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Master of Science in Leadership
The Master of Science in Leadership (MSL) program at South University, Savannah is designed to elevate students into becoming the next generation of leaders as they pursue this degree. The leadership degree program coursework focuses on improving important leadership skills that are critical for today’s dynamic organization environment. Students have the opportunity to improve their problem-solving, management, analysis, and communication skills as they work through this program.
The MSL program is offered as a hybrid course of online and on-campus learning which combines the independence of online learning alongside the engagement of in-person collaboration. The hybrid model meets in person once per course for more in-depth discussions.
Per Credit Hour
$415
For the Master of Science in Leadership hybrid program.
Complete in as little as 12 classes
$19,920
No additional fees.
Online & on-campus
Hybrid Program
5-week online courses with 1 on-campus, in-person class, which meets on a Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Admission Requirements
Admissions criteria for the Master of Science in Leadership (MSL)
Graduate Admissions - Masters level
Prospective students are required to submit the following:
- Completion of application for admission
- Official transcripts for bachelor or graduate degree within 5 weeks of the class start date (refer to Conditional Acceptance). (All credentials earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a NACES or AICE-member credential evaluation service). Please speak with an admissions representative for more information.
Note: See program notes and specific requirements below for each graduate - masters level degree program
Specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Completion of application for admission.
- A 2.0 overall grade point average or higher on completed requirements for the baccalaureate degree, or an earned graduate degree from an accredited institution.
For additional admissions information please see the admissions section here.
Course Requirements
All campuses operate on 10-week quarters. In May 2025 all campuses, except Online Programs, will offer a hybrid 10-week quarter program.
Career Outlook
These are some of the career options* you can explore when you have earned your degree:
- Training and Development Managers
- Organizational Change Management Manager
- Fundraising Managers
- Organizational Management
*South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment, or salary amounts.
Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
Examine how individual, cultural, societal, ethical, legal, and psychological factors shape leadership strategies that impact both individual and organizational stakeholders.
Communicate clear and persuasive arguments that support leadership initiatives.
Apply critical thinking to drive effective leadership solutions to complex challenges.
Apply information literacy skills to make informed decisions, solve complex leadership challenges, and effectively guide organizations.
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Campuses offer flexible learning formats* including: on-campus, virtual instructions, and online courses.
*Clinical, practicum, and externship requirements exist in certain programs and require field experiences. Learning formats may not be flexible.
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