The Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership and Management is an interdisciplinary program which prepares graduates to be leaders within their chosen career field. Emphasizing both leadership theory and practical application, topics such as negotiation, change management, design thinking, ethical decision-making, and team leadership are taught. The program focuses on soft skills, such as communication and critical thinking, which are necessary to effectively work with and lead other people. This program is ideal for those seeking to accelerate their entry into a management or leadership position in their chosen field, from all undergraduate backgrounds.
Designed for recent undergraduates and career changers, the full-time track guides students through self-assessment of their own strengths and opportunities, while learning to cultivate essential career skills such as personal branding, interviewing, and networking. Students also complete a master’s research project.
Designed for professionals who plan to work while completing their degree, the part-time track guides students through the study of leadership as a widely applicable skill and a qualitative assessment of the global marketplace. Students learn to identify critical issues that face businesses, while focusing on social awareness, ethical dilemmas, and how to develop and communicate sound arguments regarding organizational improvements.
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