Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership

Organizational leadership is an interdisciplinary academic field of study that is focused on individual and team success. The field includes the many factors that are part of the daily life of a leader. Common skills include: the ability to establish goals, develop strategic plans, recruit teams, communicate effectively, manage conflict, execute plans, develop individuals and teams, and evaluate organizational effectiveness. Organizational leadership is an ideal field of study for individuals who care deeply about people and systems and have a sincere desire to use their leadership abilities to make life better for others.

An organizational leadership professional is likely to possess expertise in talent recruitment, learning and development, teambuilding, conflict resolution, strategy, and leadership. The skillset of an organizational leadership professional often includes the ability to understand complex systems, the skill needed to communicate clearly, and the grit required to guide individuals and organizations through organizational change.

 

How can I use this degree?

The concepts learned through the programs we offer can be applied to numerous roles. Typical roles for those with a background in organizational leadership include: executives, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, ministry leaders, educators, and human resource managers. Organizational leadership experts develop leaders and assist organizations as consultants, trainers and leadership coaches. The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership can be used to help you grow in your current career or it can provide a path to open new doors of opportunity. Earning your academic credentials signals to others that you are committed to your craft.

 

Why Harding?

Choosing the right graduate program is a personal decision. There are several highly reputable institutions nationwide that offer quality graduate programs in organizational leadership. As you consider which option is the best fit for you, we would like to highlight a handful of factors that we believe make our program unique.

 

Accreditation

Harding University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org; 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604; 800-621-7440).

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