Online Management and Leadership Graduate Programs

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The MBA program offers a broad set of business management tools while also allowing students a choice of concentration in order to tailor their degrees to fit their careers and learning goals. The program curriculum prepares working professionals to become effective decision makers and managers in a world increasingly affected by globalization, technology, and ethical challenges. It is designed for working professionals from a wide range of backgrounds who wish to advance or enhance their business careers.

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Begin the next chapter of your life with a management Ph.D. from Walden University. Using an interdisciplinary approach to the study of management, this program allows you to conduct self-directed, practical research on the issues that matter most to you. So whether you are preparing to share your expertise as an educator, a consultant, or an author, Walden's management Ph.D. will give you the credentials you need to reach your lifelong goals.

Conduct specialized research in an area of interest to you while you study ways to facilitate positive social change. Help enhance your capabilities as a researcher, scholar, manager, or consultant. Study the theories, concepts, and techniques that provide the foundation for sound management decision-making. Study topics such as leadership and information systems. The program offers you three ways to learn:

Course-Based format

This option is a structured program of study comprising online courses and residencies. As a student, you will work with a faculty mentor and follow a specific plan for completion of your degree. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and faculty through online discussions and face-to-face residencies.

Self-Directed format

This option allows you to study independently while working with a faculty mentor to complete scholarly papers and study topics that apply to your interests. You will pursue faculty-guided independent research through Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs) and face-to-face residencies, in order to demonstrate academic mastery of each subject.

Mixed-Model format (formerly Hybrid format)

This option combines online courses, face-to-face residencies, and KAMs to provide a flexible program of study. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor; study and conduct research on topics that interest you; and learn from faculty members through individual courses.

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Whether you are looking to advance your career in the business, nonprofit, or government sector, Walden's M.S. in Management program can help prepare you to successfully manage projects and processes and direct people. Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a more effective manager by learning to integrate and align organizational processes and systems, and motivate people to meet today's critical challenges and goals.

Specializations

• General
• Global Management
• Healthcare Management
• Human Resource Management
• Managers as Leaders
• Project Management
• Research Strategies
• Strategy and Operations
• Sustainable Management
• Technology Management

General Program
Become a more effective manager by learning to motivate people, solve problems, and meet today's critical challenges and goals. Develop a practical, integrated approach to management that helps prepare you to coordinate and align processes, systems, and people.

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Whether you are looking to advance your career in the business, nonprofit, or government sector, Walden's M.S. in Management program can help prepare you to successfully manage projects and processes and direct people. Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a more effective manager by learning to integrate and align organizational processes and systems, and motivate people to meet today's critical challenges and goals.

Specializations

• General
• Global Management
• Healthcare Management
• Human Resource Management
• Managers as Leaders
• Project Management
• Research Strategies
• Strategy and Operations
• Sustainable Management
• Technology Management

Managers as Leaders
Explore the qualities shared by strong leaders and review current perspectives about the importance of leadership in organizations. Evaluate your own leadership style and recognize your potential to inspire others and influence the success of your organization.

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Whether you are looking to advance your career in the business, nonprofit, or government sector, Walden's M.S. in Management program can help prepare you to successfully manage projects and processes and direct people. Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a more effective manager by learning to integrate and align organizational processes and systems, and motivate people to meet today's critical challenges and goals.

Specializations

• General
• Global Management
• Healthcare Management
• Human Resource Management
• Managers as Leaders
• Project Management
• Research Strategies
• Strategy and Operations
• Sustainable Management
• Technology Management

Research Strategies
Explore qualitative and quantitative research methods to enhance your effectiveness in any research-based environment or to prepare you for doctoral studies. Develop your critical-thinking and decision-making skills while you learn the fundamentals of scientific research.

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Examine various leadership approaches and methodologies that could prepare you to manage in today's business environment. Study how to effectively lead individuals and teams in diverse corporate environments. Explore coaching and mentoring techniques and how they contribute to organizational success. Explore the four “I”s of transformational leadership—idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration.

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Our Ph.D. in Business Administration/Management degree program is for the manager-generalist who must understand how the key parts of an organization function and interrelate. Effective enterprise results when the manager-generalist organizes the efforts of specialists in order to accomplish organizational outcomes. Learners gain the conceptual overview of modern theory and practice in each of the key areas of management. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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The Master of Business Administration degree (MBA) with a specialization in Management accelerated program has been designed to prepare students to develop the managerial skills and professional competencies needed to compete in increasingly globalized markets. Courses will examine legal and ethical challenges facing leaders as they resolve conflicts and conduct transactions in today's complicated business environments. Our innovative MBA programs provide a unique market-driven education that integrates theory, practice, and team-oriented learning relevant to industry needs. Prospective students should currently hold a bachelor's degree and can complete the master's program in as little as 10 months.