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Master of Science in Leadership
Build your leadership competencies and knowledge in the latest theories to be an engaging and trusted leader.
Online master's degree for organizational leadership
Enhance your power skills so you can effectively manage the people, the situations, and the culture in an organization. Learn to utilize evidence-based decision making to lead initiatives, goals, and changes that will keep an organization successful. Gain the knowledge and awareness to apply various leadership practices that will meet the needs of each individual and organization in today's diverse workplace communities.
Credits
30
Cost Per Credit
$725
Areas of Study
- Self leadership
- Relational leadership
- Organizational leadership
Online Format
This program runs in 8-week sessions with multiple start dates in the fall, spring, & summer.
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Program Overview
The online master's of science in leadership (MSL) empowers you to develop the qualities and traits of a transformative leader. Through online courses, a personalized coaching framework, and access to current industry leaders you will establish a better understanding of the latest leadership theories and practices. Build the power skills, or people skills, to implement your leadership style and mindset to an organization and its employees.
Our Christian-focused curriculum strives to develop ethical and moral leaders that can inspire others to act and do things for the greater good. And with specific courses in self-leadership, relational leadership, and organizational leadership, you will become a more well-rounded and knowledgeable individual and leader.
What to Expect
- 30-credits
- 8-week sessions
- Complete within two years or less
- Start the program in August, January, or May
- Shadow a leader in an industry that fits your career goals to assess and learn
- Complete an inquiry-based capstone project where you will select a problem to research and develop solutions through evidence-based decision-making techniques
- Online support from academic advisors
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Locations
- Online
Graduate Application Steps
Entrance requirements
- An awarded bachelor's degree from an accredited higher-education institution
- This graduate program has a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00. (Students below a 3.00 may still be reviewed for consideration.)
Admissions process for graduate school
- Application form available at kn8e.hr888888.com/apply
- Select the Graduate option
- One page essay which should include the following:
- Reason for obtaining a graduate degree
- What are your career goals
- Why are you choosing to pursue your degree at Concordia University
- Current résumé of your education and employment experience
- Two letters of recommendation using this Recommendation Form
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education
When your application is complete, the file is forwarded to the Admission Committee for review.
Accepted into the program
- An official acceptance letter will be emailed to you that will include your Student ID number
- An email from your Admissions Counselor will be sent to you with Next-Step details
- Password information will be sent separately from the Information Technology office which will provide you access to Blackboard, your Concordia email account, and your student portal
- Academic Advising Appointment: Once admitted, you may schedule to meet with your Academic & Career Advisor who will review your degree plan, discuss orientation steps, the CUW student portal, and assist with registering for classes
Please note:
- Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE, are not required
- If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information
- Uncommon Scholarships: If you meet qualifications, please complete an application Uncommon Scholarship
Non-Degree Students
This is for students seeking a certification, licensure, or an individual course.
- Please complete an application at kn8e.hr888888.com/apply
- Select the Non-Degree option
- Non-degree applicants only need to submit an application to begin their admission review. Academic transcripts may be requested from admissions to complete our review.
Contact Us
Graduate Admission Office at graduate.admission@cuw.edu or 262-243-4300.
Jill Busch
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (414) 322-2343
Bio
I work full-time at Kohl’s corporate office, where I manage a team of instructional designers who create learning for our corporate and store associates. I have been in the corporate Learning & Development field for over 20 years. I’ve been a trainer, an instructional designer, eLearning designer, and manager. I am an adjunct instructor for both the MBA and OLA programs. I have 3 great kids and a husband with whom I love to spend time with.
Education
- MS - Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Concordia University, Mequon (2013)
- BA - Management and Communication, Concordia University, Mequon (2003)
Teaching Interests
- Leadership
- Communication
- Education
Kenneth E. Harris
Ph.D; MBA; BA; BS
Department Chair - Justice and Public Policy
Phone: (262) 243-4365
Bio
Kenneth Harris, Jr., Ph.D. is Department Chair - Justice and Public Policy; Chief Strategist of Talented Strategies; retired Police Lieutenant; President - Launch MKE; President - 100 Black Men of Greater Milwaukee; Commissioner - City of Milwaukee Civic and Safety Commission.
