Strategic Innovation and Leadership Master's Degree

The Strategic Innovation and Leadership graduate program prepares students to analyze and lead an organization’s ability to innovate.

In this program, students will study the dynamics of innovation, leadership theories, design thinking, creativity, decision-making, communications, and team dynamics. Graduates will be prepared to lead organizational change, drive business growth, add customer value, and create competitive advantage through innovation.

With no undergraduate prerequisites, any undergraduate major can broaden and further develop their professional portfolio. Students in the accelerated program will begin their graduate course work as undergraduate students. There will be accelerated options for students in the BS in Management, BS in Business Administration, and BS in Marketing.

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Offered Online and On Campus

30 Credit Hours

Estimated Time to Complete: Two Years

Flexible Learning for You

This program is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their leadership skills and learn innovative approaches to problem-solving in today’s dynamic business environment. The strategic innovation and leadership program can be completed online or face-to-face, providing flexibility for working professionals and students. This program is part of Northern’s six accelerated master’s programs, giving current Northern State University undergraduate students a unique opportunity to enroll in graduate-level courses while still completing their undergraduate degrees.

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Careers

With a master’s degree in Strategic Innovation and Leadership, you could work in project management, human resource management, compliance officer, innovation manager, innovation marking, and much more.

Advisors and instructors counsel students on potential career paths, as well as internship and post-graduation employment opportunities.