The MA in Organizational Leadership program will expose you to styles and theories of leadership within organizational contexts and structures. Highlighted key foundations in leadership include good intention, open mind and compassionate heart which are applied in real world contexts while being explored and developed within a rigorous academic context. Students learn how to become an agent of social and organizational change, and to assist and empower others to cope successfully with personal, social, and/or environmental problems. Students expand their awareness of interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and learn to apply them in organizational contexts in this exciting graduate program.
This program is designed specifically for growth-oriented individuals and professionals working in business, government, social services, allied health, education, and the sciences who are interested in developing and enhancing their leadership skills in a humane and compassionate manner. The Organizational Leadership MA program is offered fully online, so you will be able to complete the program from wherever you live. Classes are offered throughout the year with a combination of both synchronous and asynchronous classes. There are ten required courses (30 credits total) that can be taken in any order, which makes the program extremely flexible and allows you to start at any time.
Curriculum & Requirements
Students can complete the 30 credit MA in Organizational Communication fully online.
Organizational Leadership
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OH 5100 | Full Spectrum Leadership | 3 |
| OH 5180 | Exploring Personal & Organizational Health | 3 |
| OH 5200 | Communication in Socially Responsible Organizations | 3 |
| CO 5610 | Circle of Life: Leading with Well-Being | 3 |
| CO 5040 | Diversity and Advocacy in Helping Relationships | 3 |
| or ED 5000 | Understanding Social Behaviors | |
| CO 5050 | Advanced Human Development | 3 |
| or OH 5300 | Work as a Personal Journey for Leaders | |
| CO 5070 | Research Design in the Helping Professions | 3 |
| or ED 5030 | Research Design | |
| CO 5570 | Mindfulness Meditation: Theory and Practice | 3 |
| CO 5590 | Transpersonal Psychology | 3 |
| CO 6900 | Graduate Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
- Expand awareness of interpersonal communication, emotional intelligence, collective awareness, and advocacy skills for application within organizational contexts;
- Differentiate the various styles and theories of leadership within organizational contexts;
- Demonstrate empathy and compassion through ethical practices that empower others to navigate personal, social, and environmental challenges;
- Apply key foundations of leadership with organizations through good intention, open mind, and compassionate heart.
Emphasizing a full spectrum of leadership skills and characteristics embedded within a transpersonal psychology orientation, the MA in Organizational Leadership program will expose students to styles and theories of leadership within various organizational contexts and structures.
Highlighted key foundations in leadership include good intention, open mind and compassionate heart which are applied in real world contexts while being explored and developed within a rigorous academic context. Students learn how to become an agent of social and organizational change, and to assist and empower others to cope successfully with personal, social, and/or environmental problems. Students expand their awareness of interpersonal communication and advocacy skills and learn to apply them in organizational contexts in this exciting graduate program.
This program is designed specifically for growth-oriented individuals and professionals working in business, government, social services, allied health, education, and the sciences who are interested in developing and enhancing their leadership skills in a humane and compassionate manner.
Career Paths include: CEO, Manager, Director, President/Vice President, Team Leads, Middle Management, working with people in general. Employment environments include healthcare or public health leaders and managers, positions in the helping professions, health and human services, organizational change management positions, organizational change consultants.
Admission Information
Requirements
The M.A, in Organizational Leadership requires the following materials to be submitted through our online application.
- Recommended 3.0 or better GPA in undergraduate coursework
- Official transcripts from any/all college level work
- Three professional recommendations
- Current Resume
- Statement of interest
- NH Residency Verification form (NH residents only)
Deadlines
Students pursuing Organizational Leadership can apply for admission to any of the upcoming semesters. Here are the annual application deadlines:
- Fall semester – August 1
- Spring semester – December 1
- Summer semester – April 15
*We suggest submitting your documentation at least two weeks prior to the posted date to ensure your application is complete and can be reviewed by the deadline.
2024-25 Estimated Graduate Per Credit Tuition and Mandatory Fees
| New Hampshire Resident | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Per Credit Total | ||
| Master’s Degrees/Certificates | $584 | $43 | $627 | |
| CAGS | $625 | $43 | $668 | |
| EDD | $681 | $43 | $724 | |
| Out-of-State Resident | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Per Credit Total | ||
| Master’s Degrees/Certificates | $809 | $43 | $852 | |
| CAGS | $782 | $43 | $825 | |
| EDD | $866 | $43 | $909 | |
More information is available through the Student Financial Services Office.
Graduate students are eligible for financial aid in the form of student loans only. You will need to complete the FAFSA at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester you wish to begin taking classes. International students are not eligible for federal financial aid – please review our international admission requirements to learn more.
More information can be found on the Student Financial Services website.
Each year, Plymouth State offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships to admitted graduate students. Selection criteria include academic and professional achievements, commitment to graduate study, and achievement or pursuit of personal or professional goals. Visit the PSU Scholarship Opportunities webpage for additional information.
