MS in Organizational Leadership

Organizational Leadership

Online

Leadership is more than titles or authority – it’s about how people influence, make decisions and drive meaningful change in organizations. The Master's in Organizational Leadership is for people with deep technical expertise who seek to elevate their leadership skills to become strategic leaders and advance in their careers. You may pursue an optional concentration in applied AI and business analytics, healthcare management, human resource analytics, strategic leadership or marketing.

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Leadership, in theory and practice

The role of a leader goes far beyond effectively managing a team. Our MS in Organizational Leadership program prepares transformational leaders capable of shaping a strong business culture and guiding sustainable, long-term strategies. Contemporary, industry-relevant and outcome-focused courses position working professionals to become leaders in a highly competitive market.

The core of this 30-credit program explores the hard and durable skills necessary to lead diverse organizations, including emotional intelligence, leadership communication, adaptive leadership, data analysis, ethics, negotiation, and emerging technologies like AI. Whether you are a seasoned leader or recently assumed a management position, this unique online program will build on your current skills so that you can better define goals, inspire team members, and increase productivity and work quality.

The program also gives you frequent opportunities to customize your learning objectives so that they align with your professional aspirations. You’ll have the freedom to choose five specialized electives from across the graduate curriculum allowing you to develop and sharpen readily applied skills in business analytics, human resources, healthcare, project management and so forth. Many of these electives offer additional credentialing opportunities, including specific electives that prepare you to sit for the SHRM Certification Exam. Special certifications are also available.

Focus on your unique interests with an optional concentration

The MS in Organizational Leadership allows you to customize your electives to your career goals and earn an optional concentration in a particular area of interest.

We offer the following concentrations:

Applied AI and Business Analytics
Healthcare Management
Human Resource Analytics
Strategic Leadership
Marketing

Leadership skills for navigating transformation

Choose from courses designed to position you to champion change and seize new opportunities in the digital era.

AI and Other Emerging Technologies
Big Data, Blockchain and the Future of Work
Business Ethics and Governance
Strategic Planning for Public Impact
HR Analytics and Talent Optimization

Program Statistics

+6% Growth

Overall employment for roles in business management is projected to grow by 6% from 2023 to 2033. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024)

$127K Rewarding Career

The median annual wage for those with roles in business management is $127,090 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024).

Our Reputation

Best Online Graduate Business Programs

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Earn your master's degree on your schedule

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Our 100% online program is specifically designed for working professionals, offering a flexible and collaborative learning experience working closely with professors and peers.

Online learning with Quinnipiac delivers the guided educational experience of a traditional, instructor-led environment coupled with the schedule flexibility needed for adult learners to succeed. Innovative teaching methods and asynchronous classes enable students to work at their own pace, while also enjoying peer interaction and a collaborative learning experience to maximize their learning outcomes.

In Their Own Words

Catherine M. Bonet ’25

“Earning my MS in Organizational Leadership at Quinnipiac was a transformative experience that sharpened my leadership skills and strategic thinking. The program provided practical tools and insights that helped me inspire teams, navigate challenges, and drive meaningful change. The interactive online platform fostered a reciprocal learning experience, allowing me to engage with diverse professionals, exchange ideas, and gain valuable perspectives that enriched my leadership approach. Thanks to the knowledge, confidence, and collaborative experiences I gained, I feel empowered to lead with vision and make a lasting impact in my career.”

Joe Lehocky, MS ’19

“The MSOL Program helped me in my career in several ways. It taught me to view and solve business problems through a strategic lens. It also focused on emotional intelligence, balancing leading an organization strategically while maintaining an employee centric culture that encourages individual development and wellbeing.”

Jennifer Cinque, MS ’18

“This program gave me the courage, confidence, tools, and insights to build my intellectual horsepower, effectively building up my credibility and strategic ability to influence leaders across the organization immediately. The work and projects were always interesting and relatable, and as a student I found myself always wanting to jump in and get right down to it.”

Heather McHugh, MS ’18

“One thing that stood out in the program was the amount of support I received from my professors. They were flexible with their office hours, which helped as I also worked a full-time job. I appreciate that all my professors put so much effort into building rapport and had open communication with all of their students.”

Accreditation

The Quinnipiac School of Business is accredited by AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, placing it in the top 5% of business schools worldwide.