Online Master of Science in Management Leadership
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Why earn a leadership MSM degree from Strayer?
With our Master of Science in Management, Leadership program, you’ll gain an understanding of the different leadership styles, modern management practices and problem-solving skills needed to help steer organizations, manage organizational change and develop agile, effective teams.
Lead with confidence and integrity
Master the real-world skills needed to lead in today’s fast-paced organizations with Strayer’s Master of Science in Managment, Leadership. You’ll learn to help businesses and organizations navigate change, negotiate conflicts and tackle challenges. The curriculum examines modern management principles, such as planning, organizing and leading. You’ll learn to develop strategies that support organizational goals and are responsive to internal, external and global changes. The program also emphasizes motivating individuals and teams, fostering an ethical work environment and ensuring legal compliance.
Skills you’ll learn in a Strayer Master of Science in Management, Leadership concentration
A Strayer certificate can help prepare you for career opportunities in management leadership while offering support, flexible learning options and career planning every step of the way.
- Review leadership theories and practices related to facilitating change, negotiating conflicts and managing challenges in today’s organizational environments.
- Demonstrate an ability to motivate individuals and teams toward organizational goals through the application of leadership practices and communication.
- Learn modern management principles, such as planning, organizing, leading and controlling.
- Develop management strategies that support organizational goals and are responsive to internal, external and global changes.
- Examine management theories and practices in the context of global and international organizations.
- Learn approaches to enhance corporate accountability, foster an ethical work environment, ensure legal compliance and provide effective leadership in an organizational setting.
Earn your degree from an accredited university
Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
Master of Science in Management in Leadership cost breakdown
- 12 courses, $2490 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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Opportunities to save on tuition
$4K Alumni Master’s Scholarship
If you’re a Strayer University Alumni and ready to pursue a master’s degree, our Alumni Scholarship can save you $4,000. All you need to do is register for an eligible Strayer graduate program, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater and meet eligibility requirements.
50% off Master’s Scholarship
Enroll in two master’s courses, get 50% off tuition. Summer or fall 2025 term only.*
*Eligibility rules, restrictions and exclusions apply.
Civic and Community Alliance Scholarship
Ready to earn an affordable Strayer degree? Admitted Strayer or JWMI students who are employed in certain civic roles or volunteer for a nonprofit may be eligible to receive 25% off tuition for the duration of their program.
What coursework do you need to specialize in leadership?
You’ll find strategies, apply leadership skills and overcome organizational challenges to foster individual and corporate productivity. View all courses.
Sample courses
Evaluate the organizational change process related to the principles and practices of various types of organizations. Examine change processes and techniques used to facilitate change and apply them to systems such as information technology, communication, policy and procedures, corporate culture and leadership.
Examines conflict negotiation in organizations. Provides a background in negotiation, mediation, ombudsmen, and investigator systems, peer review boards, arbitration and dispute resolution. Presents specialized concepts in managerial negotiations such as cross culturally making effective group decisions, negotiating mergers and acquisitions, managing business integration teams.
Examine and analyze leadership theories and practices in today’s organizational environment. Study the challenges of management in organizations. Focus on present leadership strategies to enhance both individual and corporate productivity that foster a cohesive work environment through improved employee relations.
Explore the foundation of management principles and their integration into modern management theory. Address the primary functions of managers, which include planning, organizing, leading and controlling. See how effective management can lead to a competitive advantage that sustains the organization.
This course examines management theories and practices in the context of global and international organizations. Emphasis is placed on essential management areas including strategic planning, management styles, negotiations and human resources management in a global organization.
Apply for your Leadership degree today
An admissions officer can help you choose the right program, register for classes, transfer credits and find cost-savings opportunities.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
Official copies of transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Fall classes start on October 6
Learn more about Strayer University’s admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Transfer up to four eligible classes from a prior college or university to your master’s degree, saving time and money.
Strayer welcomes international students
Strayer University is proud to have hosted more than 4,000 international students from over 143 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country – it’s your choice.
Campus locations
Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
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Your admissions officer is here to guide you through every step of the process, from completing your application to choosing your concentration.