Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership

Lewis University

Lewis University’s Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL) program can help you develop advanced leadership skills so you can advance your career and impact your world for the better, starting with three key differentiators that set us apart.Stackable micro-credentials: All students will earn the core Organizational Leadership micro-credential. They can then choose two from specialized credentials that align with industry standards and certifications. Credentials include Professional and Executive Coaching, Training and Development, Change Management, Human Resources and DEIB, and Organizational Consulting. All credentials align curriculum with professional organizations such as SHRM, ATD, International Council of Management Consulting Institutes to prepare students to sit for professional certifications. The Professional and Executive Coaching credential is a level 2 accredited training program by the International Coach Federation (ICF). Students have achieved a 100% pass rate.Career-focused curriculum: Designed for both early career professionals and experienced leaders, emphasizing practical leadership skills and professional growth, with a focus on teaching skills to help students create positive change and transformation within their organizations. Curriculum aligned with top professional bodies like ICF, ATD, ACMP, SHRM, and ICMCI. The curriculum emphasizes self-discovery of leadership strengths, talents and potential.Flexible learning: Complete your MAOL degree fully online in as little as 12 months, balancing professional and personal commitments. The program offers convenience without sacrificing current responsibilities, enabling career advancement.The MAOL is a 30-semester hour, career-focused program designed for early career and more experienced professionals seeking upward mobility, or who want to broaden their ability to lead and influence within diverse organizations, environments and teams. Grounded in the social sciences, this program identifies the complex understanding of ''leadership'' and ''organization,'' develops the skills associated with these themes, and prepares to bring these skills to the highest level of effectiveness in organizations.

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