Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The curriculum of Walden University's M.S. in Leadership program with a specialization in Leader Development emphasizes the study of personal and organizational leadership styles to help you strengthen the skills you will need for career advancement or enhancement. Topics addressed in specialization courses include communication theories, listening and feedback techniques, mentoring methods, change- and conflict-management strategies, and risk assessment. The core program covers team-building, communication tools, problem-solving processes, and business strategies relating to sustainability and globalization. A capstone project will allow you to apply theories and concepts learned in the program to the development of a researched, personal community-service plan.

What are the Prerequisites?

An academic background in business administration and experience in a management position are helpful before enrolling in Walden University's M.S. in Leadership program with a specialization in Leader Development. Applicants to Walden University's master's programs must have a bachelor's degree.

What are the Program Requirements?

The M.S. in Leadership program with a specialization in Leader Development at Walden University requires the completion of 35 semester credit hours. The program consists of 32 credits in core and specialization courses and a three-credit capstone.

Leader Development Course Requirements

• The Character of Leadership
• Building Organizational Culture: Leaders as Architects
• Leading Vibrant and Diverse Teams
• Leadership in a Global Landscape
• Framing and Analyzing Problems: Research Strategies for Leaders
• Developing and Communicating Solutions: Tools and Strategies for Leaders
• Taking the Long View: Systems Thinking and Tools for Sustainability
• Toward Sustainable Futures: Leadership in Complex, Crisis-Driven Environments
• Personal Leadership: Mentoring and Coaching
• Leadership in Action: Change Management and Conflict Resolution
• Capstone in Leadership: The Social Impact Vision and Project

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

After graduating from Walden University's M.S. in Leadership program with a specialization in Leader Development, you could apply the skills you have developed to your existing position or seek career advancement in another company. You might qualify for upper-management or executive positions in a variety of departments across a range of industries. . Positions you could pursue include:

• Human resource manager
• Compensation and benefits manager Management analyst Training and development specialist

Career opportunities may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Advanced Degrees

While the M.S. in Leadership program with a specialization in Leader Development could prepare you to advance in the workforce, you might decide to further your education after completing this program. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Doctoral degrees you could pursue include:

• Ph.D. in Management
• Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership
• Doctor of Business Administration