The Concordia Master of Science in Business Leadership program empowers students to lead people and organizations in both the private and nonprofit sectors. The program teaches students the leadership, management, problem-solving, communication, staff-development, and entrepreneurial skills needed to become ethical, successful business leaders. The curriculum is applicable to a host of business specializations to develop transferable talent sought in those who will lead organizations in today’s complex marketplace.
Students work individually and in groups on an array of challenging projects to apply traditional and emerging business leadership concepts. Executives, management professionals, seasoned instructors, and business mentors will provide insight and share experiences from the corner office. The curriculum culminates with the completion of a research project or business plan presented to a panel of faculty members and experienced business executives for critical evaluation.
The M.S. in Business Leadership is an accelerated 51-credit program. Up to 18 credits may be waived based on prior satisfactory completion of courses in marketing, management, accounting, economics, and statistics, making a Master’s degree program completion possible in one year.
Designed for flexibility, the curriculum features a mix of in-class and online coursework. Each term is eight weeks in length, with classes conducted on campus Friday evenings and/or Saturdays. In-class sessions are conducted five times per term, with all additional coursework done online. Students will have access to the Blackboard online learning environment, digital library, and text resources to facilitate off-site studies. 
The curriculum at present:
Each class is 3 credits, except where noted:
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Leadership of Entrepreneurial/Innovative Business Organizations
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Leadership in Not-for-Profit and Government Organizations
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International Leadership
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Effective Decision Making and Communication
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Risk Management Dimensions of Leadership
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Ethics and Social Responsibility
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Executive Leadership and Strategic Management
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Managerial Finance
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Global Cultures and Business Practices
- Research Seminars I, II & III (1 credit each)
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Capstone Seminar
The following core courses listed below are required, but can be waived based on completion of prior coursework with a grade of B or better from an accredited undergraduate institution. If you do not qualify for a waiver, these courses are available through Concordia’s accelerated evening program.
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Principles of Marketing
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Principles of Management
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Business Statistics
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Financial Accounting
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Managerial Accounting
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Managerial Economics
Applying for Admission:
To be considered for admission, the candidate must submit:
- An M.S. in Business Leadership application completed and signed
- A non-refundable application fee of $50
- Official college transcripts from all colleges attended (The transcripts should reflect the completion of a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree and a graduating GPA of at least 3.0 overall.)
- Two letters of recommendation
- An essay (300-500 words in length) discussing at least one reason for choosing the program along with your professional goals
- A current resume
- GRE/GMAT/MAT exam scores may be required and encouraged to be submitted
Once the above items have been submitted, academically qualified students will then conclude the process with an interview with the director of the Graduate Business Program and a passing score on a writing sample.
For more information contact Admission