Organizational Leadership, M.A.
The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership prepares students to thoughtfully lead in today's complex and changing social and economic environment. In the program, students will examine the art and skill of decision-making and problem-solving within the political and cultural context of an organization. In addition, the program is designed to equip students to fulfill their calling, with curriculum such as change management, conflict resolution, leading teams, organizational communication, and cultural dynamics.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership will be able to:
- Exhibit mastery of the concepts, models, and theories in the leadership discipline.
- Integrate leadership theories and practices to identify opportunities for organizational improvement.
- Analyze the impacts of ethical decisions on organizations and self.
- Present ideas and decisions clearly through effective leadership communication.
- Assess effective team leadership and collaboration.
- Evaluate how organizations and individuals are impacted by cultural diversity.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| LDR 6000 | Foundations in Graduate School | 0 |
| LDR 6010 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| LDR 6025 | Applied Data Analysis and Visualization 1 | 3 |
| LDR 6045 | Leadership Theory and Application | 3 |
| LDR 6049 | Leading with Ethics, Integrity, and Purpose | 3 |
| LDR 6060 | Managing in a Changing Environment | 3 |
| LDR 6061 | Negotiation and Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| LDR 6062 | Diversity and Cultural Dynamics | 3 |
| LDR 6063 | Team Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
| LDR 6064 | Organizational Communication | 3 |
| LDR 6093 | Organizational Leadership Capstone | 3 |
| LDR 6099 | MAOL Comprehensive Exit Exam | 0 |
| Total Units | 30 | |
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Prerequisite Leveling Modules are required for LDR 6025. All students must successfully complete the Excel Leveling Module prior to beginning the respective course.
Additional Concentrations
MAOL students may earn a concentration by taking the six (6) required units for the concentration. Students must notify the program director prior to the completion of the 30 units in their current program of their intention to earn a concentration, with a subsequent change of program form filed with the Office of the Registrar.
Global Business and Leadership Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| LDR 6035 | Global Business and Leadership | 3 |
| LDR 6036 | International Trip 1 | 3 |
| Total Units | 6 | |
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Please be advised that this course is subject to a minimum number of enrollments required for it to be offered. In the event that the minimum enrollment is not met, the course may be canceled. Also, participants should be aware that there may be additional out-of-pocket expenses associated with travel or other off-site activities related to this course. These expenses are not included in the regular tuition fees and will be the responsibility of the individual participants.
Project Management Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| LDR 6067 | Agile Project Management | 3 |
| LDR 6068 | Project Management Risk, Cost, and Program Analysis | 3 |
| Total Units | 6 | |
Sport Management Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Choose three (3) courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Managing Personnel, Facilities, and Events in Sports | ||
| Marketing, Promotion, and Public Relations in Sports | ||
| Leadership in Sports | ||
| Finance and Economics of Sports | ||
| Total Units | 9 | |
Graduation Requirements
In order to earn and receive a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership degree, a student must satisfy all of the following:
- Successful completion of the required Organizational Leadership curriculum with a minimum of 30 semester units of coursework.
- Achievement of a cumulative grade point average of 3.000 or higher. A student may earn a maximum of six (6) units of "C" grades in the program. Any course in which a student receives a grade lower than a "C" must be repeated, and the units will not be added to earned units. Students may repeat courses in which they earn a grade lower than "C" a maximum of two (2) times.
- Payment in full of all tuition, fees, and other financial obligations owed to the university, including a degree processing fee.
Note: The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership is an approved program under PLNU’s WASC Regional Accreditation, WSCUC. Since it is not a business degree, it is not an Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) approved program.