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Leading Health Care Systems
Make an Impact
The MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership Track opens doors to leadership positions in health education, program development, consultation, and administration. Graduates could have the opportunity to facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations and provide critical analyses of health care outcomes in a number of settings.
Expect Innovation
Students earning a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus in Healthcare Organizational Leadership will be immersed in the learning of evidence-based decision making and outcomes management. With modern technology ever evolving, students can become facilitators in innovative redesigns of health care delivery systems while emphasizing nursing core values of quality care.
Certification
Graduates are eligible to apply for certifications available for nurse executives: American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Organization for Nursing Leadership.
Making a Difference
Deborah J. Baker, DNP, CRNP, Alumna and Senior Vice President for Nursing for the Johns Hopkins Health System.
Forging centralized nursing structures and integrating services throughout medical campuses and community hospitals. Dr. Baker is unifying best practices across the health system and developing nurse leaders.
Additional Information
View the recording of the MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership Track virtual information session.
Curriculum
Healthcare Organizational Leadership Curriculum
This program is online with an occasional opportunity for face to face courses.
Full Time - Program Total: 35 Credits, 504 Clinical Hours [cl]
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First Semester (11 Credits)
- Leadership Role Identity and Career Development (2)
- Leadership and Organizational Culture: Theories and Practice in Contemporary Healthcare (3)
- Biostatistics for Evidence-Based Practice (3)
- Philosophical, Theoretical & Ethical Basis of Advanced Nursing Practice (3)
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Second Semester (8 Credits, 112 Clinical Hours)
- Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum I (2, 112 cl)
- Context of Health Care for Advanced Nursing Practice (3)
- The Research Process and Its Application to Evidence-Based Practice (3)
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Third Semester (7 Credits, 168 Clinical Hours)
- Healthcare Finance (2)
- Foundations of Healthcare Quality and Safety (2)
- Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum II (3, 168 cl)
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Fourth Semester (9 Credits, 224 Clinical Hours)
- Leadership: Organizational Dynamics, Complexities, and Change (3)
- Healthcare Economics for Management and Practice (2)
- Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum III (4, 224 cl)
Part Time - Fall Semester Start - Program Total: 35 Credits, 504 Clinical Hours [cl]
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First Semester (5 Credits)
- Healthcare Economics for Management and Practice (2)
- Biostatistics for Evidence-Based Practice (3)
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Second Semester (6 Credits)
- The Research Process and Its Application to Evidence-Based Practice (3)
- Philosophical, Theoretical & Ethical Basis of Advanced Nursing Practice (3)
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Third Semester (4 Credits)
- Health Finance (2)
- Foundations of Healthcare Quality and Safety (2)
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Fourth Semester (5 Credits)
- Leadership Role Identity and Career Development (2)
- Leadership and Organizational Culture: Theories and Practice in Contemporary Healthcare (3)
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Fifth Semester (5 Credits, 112 Clinical Hours)
- Context of Health Care for Advanced Nursing Practice (3)
- Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum I (2, 112 cl)
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Sixth Semester (3 Credits, 168 Clinical Hours)
- Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum II (3, 168 cl)
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Seventh Semester (7 Credits, 224 Clinical Hours)
- Leadership: Organizational Dynamics, Complexities, and Change (3)
- Healthcare Organizational Leadership Practicum III (4, 224 cl)
Please note, curriculum, credit hours, and sequencing are subject to change.
Current students in the Healthcare Organizational Leadership program can find information about their program in the academic catalogue.
Back to TopFrequently Asked Questions
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Who should I ask to complete my letters of recommendation?
- At least one letter should come from a recent or current direct supervisor/manager (the person who is responsible for your performance evaluation)
- At least one letter should come from an academic faculty member who can speak to your ability to successfully complete a demanding graduate level academic and clinical program.
- The third letter can come from a second academic faculty member or an individual in a leadership position who can speak to your clinical abilities.
- Personal references from colleagues, friends, or family members do not meet the requirement.
- If you are unable to provide one of the reference letters above, please upload a statement of explanation to your application.
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What information should I include in my resume/CV?Please include the following information in your resume or CV:
- Work experience (include dates, sites and locations; paid and unpaid; any residency participation)
- Education Background
- Scholarly activities (research, presentations, publications, honors, awards)
- Professional activities (leadership, certifications, professional organization membership, service on committees)
- Community Service/Volunteerism
Funding Opportunities
Scholarships & Grants
Grants are awards based on financial need that do not have to be repaid. Many students also benefit from scholarships and awards based on merit. More
Loans
Many students will avail themselves of loans to help finance their School of Nursing Education. If necessary, we encourage you to borrow only what is absolutely essential to cover your educational costs. More
Employment Opportunities
Many students locate part-time employment to help pay education expenses. Numerous positions are available on campus and within various community-based organizations. These jobs provide students with opportunities to gain practical work experience. Most positions are funded through the Federal Work-Study Program. More
Other Funding Sources
We encourage students to seek outside funding opportunities. Information can be obtained from library resource books and professional organizations and alumni organizations. More