Are you a working professional seeking to enhance your leadership skills and make a lasting impact in organizations? Columbia International University’s Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) program is designed specifically for you. With the flexibility of a fully online, asynchronous format, this degree program allows you to pursue your educational goals while balancing your professional and personal responsibilities.
Throughout the Master of Organizational Leadership program, you will acquire the knowledge, tools and strategies needed to assume dynamic leadership roles in diverse organizations, both in the United States and around the world. Our curriculum is carefully crafted to equip you with the necessary skills to lead with excellence, enabling you to make a difference and further the Kingdom of God through your leadership.
At CIU, we believe that effective leadership is crucial for the success and growth of any organization. Our Master of Organizational Leadership program focuses on developing leaders who can guide organizations towards the achievement of their vision and mission. Through a comprehensive study of leadership theories, organizational behavior, strategic management and ethical decision-making, you will gain a deep understanding of the principles and practices that drive effective leadership.
With the Master of Organizational Leadership degree, you will be fully equipped to assume leadership positions within a wide range of organizations, whether they are for-profit or nonprofit. The knowledge and skills you acquire during your studies will enable you to navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape, inspire teams, foster innovation and drive organizational growth and success.
As you progress through the program, you will have the opportunity to engage with experienced faculty who are not only knowledgeable in their fields but also passionate about developing leaders. They will provide guidance, mentorship and personalized support as you explore different leadership models, analyze case studies and engage in discussions with fellow students who bring diverse perspectives from their own professional experiences.
Moreover, the MOL program emphasizes the integration of values and principles into leadership practices. We believe that effective leadership goes beyond achieving organizational goals; it involves leading with integrity, humility and a servant-hearted approach. You will have the opportunity to explore the intersection of faith and leadership, applying ethical principles to real-world challenges and ethical decision-making.
Whether you aspire to advance in your current organization, transition to a new industry, or pursue entrepreneurial endeavors, the MOL program at CIU will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive as a dynamic and influential leader. By equipping yourself with this advanced degree, you will open doors to exciting career opportunities and have the potential to make a positive and lasting impact in the organizations you serve.
Join us at Columbia International University and embark on a transformative journey of personal and professional growth in the Master of Organizational Leadership program. Take the next step towards becoming an exceptional leader who leads with excellence, integrity and a heart for making a difference in the world.
Online
January 13, 2025
30
John & Lyn Cook School of Business
SACSCOC
Campus Program Courses
Online Program Courses
Admission Requirements
Cost & Aid
With an online Master of Organizational Leadership, you will increase your opportunities for career advancement and a competitive salary. You will also learn to be an effective leader in diverse fields, including business, nonprofits, schools and churches. Career options include professions such as:
Analyze and apply principles of organizational leadership, personal leadership and leadership models that enable you to understand and lead individuals and teams in business and organizations around the world.
Evaluate and implement high-quality organizational leadership best practices in the areas of strategic planning, team building, change management, finance, & human resources.
Address issues of organizational systems with effective organizational leadership that allows you to develop solutions to questions and problems. Articulate an ethical personal leadership philosophy for a diverse and multicultural 21st century workforce.
In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.
For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog at one of the options below:
This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and tools of strategic business planning and management. The overall framework within which leaders plan and make decisions is studied. Students explore the notion of strategy and how it relates to competitive advantage and success. Students discover different strategic tools to evaluate environmental threats and opportunities, including using industry competitive forces analysis. The course shows how to identify organization strengths and weaknesses and how to develop competencies. Students study the strategic positioning of an organization in its industry and the necessary factors responsible for strategy execution.
Students will develop skills related to the principles, processes, and techniques of conflict management and negotiation and will be equipped with the innovative negotiation strategies needed to excel at the bargaining table and develop effective conflict resolution strategies. Students will also learn Biblical principles to resolve conflict.
This course examines the role of the organization leader as a strategic partner to the Human Resources (HR) and legal function of an organization. Key functions such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations are examined. Implications of legal and global environments are appraised and current issues such as diversity training, sexual harassment policies, and rising benefit costs are analyzed. Best practices of employers of choice are considered.
You may also be interested in these other similar degree programs:
