Here are some of the experiences you’ll have as an Organizational Leadership student at Alliance University:

• You’ll develop a self-reflective awareness of your leadership values, skills, and development needs, thereby enhancing your personal leadership potential.
• You’ll learn how to lead from a values-based leadership framework that facilitates human and organizational potential in non-profit, faith-based, business, and community settings.
• You’ll design and conduct an action research thesis with a focus on positive leadership and organizational change.
• Through the experience of designing an expatriate portfolio for an international leadership assignment, you’ll gain a deeper knowledge of leadership through a global lens and learn the requirements for working outside of the US.

• Leadership and Organizational Development
• Management-Level Positions
• Sports Management
• Change Management Consulting

Alliance University’s MSOL graduates have used their degrees and broadened leadership perspectives to advance their careers in nonprofit, faith-based government and businesses. In addition, some of our students have chosen to continue their education and enrolled in doctoral programs in business, psychology, and other fields.

Please Note: The Master’s of Science in Organizational Leadership degree does not lead to NYS certification as a school building administrator, district administrator or supervisor. There is no inter-state reciprocity for the MSOL degree and any instructional or supervisory certificate for school systems.

Is the MSOL Program designed for me?

The MSOL program is designed for those who seek to strengthen their leadership capabilities in non-profit, faith based, business or community organizations. Motivated individuals seeking to complete a graduate degree in a 12-month period will appreciate the evening/online courses and the rigorous nature of the program.

What does the program offer?

• Ten courses and three thesis seminar sessions (33 credits or intense study) that integrate theoretical and practical knowledge.
• A values-based leadership model that provides a framework for students as they seek to refine their critical thinking and applied research skills.
• The opportunity to design and complete an action research study that contributes to positive leadership and organizational change.
• Tools and processes that enable students to critique their leadership values and skills and to develop their leadership potential.

Where are classes held?

• New York City
• Online

When are classes offered?

• 4-hour weekday evening classes are offered twice a week in New York City.
• Courses are offered consecutively and students completing all requirements will graduate in one year.

How do I apply, enroll, and pay for the program?

• Admissions Counselors are available to guide you through the application process.  Attend an incoming Information Session, or call (800-876-9225) to speak with an Admissions Counselor.
• Students enrolled in this program are eligible for Financial Aid.
• Once the admissions/payment process is completed, students are automatically registered in the appropriate courses and assigned to cohort groups that remain together throughout the program.  Cohorts begin in January and September of each year.

MSOL Mission Statement

The mission of the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) is to educate current or emerging leaders with a values-based leadership studies program, using a dialogue learning methodology, undergirded with a solid foundation in servant leadership principles, theoretical frameworks, and applied research skills, that provide a context for enhancing leadership and organizational transformation

Program Highlights

• Fully online: Designed specifically for current or emerging leaders who want a flexible schedule while earning their degree
• 12 month degree : 33 credits
• Cohort based model:  small group  learning environments with a maximum of 20 students
• Courses and Sequences;  courses are primarily synchronous and other assignments are a synchronous
• Program Start Dates:  Fall (September), Spring (January)

Learning Objectives:

Upon Completion of the MSOL program, students will be able to:

• Engage in  a self-reflective awareness of one’s leadership values, skills, and development needs to enhance personal  leadership potential
• Understand how to embody and lead from a values-based leadership framework that facilitates human and organizational potential in non-profit, faith-based, business or community settings.
• Design and conduct an action research thesis with a focus on positive leadership and organizational change
• Deepen knowledge of  leadership through a  global lenses and increase awareness of requirements to work outside the US, through designing an expatriate portfolio for an international leadership assignment

Benefits of the MSOL Online Degree Program

• Opportunity to  learn in a small cohort based program, with working professionals from diverse country, educational and industry backgrounds
• Classes are taught by talented faculty  who bring both field  experience  and academic knowledge  to the learning environment
• Each student is assigned an  advisor and receives  personalized coaching throughout the  entire thesis process
• Courses are designed to integrate theoretical and experiential learning, with a focus on real world and global issues
• Program offers holistic approach to leadership, through an integration of  faith  with theories and research on leadership
• Opportunity to publish  thesis, in Proquest
• Convenience and flexibility of taking classes, while working or traveling

When does the online week commence and conclude?