Strategic Management and Leadership (MS) | Online
Explore the theories, frameworks, and practices of strategic management and leadership within organizations, emphasizing the role of leaders in executing strategic initiatives to achieve organizational goals and competitive advantage.
Why a Masters in Strategic Management and Leadership
The MS in Strategic Management and Leadership equips students with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to navigate complex business environments, lead teams effectively, and drive organizational success.
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The purpose of the Strategic Management and听Leadership (MS) program is to contribute to the development of professionally effective and relationally healthy Christian leaders locally, regionally, and internationally.
Curriculum Overview
Bible/Theology Courses: 6 credits
Core Curriculum Courses: 27 credits
Specialization & Elective Courses: 3 credits
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Required Credits:听36
Churches, schools, parachurch organizations, social service agencies, businesses, and hospitals meet people鈥檚 needs by providing a variety of services and products. While each organization has a specialized function, unique culture, and diverse resources, there are also a significant number of similarities, including complex human and political dynamics, diverse values and goals, and specialized technologies and skills. Christians in positions of leadership need to develop the skills required to work in collaboration with diverse groups of people, create a healthy and productive environment, and cultivate transformational change that leads to long-term viability and effectiveness.
This program听is听designed for professionals who desire a better understanding of organizational dynamics听and who value collaboration with and insight from experienced peers. The educational approach of this program recognizes that all adult students possess insight and experience which, when shared with others, is a valuable contribution to the overall learning process. Students are provided with an environment that encourages reflection, innovation, dialogue, interdependency, and skill development.
The purpose of the Strategic Management and听Leadership (MS) program is to contribute to the development of professionally effective and relationally healthy Christian leaders locally, regionally, and internationally.
The program offers courses in:
- Effective Organizations
- Leading in Complex Environments
- Organizational Culture and Change
- Systems Thinking
- Strategy
- Action Research
- Leadership Capstone
91吃瓜 is regionally accredited by听 (MSCHE).
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Featured Faculty
John Covone
Associate Dean; Chair, Accounting Department; Associate Professor, School of Business
Professor Covone teaches accounting, finance, and business-related classes. As a professor, he believes in fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the classroom. Professor Covone believes in the axiom 鈥済reat learning can start by asking great questions鈥� and he encourages that of his students. Professor Covone had worked for over 30 years in accounting and management within the buildings materials manufacturing, and aerospace & defense industries.
Prior to teaching at Cairn, Professor Covone had 20 plus years teaching both undergraduate and graduate students at various colleges throughout the Philadelphia region.
Cairn Online Frequently Asked Questions鈥�
Our program is intentionally grounded in God鈥檚 Word. Courses are thoughtfully designed by Cairn faculty to promote deep learning and active engagement through instructor-led instruction, research-driven activities, active learning, and meaningful interactions with peers and faculty.听At Cairn, the students鈥� education and experience is designed to shape听Christian character, cultivate wisdom, and prepare them to think, live, and serve biblically in an ever-changing world.
All courses, except the research courses, are structured in seven units and delivered in accelerated 7-week terms.
Each unit contains 5鈥�7 modular activities, including:
- Assigned readings and reading reflections
- Instructional videos from Cairn faculty
- Active learning activities
- Weekly application projects
- A component of the ongoing course research project
Faculty also schedule a few optional Zoom sessions throughout the term to connect with students and address questions.
Faculty are actively involved throughout the week鈥攇uiding learning activities, leading asynchronous discussions, grading work, and delivering personalized feedback. Online students also receive priority technical support and have access to valuable resources from the Masland Library and the Writing Lab.
Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer to this page for details.听
All 91吃瓜 students must have professed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University鈥檚 doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in the听Foundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements:
- Application:听Submit the听Application for Admission along with the $25 non-refundable fee. Apply today using code faithmatters and we will waive the fee.听
- Transcripts:听Submit official academic transcript(s) for all conferred degrees. Request transcripts to be sent to Cairn through the听.
There are six entry points in the program: September, October, January, March, May, July.听
Provided you submit the enrollment materials, applications are typically processed within 2 weeks of submitting your application.听