes organizational behavior, communication, and change management, equipping you to navigate workplace dynamics and lead teams effectively. You will learn to apply leadership strategies that support organizational effectiveness, improve culture, and guide strategic decision-making in professional settings.
How You Learn
The program is delivered entirely online in an asynchronous format, allowing students to complete coursework on their own schedule while meeting weekly deadlines. Students are encouraged to log into their portal regularly throughout each week to stay current on assignments, announcements, and communication with instructors and classmates. Courses are typically completed one at a time in 8-week terms, though alternative scheduling options may be available.
Career Outcomes
Graduates are equipped to pursue or advance in leadership roles within corporate, nonprofit, and public sector organizations. This emphasis supports careers in management, team leadership, and organizational development.
Courses Offered
| Course Number | Title | Credits |
| Â | Core Curriculum: | Â |
| LEAD 500 | Biblical Foundations of Leading Vocations | 3 |
| LEAD 510 | Biblical Wisdom and Decision-Making for Leaders | 3 |
| LEAD 520 | The Lifelong Learning Leader: Learning Across Seasons | 3 |
| LEAD 600 | Courageous Conversations: Leadership, Listening, and Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| LEAD 640 | Leader as Applied Researcher and Data-Informed Decision Maker | 3 |
| LEAD 690 | Capstone Project: Leadership | 3 |
| Â | Organizational Leadership Emphasis: | Â |
| LEAD 561 | Stewardship and Ethical Leadership in Organizations | 3 |
| LEAD 562 | Discipleship, Reconciliation, and Team Leadership | 3 |
| LEAD 563 | Compassionate Communication and Organizational Culture | 3 |
| LEAD 564 | Hope, Resilience, & Restoration in Crisis Leadership | 3 |
| LEAD 565 | Faithful Execution and Mobilizing for Mission | 3 |
| Â | Total Credit Hours: | 33 |