Education
- Ph D - Leadership Studies, Marian University (2009)
- MBA - Finance, Concordia University Wisconsin (2002)
- BA - Management of Criminal Justice, Concordia University Wisconsin (2000)
- BS - Mass Communication, Illinois State University (1984)
- Diversity and Inclusion, Cornell University (2019)
Research Interests
- African American Law Enforcement Officers
- Self-Leadership
Teaching Interests
- Criminal Justice
- Leadership
Georgina Rose Lehn
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (636) 475-7555
Bio
As a proud graduate of the Concordia University St. Louis program, I am happy to be a part of the education of other future graduates. I have been an adjunct instructor for over 15 years and enjoy helping students with their educational journey. I live south of St. Louis. My two children live close by with my seven grandchildren. We enjoy family time often. I am an active member in my church and believe God has a plan for all of us.
Education
- MA - Business, Lindenwood (1999)
Teaching Interests
- Business
Glenn A. Matthews
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (414) 617-9464
Bio
Dr. Glenn A. Mathews is currently the Campus Operations Manager for Madison College at the Watertown Campus. He is currently teaching several Leadership courses at Concordia University of Wisconsin. A strong advocate of developing students and staff, he involves his students in a variety of community service, problem solving, and technology-infused activities that provide them with opportunities to use their leadership and management skills.
Education
- Ph D - Higher Education Administration, University of Phoenix (2014)
- MBA - Business Administration, Cardinal Stritch University (1999)
Teaching Interests
- Organizational Leadership
- Management
James Pingel
PhD
Dean - School of Education, Professor
Office: Luther Hall 204A
Phone: (262) 243-4214
Bio
Jim Pingel is the Dean of the School of Education (Mequon, WI & Ann Arbor, MI). His research interests include biographical history, leadership, school culture, and Christian faith reflection and integration.
Education
- Ph D - Educational Leadership, Cardinal Stritch University (2008)
- MA - Early American History, Marquette University (1994)
- MS - Educational Administration, Concordia University Wisconsin (2001)
- BA - Secondary Education, Concordia University Wisconsin (1992)
Contributions
- Pingel, J. (2024). A Worldview Wakeup Call. In Ed Grube (Ed.), (January 2024 ed.,pp. 7). River Forest, IL: LEA Shaping the Future. http://s3.amazon...
- Pingel, J. (2022). Remember the Ladies. In Guy Burnett (Ed.), (Winter 2022 ed.,pp. 10-11). Washington, D.C. : Madison Notes/James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation .
- Pingel, J. (2022). Innovation in Educatioin. (322 ed.,pp. 1). Saint Louis, MO: Lutheran Life - Concordia Publishing House.
- Pingel, J. (2022). "Forward to "Dispositional Development and Assessment in Teacher Preparation Programs"." In Sara Clemm von Hohenberg (Ed.), Forward. (pp. xiv-xv). Hershey, Pennsylvania: IGI Global: Publisher of Timely Knowledge. http://www.igi-g...
- Pingel, J. (2022). "A" is for Adversity. In Ed Grube (Ed.), (Spring 2022 ed.). River Forest, IL: Shapring the Future - Lutheran Educator Association . http://leaconnec...
Presentations
- Pingel, J. (2024). Culture Keys and Killers. Oral Presentation. Connections Conference. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Pingel, J. (2024). Special Deliveries: Ways to Build Relationships. Oral Presentation. Connections Conference. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Pingel, J. (2024). Master's Class: Teach Like Jesus (Or Not). Oral Presentation. LCMS North & South District Teachers Conference. Wisconsin Dells, WI.
- Pingel, J. (2024). Serving Like Jesus. Oral Presentation. LWML Fall Rally. Saint Paul Lutheran Church, Sheboygan Falls, WI.
- Pingel, J. (2024). Culture Keys and Killers. Oral Presentation. Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools (MANS) Conference and Expo. Detroit, MI.
Research Interests
- Biographical History
- Christian Servant Leadership
Teaching Interests
- Advanced Leadership Theory and Practice
- Professional Ethics
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Christian Podcast
Listen as Concordia's MSL Director, Dr. Elizabeth Bennett, joins The Coffee Hour on KFUO Radio the official broadcast voice of the LCMS. In this podcast, Dr. Bennett discusses the topic of Human Centered Leadership in the Age of AI with Dr. Robert Marks. He serves as a Distinguished Professor at Baylor University and is the Director of the Walter Bradley Center for Natural & Artifical Intelligence at the Discovery Institute.
Join Dr. Marks as the keynote speaker at Concordia's first-ever Ignite and Inspire Leadership Conference on May 8-10, 2024 in Mackinac Island, Micigan.
Leadership-Focused
The Haab School of Business also offers the opportunity to earn a certificate in leadership by taking four leadership-focused courses. These can be applied towards earning your Master's in Leadership (MSL).
Please select the CUW Non-Degree option at the application page. After submitting your contact information, select Certificate Program, and then Business - Grad Certificate - Leadership, to complete your application.