Grow as a leader with a master’s degree in organizational leadership
Effective leadership rises above formal positions and titles. To be a successful leader, you must also have integrity, authenticity, and strong character. These values—combined with communication and collaboration skills—can prepare you for leadership roles across industries and sectors. Hone these skills and leadership abilities through Mercer University’s Master of Science in Organizational Leadership.
The organizational leadership master’s degree program is designed for aspiring or existing leaders who are seeking advanced leadership roles in a variety of settings, including the nonprofit, healthcare, military, and technology industries.
Customize your leadership path
Mercer’s M.S. in Organizational Leadership offers flexible pathway options to support your career goals and interests. Tailor your studies by choosing courses that align with your career direction and professional aspirations. Build your pathway by selecting four courses in one of the following areas:
- Criminal Justice and Public Safety
- Healthcare Leadership
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Organizational Development
- Technology
Format: Online • Start Terms: January, March, May, August, October • Course Length: 8 weeks • Completion Time: 12-18 months |
Your Mercer master’s in organizational leadership degree experience
The M.S. in Organizational Leadership is designed to be flexible and convenient, allowing you to earn your organizational leadership master’s degree while managing professional and personal priorities.
Sharpen leadership and problem-solving skills
Mercer’s M.S. in Organizational Leadership equips you with the tools to lead effectively, think critically, and drive meaningful change in your organization. Through a practical, theory-based curriculum, you will:
- Gain a strong understanding of key leadership and strategic theories
- Learn how to apply leadership principles to real-world organizational challenges
- Build skills to analyze complex problems and make informed decisions
- Strengthen your ability to communicate clearly and confidently—both in writing and speaking
Explore M.S. in Organizational Leadership courses
Program curriculum covers a variety of topics, including conceptual and theoretical leadership models, ethical challenges, leading in global organizations, research methods for leaders, and budgeting for non-financial leaders. Through a custom pathway, you can select four courses to customize your curriculum in an area of interest. Choose from pathways in criminal justice and public safety, healthcare leadership, nonprofit leadership, organizational development, and technology.
Your master’s degree in organizational leadership will equip you with the knowledge and skills to lead in today’s complex work environments. You will explore current and emerging leadership theories, best practices, and strategies for organizational innovation, creativity, and change management.
View program requirements for the M.S. in Organizational Leadership.
Advance your abilities with a master’s degree in organizational leadership
Mercer’s M.S. in Organizational Leadership will prepare you to successfully lead in complex organizations across industries and sectors. Organizational leadership master’s program graduates have the skills to seek roles such as:
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Ready to take the next step?
Schedule your personalized admissions counseling appointment, or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 678.547.6417 or copa.admissions@mercer.edu for more information.
Meet Our Professors
Current leaders and experienced professionals teach our courses and prepare students to guide others through strong character, integrity, and respect.
The Master's in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Leadership for the Nonprofit Organization was the extension I needed to excel in my position as an executive director of a nonprofit organization. The knowledge and strategies learned in the program allowed me to implement change as I was learning immediately. I uncovered perseverance I did not know was in me. I will forever be proud of this achievement for my family, organization, and life goals.
I felt this program would provide me with the knowledge and skillset to enter any organization, be the best leader and employee that I could be, and could be utilized regardless of what the future may hold. Every business needs good and effective leaders, and Mercer has helped me to hone my leadership skills and apply them.
Take the next step toward your master’s degree in organizational leadership
We’re here to answer your questions and help you through the application process. Schedule your personalized admissions counseling appointment or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 678.547.6417 or copa.admissions@mercer.edu.