Oct 31, 2024  
2023-2024 Springfield College Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Springfield College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Organizational Leadership, M.S.


Program Description


The mission of the Master of Human Services with an Organizational Leadership Concentration is an exploration of leadership as a critical skill for the 21st century when change occurs rapidly and consistently. The objective is to use leadership theory and assessment tools to evaluate one’s own leadership skills for and in the field of Human Service. Focus is on the leadership skills needed to develop committed and productive individuals, and high-performing organizations. The graduate student is able to demonstrate expertise in leadership principles, leading organizational change, building organizational culture, data analysis, and relationship building through efficient leadership skills. 

Admission to the Organizational Leadership program requires (3) years of work experience, which can be paid or volunteer. The experience should not be limited to just community service and or Human Service

The curriculum includes seven required courses and three elective courses for a total of 30 credits. The length of OL is one year and is delivered in a hybrid platform (i.e., ground and online).

Program Highlights


Degree: Master of Science

Required Credits: 30

School: School of Social Work and Behavioral Sciences

Department: Human Services

Modality: On-Ground, Hybrid or Online

Locations: Main Campus (Springfield), Boston Campus or Online Campus

Additional Information: https://springfield.edu/programs/graduate/organizational-leadership

I. Degree Requirements (30 credits)